Turbinoplasty and septoplasty led to this. I was promised a straight nose but it's thick and looks like this. 10mo post (Photo)

Question

My dr is saying "there's no way to change what nature gave you", is there any hope for a surgical fix? I really don't prefer fillers and other temporary things, I wouldn't have gotten an operation if I knew I would have to rely on temporary measures.

Andrew Miller, MD · Answer

Based on your photos, you are a great candidate for rhinoplasty. If you only had a septoplasty, then the outer portion of the nose wasn't worked on. You should be able to make a nice improvement with properly performed osteotomies, and sometimes an additional cartilage graft. Be sure to see a rhinoplasty expert for consultation.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

A crooked nose is difficult to correct but I agree there is room for improvement in your case. It sounds like your nasal bones were not broken at the time of your surgery. This would need to be done to straighten your nose

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Based on your photos, you appear to have a reverse c-shaped appearance to your nose. On profile, the lower bridge is also a bit over projected. Please consider meeting with several reputable rhinoplasty specialist so you could see what to expect after revision rhinoplasty surgery. Wishing you well moving forward. Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Rondi Kathleen Walker, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is defiantly possible to perform a rhinoplasty after a patient has undergone a septoplasty. Hopefully you are not having any breathing difficulties. I do not see your pre-septoplasty photographs so I don't know what your unoperated nose looked like, but from your photographs you have a C-Shaped Nasal Deformity and some fullness of the nasal tip.  The septum should be straightened and your nasal bones fractured laterally to bring your nose into a straight line.  If you desire more refinement of your nasal tip some minimal cartilage trimming would be optimal.
If breathing is an issue, you should see a surgeon who is Board Certified in Otolaryngology and Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Rondi Walker
Boca Raton, Florida
drwalker@spsboca.com
561-367-9101

Turbinoplasty and septoplasty led to this. I was promised a straight nose but it's thick and looks like this. 10mo post (Photo)

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