Sir my name is Deepak. I recently a surgery to improve my nasal airway. I was treated for DNS and turbinate hypertrophy.Well there is no deviation now but I can still see the turbinate. My question is will it heal and of normal size or should I talk to my doctor and undergo another surgery. The surgery was done 1 week ago
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When the upper lateral cartilages become detached from the nasal bones one sees an appearance as shown in the photographs you have submitted. If the filler was Calcium Hydroxyapatite that could be superficial and showing through the thin skin. You need a revisional rhinoplasty with cartilage...
Thank you for your question.As a general rule, I advise my patients to avoid any contact with the nose for at least 6 weeks after rhinoplasty. For those who are more likely to engage in activities which would regularly contact the face, I recommend at least 10 weeks.Having said that,...
Usually the tip takes one year to show the final results. The bones are crooked and well remain so until they get re fractured. I would talk to your primary surgeon as he may try to work with you as we all want happy patients. Do not do fillers. Your problem is a major structural one...