I've been told by my doctor that my nasal inner valves are collapsed and he'd be putting some grafts on either side to reconstruct it(while performing rhinoplasty) Would it make my nose look fat? I've never really had any breathing issue,so I think the graft is gona be really tiny...does valve correction make noses look fat generally? Thankyou
Answer: Rhinoplasty Thank you for the question. It is unlikely that your nose would look fat after applying spreader grafts. It can widen the middle area of the nose but that is what is trying to be accomplished. It can improve the airway but done correctly your shape should improve.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Rhinoplasty Thank you for the question. It is unlikely that your nose would look fat after applying spreader grafts. It can widen the middle area of the nose but that is what is trying to be accomplished. It can improve the airway but done correctly your shape should improve.
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Answer: Spreader grafts do not necessarily make the nose look fat... A good rhinoplasty is all about balance of the different parts of the nose. If the middle third of the nose is really thin, then when a bump is taken down, spreader grafts may need to be inserted to maintain some basic structure of this area. If done correctly, the spreader grafts will be designed to fit into the natural shape of the nose from top to bottom so it shouldn't look simply like a "fat" area within the nose. Be sure to see a rhinoplasty specialist.
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Answer: Spreader grafts do not necessarily make the nose look fat... A good rhinoplasty is all about balance of the different parts of the nose. If the middle third of the nose is really thin, then when a bump is taken down, spreader grafts may need to be inserted to maintain some basic structure of this area. If done correctly, the spreader grafts will be designed to fit into the natural shape of the nose from top to bottom so it shouldn't look simply like a "fat" area within the nose. Be sure to see a rhinoplasty specialist.
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April 27, 2015
Answer: Why spreaders grafts if your breathing is okay? If you're not having breathing difficulties, I'd be skeptical about the diagnosis of nasal valve collapse. Perhaps your surgeon is worried that the rhinoplasty he's planning will possibly compromise the valves and is simply preparing you for the possibility of grafts. Generally speaking, properly sized and placed spreader grafts should keep the nose looking normal while still preserving a good airway. Since you're concerned, though, your surgeon should be able to digitally simulate the frontal view of your nose with spreaders so that you can get a better idea of whether it would be too wide for your tastes.All the best,--David C. Pearson, M.D.Pearson Facial Plastic Surgery®
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Answer: Why spreaders grafts if your breathing is okay? If you're not having breathing difficulties, I'd be skeptical about the diagnosis of nasal valve collapse. Perhaps your surgeon is worried that the rhinoplasty he's planning will possibly compromise the valves and is simply preparing you for the possibility of grafts. Generally speaking, properly sized and placed spreader grafts should keep the nose looking normal while still preserving a good airway. Since you're concerned, though, your surgeon should be able to digitally simulate the frontal view of your nose with spreaders so that you can get a better idea of whether it would be too wide for your tastes.All the best,--David C. Pearson, M.D.Pearson Facial Plastic Surgery®
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April 23, 2015
Answer: Spreader grafts may lead to widening of the middle third of your nose. Feel free to re-ask your question with photos. Spreader grafts have their place in rhinoplasty surgery when dealing with nasal obstruction or a crooked appearance resulting from collapse of your upper lateral cartilage. Hope this helps you.Dr Joseph
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Answer: Spreader grafts may lead to widening of the middle third of your nose. Feel free to re-ask your question with photos. Spreader grafts have their place in rhinoplasty surgery when dealing with nasal obstruction or a crooked appearance resulting from collapse of your upper lateral cartilage. Hope this helps you.Dr Joseph
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April 22, 2015
Answer: Spreader grafts for nasal valve collapse correction Yes, spreader grafts are placed underneath a concave upper lateral cartilage to improve airflow when there is valve collapse present. They do tend to make the nose wider after they are placed. There is no reason to place spreader grafts for functional reasons when there is not airflow restriction present. Spreader grafts can be performed to improve air flow, or for cosmetic purposes.
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Answer: Spreader grafts for nasal valve collapse correction Yes, spreader grafts are placed underneath a concave upper lateral cartilage to improve airflow when there is valve collapse present. They do tend to make the nose wider after they are placed. There is no reason to place spreader grafts for functional reasons when there is not airflow restriction present. Spreader grafts can be performed to improve air flow, or for cosmetic purposes.
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