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

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I got slaped directly in the nose about three months ago. My nose was hit from the right side and it was pushed more than 90 degrees in the other direction. since the injury the tip of my nose always seems to be pointing left even when i change direction from which the lighting is coming from and the dorsal appears bony from the front. Will my nose eventually return to its normal shape since it is made of cartilage or is this a permanent addition to the shape of my nose

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

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.

Edwin Kwon, MD, FACS · Answer

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.

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

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