VI.C. The Broken Nose

After a nasal fracture, a patient's nose may be twisted to one side or the other. Also, the patient may have a new "bump"—this is called a "saddle nose" or "boxer's nose" deformity. A "before" and "after" example is shown in Figure 29.

FIGURE 29. The broken nose (a) preoperative, (b) postoperative.

VI.D. The Twisted Nose

The twisted nose is one of the more technically challenging problems in rhinoplasty, requiring an experienced and skillful rhinoplasty surgeon. In the hands of an experienced and skillful surgeon, significant improvement is usually possible (Fig. 30). Sometimes the nose can be made completely straight; however, the patient should expect some deviation to persist.

FIGURE 30. The twisted nose (a,b) preoperative, (c,d) postoperative..

[Previous] [Continue]

Ask Dr. Becker a question or arrange an appointment for a nose surgery consultation by calling 856-589-NOSE (6673) or emailing us at info@therhinoplastycenter.com.

NOTE: CLICK HERE for information regarding privacy of your medical information. Additionally, all website users must agree to the terms and conditions of this site. Please CLICK HERE to review terms of use.