Major Risks of Revision Rhinoplasty Using Rib Cartilage?

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Should I Consider Revision Rhinoplasty?

I am a 22 year old female and in December 2008, I had a Rhinoplasty and a Septoplasty. I went back to see my doctor a week ago because I have a hard...

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Revision Rhinoplasty Recovery

I had Revision Rhinoplasty 12 weeks ago. At least 3 times a week, my nose from the bridge to the tip turns red and then the color disappears a couple...

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Have I Had Too Many Nose Jobs?

I had 2 previous nose jobs when I was 18 and again at 20 I am now 37 and would like to shorten the tip of my nose but it seems the previous doctors...

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Revision Rhinoplasty Swelling

I had open revision rhinoplasty 11 weeks ago and the sides of my nose are still swollen as well as my nostrils are uneven. Also, when I smile my face...

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Revision Rhinoplasty for Other Form of Swelling?

I am a 44 year old male, and had a Rhinoplasty revision done. It has been 10 1/2 months post-op. I had a Septoplasty and a Rhinoplasty to remove a...

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Why Can't I Have an Early Rhinoplasty Revision?

I had Rhinoplasty overseas, and asked the surgeon to minimize my tip about 2-3mm, to soften my look. When I woke up and the splint was removed, I...

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When Can I Get Nose Lengthening Procedure After 4th Rhinoplasty?

My doc told me that my nose cannot be lengthening using rib graphs and he just performed Alar rim graph and alar base reduction. This is my 4th...

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Scarring Concern from Open Rhinoplasty with Dissolvable Stitches

I'm concerned about scarring from open Revision Rhinoplasty with dissolvable stitches over columella. How long until they fall out? Do dissolvable...

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Risks of Using Rib Cartilage for Revision Rhinoplasty?

I want to do Revision Rhinoplasty using rib cartilage. What are the risks I face?

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Best Cartilage for Revision Rhinoplasty?

Hi. My name is Kazim and I'm from England and my problem is my nose. I had a nose job last year and the doctor did not do a good job my nose tip is...

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How Long After Revision Rhinoplasty Can I Have Another Revision?

My first operation was done in 2008 and my last Rhinoplasty revision, which I had done this year, wasn't very major, just removal of scar tissue and...

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Filler Now, Small Revision Rhinoplasty Later for Nose Dent?

I need to have a dent above my tip filled in after a revision rhinoplasty. Can I have temporary filler put in for the year I will have to wait before...

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Second Rhinoplasty for Hard Crusts in Nose?

Ever since my first Rhinoplasty surgery I have been getting these very hard crusts (that sometimes prohibit breathing) in one side of my nose; the...

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Permanent Swelling and Fluid from Revision Rhinoplasty?

I had a Revision Rhinoplasty 8 months ago on the bridge of my nose. The swelling on the bridge still comes and goes. Sometimes it's so bad that when I...

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Asymmetry After Rhinoplasty Permanent or Just from Swelling?

I have now had two Rhinoplasty surgeries and I am concerned about the asymmetry of my nose to one side of my bridge. The side which is 'swollen' feels...

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Alar Collapse Possible After Fourth Rhinoplasty?

This is my fourth Rhinoplasty. I had open rhinoplasty (two weeks post op). Everything seems okay except for nostrils. I'm noticing that one nostril is...

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Would You Recommend Revision Rhinoplasty to Correct Uneven Nostrils?

I had a Rhinoplasty more than a year ago to reduce the size of my nostrils. My nostrils were already uneven before, but it becomes much more apparent...

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Parenthesis Tip Deformity After Rhinoplasty

I had rhinoplasty 13 months ago, and now have a parenthesis tip. I have no nasal obstruction or valve collapse (i breathe normally), but esthetically...

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What is the Procedure for Shaving Down a Bone Bump Left from Rhinoplasty Healing?

I had closed rhinoplasty about 8 months ago. (deviated septum, broken nose, hump) At my 6 week post-op visit, my doctor said that it appeared the bone...

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Six Months Enough Waiting Before Revision Rhinoplasty?

I had a primary open septoplasty/rhinoplasty 3 months ago and am not entirely happy with the results. My profile is much better than before but from...

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Can Rib Cartilage Graft on the Bridge Be Removed?

I had revision rhinoplasty 6 months ago, and it was horrible. I am now considering removing the rib graft on my nose bridge. Can it be done?

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How Long After Rhinoplasty Should I Wait to Get Revision?

I had a Nose job 5 months ago and my nose looks uneven it goes to the side and not straight in the middle. How long can I wait for a revision?

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Fixing Nasal Tip Without Surgery?

I had a rhinoplasty 11 months ago, i did have some bump left so my surgeon revisioned it, but then after months of waiting my nasal tip seems shifted...

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Revision Rhinoplasty Covered by Insurance?

I broke my nose and had a nose surgery to straighten it ou and remove the bump. However, my nose is still crooked and the bump is clearly visible. I...

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Purple, Ice Cold Nose After Nose Tip Revision

It has been 7 weeks after my nose tip revision my nose feels ice cold sometimes, and is purple. I also have a permanent tingling sensation. Should I...

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Second Revision Rhinoplasty After Removing Grafts?

I'm done with my healing year, and my Revision Rhinoplasty turned out extremely bad. Main problem is the grafting my nose is very, very extreme, and...

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Will Nose Tip Retract During Revision Rhinoplasty Healing?

While I know it is still VERY early in the healing process after Revision Rhinoplasty, I am concerned because the tip of my nose seems longer and...

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Revision Rhinoplasty for Too Low Columellar Strut?

I had open Rhinoplasty 7 weeks ago and I am concerned about the columellar strut. I can feel the distinct ridge of the strut extending far into my...

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Too Old for Revision Rhinoplasty?

I had a poor Rhinoplasty experience 7 years ago at age 50. I am considering Revision Rhinoplasty as the surgeon removed most of the cartilage in the...

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Heavy Bridge and Numb Upper Lip After Revision Rhinoplasty

Three weeks ago, I had Revision Rhinoplasty. Now, my upper lip area is numb, and the bridge area, where the bump used to be, feels so heavy, like...

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Unnatural Nose Tip After Revision Rhinoplasty?

Please I need some guidance, because I have unresolved swelling in the tip of my nose from my Revision Rhinoplasty. It's worse in the morning. In...

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Revision Rhinoplasty Doctor Recommendations

I'm very unhappy with my Rhinoplasty results. My surgeon wasn't helpful, and recommended me to another surgeon (friend) who wasn't helpful as well and...

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Silicon Bridge and Irradiated Coastal Cartilage for Tip Projection?

I am considering a revision rhinoplasty. However I am having big headache to choose an appropriate material for the revision surgery, since self...

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Problems Became Worse After Revision Rhinoplasty

I had Revision Rhinoplasty on May 4th. It seems that the problems that were meant to be corrected are now only exaggerated. My septum is still leaning...

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Pain, Pressure, and Bigger Nose After Revision Rhino-Septoplasty

I had revision Rhino-Septoplasty 4 months ago. Eight weeks into recovery, I had a small knock to my nose and I was in intense pain, and there was a...

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Preventing the Nose from Drooping Later After Revision Rhinoplasty?

About ten years after I had rhinoplasty, I was talking to a surgeon and he said, "You had a nose job? I can't stand it when they don't do...

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How Soon After Rhinoplasty and Infection Can Revision Be Done?

I am 17 days post-op asian rhinoplasty. I am fighting infection for 2 weeks. The implant bent to the right side and bridge looks crooked. My doctor...

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Adding Another Layer of Autologus Material After Revision Rhinoplasty?

I had my Rhinoplasty revision surgery 3 months ago to replace silicone implant with ear cartilage. My surgeon used my septal cartilage and ear...

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Absorption or Wrapping After Revision Rhinoplasty?

I had an Revision Rhinoplasty a year ago, with ear cartilage on my nose bridge to give it a little bit of height. My first rhinoplasty surgeon...

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Will Medpor from Previous Rhinoplasty Cause Complications for New Surgery?

I had rhinoplalsty surgery a few years ago and a medpor strut was inserted in my columella, I have sustained an injury to my nose and there is a small...

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Is $16,000 Too Much to Pay for Revisioin Rhinoplasty?

I am having a revision rhinoplasty. I need rib cartilage put in my nose to fix it. Is $16,000 just way too much too pay for this procedure?

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How Hard is It to Fix an Open Roof Deformity?

How difficult would it be to fix a rhinoplasty open roof deformity in revision rhinoplasty? Would the entire nose need to be re-arranged or could this...

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PA and NJ Revision Rhinoplasty Doctor Recommendations

I am looking for a Dr. who is very good in revisions around PA, NJ, NY, DE, MA areas. I am willing to travel. Thank you for your help!

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Can Grafts Give Nose Tip a 90-degree Angle?

I had previously undergone rhinoplasty, but the tip of my nose is turned up way more than 100 degrees and my nose looks very short. Plus, I have weak...

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Is It Possible to Reattatch MC Footplates to the Septum?

During primary Rhinoplasty (years ago), the attachments of the MC footplates to the nasal septum were cut and I believe this is, in part, why my...

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Candidate for Revision Rhinoplasty?

I had a Rhinoplasty performed in May of 2007. I had a bump on the side of my nose from breaking my nose in a horseback riding accident. Although the...

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Why Do Most Surgeons Avoid Revision Surgeries?

When you are not happy with the results then you have to seek a revision-expert surgeon, not a regular one. Many surgeons refuse to revise a surgery...

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Forehead Reduction with Revision Rhinoplasty?

I have a odd problem with my face. My whole upper 3rd (nose + forehead) has been quite deformed looking since birth, the problems being I was born...

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What else Needs to Be Addressed for Third Revision Rhinoplasty?

Going to have my 3rd surgery soon. The worst angle is the one looking down at my nose (if you were taller). Not sure if there's bump on the left-side...

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Would Additional Revision Rhinoplasty Be Recommended?

I had a Rhinoplasty 2 1/2 years ago and still continue to worry about the appearance of my nose. My first surgery removed a dorsal hump and narrowed...

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What Health Tests Are Recommended Before Cosmetic Surgery?

I am considering a Revision Rhinoplasty and procedure for the lower eyes. I had a complete blood test done about six months ago and everything came...

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Third Rhinoplasty Revision After Botched Surgeries?

To make long story short, I need a third revision rhinoplasty, and despite all the constant homework I put into both of my previous surgeries, my...

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Is It Possible to Restore Nasal Bone?

I was wondering if its possible to restore the width to the sides of my nose, the bones on the side of my nose were reduced to much and now my nose is...

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4 Weeks out of Revision Rhinoplasty and Hit my Nose

I am 4 weeks post op from a revision rhinoplasty to correct my tip mostly and slight work on my bridge. At one day away from my 4 week mark my fiancee...

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Is a Tip Revision a Major Procedure Like Rhinoplasty?

I had Rhinoplasty a couple of yrs ago and am happy with the bridge. But the tip is not straight! It curves to the left and I hate it. I am not going...

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Getting Another Doctor to Supervise Revision Rhinoplasty?

I had a Revision Rhinoplasty where the major problems I paid $10,000 to fix, were not corrected at all (it's literally almost as if the doctor cut...

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Immediate Revision for Severely Crooked and Shifted Nasal Implant?

I got a nasal implant done by a doctor a year ago and it has shifted to one side. It's the L-shaped silicone kind. I often would even feel painful and...

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Revision of Curved Nose Profile: Underproject Nasal Tip

I want a revision surgery now. I got my surgery 2 months ago, a week after I saw a curved profile (that i never had). Now it's looking more...

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Post-rhinoplasty Scarring - Will the White Area on my Nose Go Away?

About 2 years ago i had a rhinoplasty but a small bump appeared during the healing process. 1 year later i had a revisional rhinoplasty to remove...

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Revision Rhinoplasty to Make Nose Bridge More Masculine?

Can a small bridge be rebuilt into a higher, more masculine one (by an experienced surgeon) through Revision Rhinoplasty? By how much is this possible?

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Revision Rhinoplasty Cost with Same Doctor?

How much is the average cost of revision rhinoplasty with the same doctor?

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Is Anesthesia Required for Revision Rhinoplasty?

I had done the nose job 2 month ago, but I'm not satisfied with the tip of the nose (the angle between tip and upper lip is a little bit low )so, I...

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Revision Rhinoplasty Option for Visible Bump from Implant?

I got a nose job done 2 years back, my nose was slightly flat and broad at the base. My surgeon inserted an implant. My bridge is raised.However, now...

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Unsatisfactory Results from Revision Rhinoplasty?

Hi there, I recently had Revision Rhinoplasty on May 4th and it seems as if the problems that were agreed to be fixed are now only exaggerated. I was...

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Bad Open Rhinoplasty Revision

1 month ago I had revision done(2xopen rhinoplasty). My problems were not resolved. I have 2 clearly visible incision underneath, AND something I can...

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Rhinoplasty 17 Years Ago, but Still Crooked Nose

I had a rhinoplasty done 17 years ago and my nose is very crooked. What can be done to make my nose even on both sides and also to make it more...

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Revisional Rhinoplasty Cost Estimate?

My previous surgeon used up ear cartilage from my both ear and also a bit of septal cartilage. The surgery result was good one month after operation....

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Revision Rhinoplasty for Recurring Bump?

I already had a nose job and its been 5 yrs and I see a little bump again. Do I have to do surgery again on my nose?

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Can I Get a 3rd Revisional Rhinoplasty?

I don't think its impossible to achieve the nose I'd like but my last 2 surgeries have not improved it's appearance. All I want is less...

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Rhinoplasty Revision - Less Expensive if I Use the Same Doctor?

Can a rhinoplasty revision be made at a lower cost with same doctor? I had my procedure done 4 years ago, I've been unhappy with the results and...

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Where does the cartilage come from for a rhinoplasty revision for a pinched tip?

My wife wants a rhinoplasty revision for a pinched tip; how is it possible to add back what was once taken away? Where does the extra cartilage come from?

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Revision for Smaller Nose After Rhinoplasty?

I had a rhinoplasty a while ago in CA. I feel my nose isn't "right". It's like my nose went from size extra large to something small. I have...

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What Type of Doctor Should I See for Revision Rhinoplasty?

My first surgery was 1986 from a bad break. In 1992, I had a redo because my nose shifted. And in 2004, after a hysterectomy my right nasal cavity...

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Possible for Buckled Septum to Heal Straight After Revision Rhinoplasty?

I have had 3 rhinos in the last 5 years, my last one was 3 weeks ago. My PS said i hardly have any septum to work with, what i did have left is...

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I'm Getting a Rhinoplasty Revision After 2 Months - Harm?

Is there harm in getting it done in 2 months? i agreed to it because im desperate i feel so depressed and just hide away from my friends.just want to...

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Rubbing Nose

Hi everyone, I had a difficult revision rhinoplasty done about 5 months ago. I am really happy with the result but have become slightly paranoid of...

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I Need a Revision to Remove Bump I Have Had for 8 Months Now

I had Rhinoplasty over 8 month ago and still have a bump and has been present since my cast came off over 8 month ago. My Surgeon keep telling me my...

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How Long Should I Wait Before Getting a Rhinoplasty Revision?

I had a closed Rhinoplasty 4-5 Months ago and am not pleased, if I were to have some revision work done any idea how long I would need to wait?

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How Long Does It Take for Rhino Revision?

In my first surgery I was told that my surgeon had 3 hrs for my breast reduction and 1 hr for my rhinoplasty. Now I'm looking at seeing him for...

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Do I Need a Revision to Remove Bump?

I had Rhinoplasty over 8 month ago and still have a bump and has been present since my cast came off over 8 month ago. My Surgeon keep telling me my...

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13 Months Post Op - Accidental Blow to Nose. Permanent Damage?

I had revision open septoplasty/rhinoplasty 13 months ago and last night received an accidental blow to the tip of my nose, which was quite painful...

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How Can I Get the Softness Back to my Bridge with a Revision Rhinoplasty?

When i smiled, my nose cutely blended into my face. now after a rhinoplasty, there are two dents on the bridge so that my nose looks like a long...

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Creased Nasal Sill After Alar Base Reduction

A year ago, I had rhinoplasty(alar reduction). Where the excision was made in the nasal sill, the skin did not connect properly so, it looked like the...

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Should I Return to the Same Surgeon for Rhinoplasty Revision?

I had a nose job three years ago, when I was 21 years old. I have been very unhappy since then. One side of my nostril goes in and the other goes out...

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Advantages of Rib Cartilage over Prosthesis?

What would be some of the advantages of using rib cartilage as opposed to a prosthesis when undergoing revision rhinoplasty to reshape the bridge of...

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I Had Rhinoplasty, Followed by a Setoplasty. I Want a Second Rhinoplasty. What Are the Risks?

I had rhinoplasty on my nose five years ago, after this procedure I had breathing difficulties.I then had septoplasty and my turbinates operated on to...

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Question About Revision Rhinoplasty

Is it possible to reduce the turbinates during revision rhino? Mine are still so swollen and i am constantly cleaning out mucous.

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Will Revision Septoplasty with Rhinoplasty Help?

I'm having surgery at an ENT clinic in hospital. I previously had a septoplasty done but now I'm getting a revision septoplasty/rhinoplasty...

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Can Nostrils Be Lengthened with Revision Rhinoplasty?

I had a primary rhinoplasty about 5 months ago. I had an alar base reduction but my nostrils were not wide they were too long..now my nostrils are too...

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How Often Does a Revision Resolve Breathing Problems After Rhinoplasty?

Are there other ways to resolve this problem without undergoing nose surgery again?

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Had Revision Rhinoplasty . Grafts Became Dettached.

The doctor was suppose to re-attach a graft from my nose to the bone so I could breathe better. After a few months it became dettached on the left...

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Revision Rhinoplasty Option for Middle Eastern Nose?

I'm an Iranian guy. I had surgery on my nose a year ago but now it's only getting biger. What should I do? I hate my nose.

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For What Scenarios Does a Nose Revision Pose More Risks Than the First Procedure?

Why is revision rhinoplasty a longer surgery than the original?  What are the most common complications to the bone, cartilage and skin?

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What Are the Chances of needing a Revision Rhinoplasty After Rhinoplasty on Bulbous Nasal Tip

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Revision Rhinoplasty After 7 Months?

I've spoken to many doctors and most have said to wait at least a year. Yesterday I saw one of the most famous doctor here in NY and he said that...

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What Are the Advantages of Closed Revision Rhinoplasty Versus Open Revision Rhinoplasty?

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How is Ear Cartilage Prepared before a Revision Rhinoplasty?

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Had Revision Rhinoplasty . Grafts Became Deattached. Part 2

I just wanted to add to my previous question that I may have inadvertently bumped my nose a little with my hand. I'm wondering if that would cause...

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When is Juvederm Used to Revise Earlier Nose Jobs?

What circumstances would make Juvederm a good option for a rhinoplasty revision?

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What Other Types of Synthetics Can I Use for my Rhinoplasty Revision Besides Gore-tex?

Will I need to stick with gore-tex if that is what was used in my original rhinoplasty?

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How Do the Procedures Differ Between Revision Rhinoplasty to Correct Asymmetrical Nostrils and the Primary Rhinoplasty?

Will a revision rhinoplasty surgery take about as long as the original rhinoplasty. Are there situations where a revision might take longer? Why?

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Revision Rhinoplasty with Surgimend

I recently had a revision Rhinoplasty with Surgimend. Is this commonly used?

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What Indicators Would You Use to Recommend Tip Grafts in Revision Rhinoplasty?

Is there a profile surgeons go by for recommending certain rhinoplasty revision methods?

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Kenalog Ointment After Rhinoplasty Ok For Nose? Prescribed For Dry Lips.

I have some ointment which contains kenalog which was given to me by a doctor to treat dry lips. Can I apply this ointment to my nose to improve...

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Is There a Less Invasive Procedure to Fixing the Dent in my Nose After Rhinoplasty?

Do I need a revision rhinoplasty to correct a nose dent which appeared after the initial surgery? Should I avoid another surgery, or not? 

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Revision Rhinoplasty Post Car Accident?

What are the options of revision rhinoplasty following an initial nose surgery that was needed after a car accident? How common is it for people to...

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