After a complication with my original rhinoplasty, my surgeon offered an in-office “revision” that didn’t fix the problems; I still have a bump on my right side wall, a dent where there was once a collapse, crooked nostrils, and a bulbous/drooping tip. My nose completely changes shape when I smile. I’m not happy with it, but I’m terrified of even more complications, asymmetries, etc. Are my expectations too high? Is it too risky? Or can I see improvements with an open revision?
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Usually this is quite possible, but it will depend upon how much scarring you have and how much skin you have (or skin contraction). If you had a hook before, it is likely doable.
We would do a cartilage graft to extend the nose down.
Your candidacy for revision rhinoplasty will require an examination. Repair of your poly-beak, adding tip projection on profile, and an attempt at improving nasal symmetry may be considered. You may need cartilage grafting to reconstruct and support your droopy tip, and this is best performed...
It is very hard to comment on the results without a physical examination, as it’s very important to view the face as an entire unit. I would continue to follow up with your original surgeon for the first year as the nose continues to heal. I would also like you to remember that no one looks at y...
