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Can scar tissue cause long-term problems?

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Outcomes and side effects vary from person to person. Bleeding, infection, swelling and asymmetry may occur. Please consult our medical team before making a decision.

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Internal scar tissue, which forms as a normal part of healing after any rhinoplasty, is usually not problematic — but in some cases, it can contract or thicken in ways that pull the tip or bridge slightly out of position, or contribute to subtle irregularities over time.

This is more of a consideration in revision cases specifically, since each additional surgery adds another layer of scar tissue to manage. When it does become an issue, correction typically involves carefully releasing the problematic scar tissue as part of a revision, which is a routine part of the work Dr. Kim does in more complex cases.

Consultation Tip

If your nose feels increasingly tight or restricted in movement over time following a previous surgery, mention this specifically — it may point to scar tissue contracture worth addressing.

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— Dr. Hyung-taek Kim, KOWON Plastic Surgery

What follows is general guidance. The actual cause and surgical approach are decided only after an internal examination, a CT scan and a review of your previous surgical history.

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