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Can I fix my nose after years of being broken? (photos)

I broke my nose when I was 15years old ans it has ben slightly broken ever since

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Nasal fracture

September 8th, 2016
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yes, fortunately there is no real timeline after which a fracture can not be repaired as long as the person is physically fit for risks of anesthesia and wound healing. Best of luck

Jacob Sedgh, MD


Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 12 reviews

September 8th, 2016

Nasal fracture

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yes, fortunately there is no real timeline after which a fracture can not be repaired as long as the person is physically fit for risks of anesthesia and wound healing. Best of luck

Jacob Sedgh, MD


Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 12 reviews

Fixing a broken nose

September 7th, 2016
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Thank you for your question. you have a slight bump on the bridge of your nose and middle portion is twisted to the right (giving it a C shape). The tip is slightly broad. A rhinoplasty can reduce the bump, narrow the bridge and tip. See a rhinoplasty surgeon for an exam and more information. Good luck

Jeffrey Jumaily, MD

Jeffrey Jumaily, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 11 reviews

September 7th, 2016

Fixing a broken nose

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Thank you for your question. you have a slight bump on the bridge of your nose and middle portion is twisted to the right (giving it a C shape). The tip is slightly broad. A rhinoplasty can reduce the bump, narrow the bridge and tip. See a rhinoplasty surgeon for an exam and more information. Good luck

Jeffrey Jumaily, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Nasal Deformity after Injury

September 6th, 2016
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You have a crooked nose with a right nasal bone displaced fracture, a c-shaped nasal septal deformity and a concave left upper lateral cartilage. An in-person consultation will likely reveal internal nasal obstruction with a deviated nasal septum. Fortunately you have have a septorhinoplasty through an open approach to correct and straighten your nose. You will likely need nasal bone reduction, nasal osteotomies to move the bones to a straighter position, cartilage grafts - especially in the middle vault area to reconstruct your upper lateral region, tip refinement and strut graft for tip support. I recommend consultation with an experienced Facial Plastic Surgeon with special interest in rhinoplasty and review your surgical options. You do not have to live with a crooked nose, despite the fact that you have been living this way since the age of 15. I applaud your interest in having your nasal deformity corrected and wish you the best. 
Fred J. Bressler, MD, FACS

Fred J. Bressler, MD, FACS
Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 7 reviews

September 6th, 2016

Nasal Deformity after Injury

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You have a crooked nose with a right nasal bone displaced fracture, a c-shaped nasal septal deformity and a concave left upper lateral cartilage. An in-person consultation will likely reveal internal nasal obstruction with a deviated nasal septum. Fortunately you have have a septorhinoplasty through an open approach to correct and straighten your nose. You will likely need nasal bone reduction, nasal osteotomies to move the bones to a straighter position, cartilage grafts - especially in the middle vault area to reconstruct your upper lateral region, tip refinement and strut graft for tip support. I recommend consultation with an experienced Facial Plastic Surgeon with special interest in rhinoplasty and review your surgical options. You do not have to live with a crooked nose, despite the fact that you have been living this way since the age of 15. I applaud your interest in having your nasal deformity corrected and wish you the best. 

Fred J. Bressler, MD, FACS
Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon

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