Silicone Injections vs. Ear Cartilage for Nose Asymmetry?

What Are the Pros/cons of Getting Silicone Injections to Even Nose Symmetry Vs Ear Cartiledge Build Up/Rhino-Septo Revision?

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16 Doctor Answers | Asked by brynze in Philadelphia

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Silicone injections not recommended for the nose

It is always best to use septal cartilage when reconstructing the nose. If it is a cartilage-depleted nose, the second best option is to have ear cartilage used. Silicone injections are not FDA approved and are just not a good idea to have done in the nose.

Treatment for Nose Asymmetry with Rhinoplasty

Hi brynze, First, be very careful with any injections into the nose. The nose is very susceptible to color changes, discoloration, swelling, blood flow, pain, numbness, and other potential complications with inappropriate injections into the nose. There isn't a filler on the market currently that is FDA approved for injection into the nose. Everything is being used off-label. Fillers should never be placed into the tip of the nose, since complications may more likely... more

Silicone in the Nose or anywhere else in the Body is a Bad Idea

Liquid Silicone is best used to lubricate machinery and other moving parts. Experience has shown that injecting it in the body caused intense scarring. I strongly advise you not to. believe the hype and think there is anything new or beneficial to be obtained with such use. Dr Peter Aldea

Silicone Injections to the Nose

My advice would be to avoid silicone injections to your nose or anywhere on your face or body. Silicone injections are permanent and may lead to a lifetime of problems. Please don't confuse silicone injections with silicone implants which are effective. Other options include a surgical procedure to place a cartilage graft or injections with temporary fillers such as Juvederm or Radiesse. Good Luck.

Silicone Injections for nasal asymmetries

There are two controversial issues here. One is that many rhinoplasty surgeons will not put any foreign material into the nose including silicone implants, silicone injections or ePTFE. The other controversial issue is the use of silicone injection anywhere at all. There are those who would never do it and others who have three decades worth of experience and swear it is safe. My feeling is as follows: While any injection may solve the problem,... more

Silicone Injections, rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, asymmetry, turkish delight

I think the short answer to this question is silicone is not a good idea. Though some surgeons truly swear by it, it has generally gone out of favor for many reasons, not the least of which is that it causes granulomas, inflammation, and erratic results. Cartilage grafts are generally an excellent idea. There are numerous variations on how these are prepared and applied. Some even have quite cute names--my personal favorite is the Turkish Delight, which is essentially a morcellized... more

Beware of silicone injections

Nose asymmetry following septorhinoplasty can occur from several different problems. The best solution is to find the source of the problem and solve the underlying issues. Sometimes the best solution is to camouflage the deformity with the use of cartilage grafts. However, I would be very reluctant to use silicone injections and introduction of any other foreign body into the area of septorhinoplasty to correct asymmetries. It is an invitation for granuloma... more

Nose Asymmetry - Silicone Injections vs. Ear Cartilage / Septorhinoplasty

After reading each experts opinions of the 10 posted 1 was in favour, 9 totally against and one fence. Love Dr Aldea's post. While Dr Placik's has some merit but why not use Radiesse instead. Just some thoughts exchanging here. From MIAMI DR. Darryl j. BLINSKI

Rhinoplasty revision

Silicone injections are not a good idea for rhinoplasty revisions. They are associated with a lot of problems. I would recommend a filler like Radiesse for short term correction or cartilage for longer term correction.

Silicone in the nose

Silicone injections to the nose or any other region of the face is not necessarily a good idea. Silicone injection is not FDA approved for facial fill. There is a long history of problems with injections of silicone.