Third Rhinoplasty Revision After Botched Surgeries?

To make long story short, I need a third revision rhinoplasty, and despite all the constant homework I put into both of my previous surgeries, my primary and revision were botched. It does not help that I've also had a small injury, possible infection/deterioration, asymmetrical grafts with the revision, and generally complex natural structure. To top that, my goal, although realistic for my face, is rather 'specific' and I'm very aware of what changes could horribly or beautifully affect my nose. I feel like no surgeon would operate on someone with such a complex story and experience! Are cases like this often seen?

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You may consider consulting a Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty specialist to avoid further nasal surgery..

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Eric M. Joseph, MD

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3rd Revision Rhinoplasty

Despite your unfortunate experiences, I strongly suggest you seek consultations with surgeons who truly specialize in revision rhinoplasty. I know it is discouraging, but I feel you can achieve a satisfactory result.

Richard W. Fleming, MD

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Rhinoplasty revisions

Without any first hand knowledge of your case I would first point out that complications can and do occur it does not necessarily imply a botched surgery. Also, bouncing around from one surgeon to another with constantly changing goals will inevitably lead to a poor result and an unhappy patient. Find someone who knows what they are doing and stick with them even if things do not work out exactly as you would hope.

You can always find someone who will operate...but that's not always the right thing.

Unfortunately, poor outcomes from rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty are more common than with probably any other cosmetic procedure. It is not an operation to be underestimated. While it's impossible to tell whether your specific goals can be met without examining you, sadly it's possible that they cannot. Your gut feeling that "no surgeon would operate on someone with such a complex story" might be well-founded. I warn patients that they can always find someone who will... more

Revision Rhinoplasty

Although the more surgeries your nose is subjected to the less likely you are to have an ideal outcome, there may be conservative solutions to some of the problems that you are experiencing post-operatively. Infection and trauma can certainly negatively alter the outcome. Implants will also react poorly to infection or trauma. My suggestion is to find an experienced revision rhinoplasty surgeon. They will likely tell you the truth about whether you are a good surgical candidate. Make sure... more

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veggirl 15 Nov 2012

I am in a nearly identical position although I truly believe and have had doctors say, my surgery was botched. I am evaluating other doctors and many won't even touch a third revision which narrows down options. I am also totally terrified of an experience like I had previously. All this to say- I feel your pain!

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