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Rhinoplasty spreader graft failure? 6 weeks post-op. (Photo)

mntgirl123Mar 14, 2018
I had spreader graphs put in on both sides but around 4 weeks noticed a depression on the right side. I'm going to see my surgeon next week but just figured I'd get a little feedback from others out there. Did the graph not old? Is this just the shadows from the lighting? I know I need to wait at least a year to fix this but just wanted to know what I'm up against! Thanks!

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