I have one slightly retracted nostril from my first rhinoplasty, along with a hanging columella. It has been 12 years since my surgery and finally have the courage to fix it. I want to have the least amount of risk as possible with my revision, and do not want to go through this ever again. So, I am wondering if it is even worth it to put ear cartilage in to fix my nostril...or will I have to worry about it warping or shifting over time?
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June 11, 2014
Answer: Ear cartilage graft used as an alar rim support
From your photos, it is a little difficult to fully assess your facial proportions. It does, however, appear that lifting your tip further would be a good idea. You will, however, likely see at least a little more nostril on front view when doing so.
This is an easy problem to correct with a clear and plain solution. You have for whatever reason less support of the lateral crus on the right side causing the nostril to sag inward. The only solution (correct approach) is to take a cartilage graft from the conchal bowl of the ear and place it...
From your story, it sounds you have complicated situation and you will likely need an expert in revision rhinoplasty as well as a rib graft. The reason your medpor implant is having issues is why it will happen again - whatever that reason is. See an expert in revision rhinoplasty in your area ...
