Hello, I need to know how to correct my natural Polly beak deformity. I'm 100% sure it is a Polly beak because it is round and literally looks like a parrots beak. I am very self conscious about it/side profile. I've read about possible steroids that can fix it, but since it's natural I'm not sure. The only solution I can think of is rhinoplasty, but I don't want to dramatically change the front view of my nose. Any advice on the first step? Also, what is the average cost of the suggested treatment?
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It sounds like you have had an unfortunate result from yor rhinoplasty. Some alterations to the tip of the nose that are performed during rhinoplasty are absolutely reversible. These include removing tip shaping sutures and removing any cartilage grafts that were placed. Some...
I would not revise a nose at 5 weeks given the information provided and the photos posted. I would wait at least 3 months to determine nasal bony width.
Closed reduction of the fracture is most likely what your surgeon is planning for you. This is simply re-setting or repositioning the bones to their pre-injury position. This can be done under local anesthetic, under sedation, or under anesthesia. Closed reduction is a simple,...