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Pregnancy hormones typically do not directly affect the cartilage in the nose, including rib cartilage. However, pregnancy can lead to various hormonal changes that might indirectly impact the body. As for rib cartilage, it is a relatively stable and durable structure. It does not melt or shrink under normal circumstances.Best of luck !
Hello. Sorry to hear you are not happy with your nose. There are definitely things that can be done to improve certain aspects that bother you. If you feel the tip is too upturned this can be corrected and brought down. The nostril widening can also be improved with an alar base resection. These...
Hi! I'm sorry that you feel this way. I don't see a saddle nose deformity, although to answer your question, that is something that can be corrected with a functional revision as saddle noses are caused by lack of cartilaginous support of the septum so putting that back would be a functional...
Can you? Yes. Should you? I really recommend waiting as long as you mentally can before you do a revision rhinoplasty. Even though it is only one month, the longer you wait, the more healing your body is able to do and minimize your risk of complications with your next surgery. Revision rhinos...
It looks like the lateral crus of the lower lateral cartilage of the nose on the right is more prominent than on the left. It is possible that a closed approach can adjust that using ear cartilage. But, it is also possible that revisiting the sutures on the cartilage that were done recently...
Yes, a tip-plasty could certainly improve the shape of your tip and the overall proportions of how your nose fits your face. Based on the views you provide, this would be a reasonable plan to minimize the extent of a revision surgery while still addressing your concerns.
Since columella incisions are at the base of the nose and are not typically seen on any view except the base view, this should not be a source of significant concern. Since this is at the very bottom of your nose, it will remain swollen for the longest period. I hope this helps. Sincerely Dr Joseph
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