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Are There Any Surgeons That Specialise in Revision Rhynoplasty
asked 1 year ago by London5354 in London
Latest answer by Sam Naficy, MD
Question viewed 307 times
Tags: doctor referral, specialist
Looking for a hightly skilled revision rhynoplasty specialist.
6 answers to Are There Any Surgeons That Specialise in Revision Rhynoplasty
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Skilled revision surgeon
There are many experienced rhinoplasty surgeons and each surgeon has a unique set of skills and tools which may make him or her the best surgeon for that unique problem
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Revision rhinoplasty
Yes there are. You should consult with several to see how they approach revisions and to get a sense of if what you are looking to achieve is realistic. Revision procedures may require different techniques and skills. Healing time may be more prolonged. This can be a very stressful thing to move ahead with. The surgeon should be committed to spending as much time as necessary to achieve the desired and agreed on goal.
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Revision Rhinoplasty Surgeons
Having an unsuccesful rhinoplasty operation can cause great stress and disappointment. Deciding to move on to another surgery is often a draining decision, and does require long thought and consultation. If you decide to have further surgery seek a surgeon who has experience in revision cases. All rhinoplasty operations are complex, but revisions require a different skill set and above all else judgement. Seek a surgeon who can demonstrate al long history of dealing with the problems...
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Ira D. Papel, MD
Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon
Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Finding Skilled revision rhinoplasty specialist
For revision surgery it is a smart idea to find someone skilled in the procedure. It's certainly more complicated, typically, than the original surgery.
You want to find a surgeon who has experience with the procedure and also has results that you like. Preoperative computer morphing can also give an idea of what can be done to improve your nose.
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Revision Rhinoplasty Specialists
There are a number of surgeons who specialize in revision rhinoplasty. Given the delicate nature of rhinoplasty and the incidence of revisions ranging from 5 to 15% of surgeries, this has become a new field. You should seek out a facial plastic surgeon or plastic surgeon who performs revision rhinoplasty as a large part of their practice as this can be very complex surgery. Insist on seeing before and after photos and have a long conversation with your surgeon about your desires.
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Revision rhinoplasty specialists
Certainly there are revision rhinoplasty specialists. I can't say in your country who is good, but in the US there are several highly regarded specialists depending on where you might be willing to go.