Revision rhinoplasty - how many is too many?

I have already had two revision rhinoplasties and think I might need a third?  Is that too many?  

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A: Revision Rhinoplasty: How Many Surgeries is "Too Many"

C. Spencer Cochran, MD

There are many factors that determine whether or not patients are good candidates for secondary (revision) rhinoplasty. The number of prior surgeries is less important that the quality and characteristics of the nasal skin, framework, and the amount of scar tissue present. Other factors include the extent of... more

A: Consider consulting a physician experienced in Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty

Eric M. Joseph, MD

 If you've had 3 Rhinoplasties, a 4th could leave you with a bigger problem than you have now. If the size of your nose is normal to small, Injectable Fillers may be the best option to restore a normal, unoperated appearance to your nose.  Feel free to email me a full face frontal and profile photo,... more

A: How many rhinoplasties are enough?

Scott Trimas, MD

How many rhinoplasties are enough? This is a very difficult question to answer. To a large extent it depends upon how extensive were your previous rhinoplasties. If only a small amount of tissue was removed or repositioned, then there is still a lot of tissue that is left to work with that can be utilized to... more

A: How Many Revision Rhinoplasties?

Richard W. Fleming, MD

You ask a very important and sensible question. It really depends on the extent of your previous operations. The problem with repeated extensive procedures is additional scarring and compromised circulation. See an experienced surgeon who does a lot of revision work.

A: Too many rhinoplasties? Don't ask Michael Jackson

Michael A. Persky, MD

You need to visit a well established rhinoplasty specialist. There is no magic number for revision rhinoplasty, but as I have said so many times in this forum, please choose your rhinoplasty surgeon most carefully. Unfortunately, many patients spend more time picking out the color of their new car interior... more

A: No one likes to think about going through surgery and...

Peyman Solieman, MD

No one likes to think about going through surgery and recovery more than once. At Profiles Beverly Hills, patients who have not been entirely happy with prior cosmetic results often are referred to us seeking revision surgery. This is not to say that many patients are unhappy after surgery…quite... more

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