3 months after minor injury and nose is pointing to one side - will this correct itself over time? (photo)

Most likely it will not correct itself if not corrected by 3 months. You will most likely need surgical intervention.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

I am sorry to hear about the injury that you suffered. From your description, it sounds like you had a significant injury to your nose which may be permanent. Although cartilage is malleable and can return to the normal shape, you may have suffered both nasal and septal fractures at the time of the injury.

Immediately after the injury, you can undergo what is called a closed reduction to try to move the bones and cartilage back into place. However, it is unlikely to return back to its normal position now that it has been 3 months.

You may consider undergoing a septal rhinoplasty to make your nose appears straighter if you are very concerned about your appearance following your injury. You may also have some breathing issues given the changes that have developed in your nose following the injury.