Asian Rhinoplasty: Q&A
Ask a QuestionWhat Kind of Cartilage Implants Give the Best Results for Asian Noses?
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The best cartilage option varies depending on the patient.
Cartilages from your nose, ear and rib can be used for Asian rhinoplasty and they all have advantages and drawbacks. Instead of trying to find out what is the best type of cartilage for Asian rhinoplasty in general, you should try to find out the best material option for yourself. This depends on your expectation, nose anatomy, and your surgeon's preference and skill. You want to find a surgeon who is experienced and skilled in performing all treatment options.
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A number of cartilage grafts work well in Asian rhinoplasty.
Cartilage grafts have the advantage over silicone implants in that they have a lower risk of extrusion, lower risk of infection, and are better incorporated because they come from your own body. There are a variety of cartilage grafts that work well, and depend on the specific area being addressed (i.e. dorsum, tip, columella). In addition, the sources of cartilage also have specific advantages/disadvantages. Sorry the answer is vague, but it's because the answer of what is...
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What Kind of Cartilage Implants Give the Best Results for Asian Noses?
I am yet to see a good cartilage implant in Asian noses. Silastic implants have been used for years and if placed in the right place, will stay there for a long time.
Huntington Beach Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Most popular in Asian patients are silicone implants
It is very important to meet with the surgeon and discuss your expectations. Many Asian patients looking for the correction (augmentation) of the nose shape proceed at first with a non-surgical rhinoplasty. Instead of traditional nose job, we can inject filler, such as Radiesse. It is an immediate, instant satisfaction type of a procedure. This can cover up a nasal hump, irregular shape or low dorsal bridge. Although not permanent, it can last over a year. Most patients happy with that kind...
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Cartilage grafts for dorsum
Usually either septal cartilage or rib cartilage is used to build up the dorsum. In most cases for large dorsal onlays, rib cartilage works best..
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What Kind of Cartilage Implants Give the Best Results for Asian Noses?
Straight silastic dorsal implants, not cartilage or bone, work best for building up the nasal bridge with the greatest degree of reliability IMHO. Foir the nasal tip, conchal cartilage from the ear is the best. Be sure that your Rhinoplasty Surgeon understands and follows the proper aesthetics of facial beauty.
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Asian Rhinoplasty
Hi,
It all depends on how much augmentation is needed. If just a little is needed then septal cartilage is adequate. However, if you need more then rib cartilage is probably necessary. Personally, I use custom carved silicone implants for all dorsal augmentation.
Best,
Dr.S.
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Best Cartilage for Asian Rhinoplasty
There is no evidence that one type of cartilage is better for an Asian rhinoplasty than another. It depends on what the surgeon is trying to accomplish and the quality and quantity of a patient's own cartilage.
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Nasal or ear cartilage is the simplest sources of cartilage in rhinoplasty.
Nasal or ear cartilage is the simplest sources of cartilage in rhinoplasty. Rib is more painfull and in 35 years of rhinoplasty I have never had to go to the rib for cartilage.
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Cartilage implants in Asian rhinoplasty
Cartilage can be harvested from the nasal septum, the ear and from the rib. Each type has its benefits and risks, as well as specific use. What is best depends on the patient's anatomical needs.
Reston Facial Plastic Surgeon
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