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2 years post-op
Hi,
It has been 2 years since my last surgery. I've been getting regular steroid injections to prevent uneven healing and permanent swelling from scar tissue build-up. I will continue with the steroid injections until I feel satisfied that there won't be any more swelling.
I have developed a small hump on my nose, but I don't mind it at all. In fact, I think it gives my nose a bit of character.
I am still getting fractional laser treatment to smooth out the skin. These photos are from today, after a session of laser treatment.
On a side note. My breathing has become drastically worse. The skin on the side of my nostrils have become weaker which makes breathing through my nose harder. There is a new treatment for nasal valve lift that I am considering. The treatment is outlined here (not sure if outgoing links are allowed https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25536134)
Other than that, I am happy I went through with this, and Dr Thomas Westin takes really good care of me, even 2 years after my surgery.
It has been 2 years since my last surgery. I've been getting regular steroid injections to prevent uneven healing and permanent swelling from scar tissue build-up. I will continue with the steroid injections until I feel satisfied that there won't be any more swelling.
I have developed a small hump on my nose, but I don't mind it at all. In fact, I think it gives my nose a bit of character.
I am still getting fractional laser treatment to smooth out the skin. These photos are from today, after a session of laser treatment.
On a side note. My breathing has become drastically worse. The skin on the side of my nostrils have become weaker which makes breathing through my nose harder. There is a new treatment for nasal valve lift that I am considering. The treatment is outlined here (not sure if outgoing links are allowed https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25536134)
Other than that, I am happy I went through with this, and Dr Thomas Westin takes really good care of me, even 2 years after my surgery.
Quick update
Been doing regular injections and laser therapy. Keeping things at bay.
After second laser treatment
Right after my second fractionated laser treatment + PRP. I'm a firm believer of this treatment to smoothen out skin. It has done wonders with the scars and blemishes on my nose. The PRP promotes healing, but is somewhat disputed as a treatment.
I have also had three rounds of steroid injections. Going back for a fourth round of injections in a week or so. Also going back in 6 week to re-evaluate whether I need more laser.
I have also had three rounds of steroid injections. Going back for a fourth round of injections in a week or so. Also going back in 6 week to re-evaluate whether I need more laser.
Provider Review
Dr. Thomas Westin
Very professional and seems knowledgable.