I broke my nose as a child. As a result had to have cartilage taken from my ears at the age of 17, and the graft re-absorbed after about a year after Rhinoplasty. I've been back to the surgeon, and he recommends a implant called Permacol. Anyone got any thoughts on this? Thanks.
Answer: Cartilage is first option for nasal implants Nasal implants are not a great idea unless all the cartilage in the nose and the ears has been exhausted. If those have been exhausted, a rib cartilage graft is an option. Silastic implants can also be used, these are inert plastic wafers inserted into the nose to give an augmentation. All cartilage needs to be used prior to embarking on a synthetic implant.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: See a revision rhinoplasty specialist. You will have a permanent solution if you use grafts from yourself than with fillers which are temporary. See a revision rhinoplasty surgeon who has a great deal of experience dealing with noses like yours and let him guide you to the best solution.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: See a revision rhinoplasty specialist. You will have a permanent solution if you use grafts from yourself than with fillers which are temporary. See a revision rhinoplasty surgeon who has a great deal of experience dealing with noses like yours and let him guide you to the best solution.
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October 17, 2009
Answer: You may consider a Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty with Injectable Fillers. You would be surprised how much you can improve a low nasal bridge with Injectable Fillers. If you'd like to email your photos, I'll be happy to share my thoughts with you. I've attached a link to my Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty photos for your perusal. I hope this helps, and best regards.
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Answer: You may consider a Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty with Injectable Fillers. You would be surprised how much you can improve a low nasal bridge with Injectable Fillers. If you'd like to email your photos, I'll be happy to share my thoughts with you. I've attached a link to my Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty photos for your perusal. I hope this helps, and best regards.
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October 17, 2009
Answer: Permacol is porcine collagen and will also eventually absorb That wouldn't be my top choice for a revision rhinoplasty (nose job / nose plastic surgery / nose cosmetic surgery / rino plasty / rhynoplasty). This product will get absorbed and might have a potential for an allergic reaction. The manufacturers state that the implant is eventually replaced with your collagen. I think that this needs to be further proven. My position on new products is that I let others make the mistakes with it first and then I'll use it if it has proven itself over 5-10 years time and has shown a strong safety record. Because you have had previous implants with your own ear cartilage I would suggest that you might want to think about rib grafts. Cranial bone grafts are an option but they are considered by many to be too firm in the nose and have a variable absorption rate. A rib graft does have a significant commitment associated with it that you would need to accept. An alternative would be a silicone implant that is a better option with your first surgery but less so the more revisions you have. I wouldn't consider an implant after the first revision. The risks of infection goes up. But possibly for the second revision if you really didn't want a rib graft. I hope that helps!
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Answer: Permacol is porcine collagen and will also eventually absorb That wouldn't be my top choice for a revision rhinoplasty (nose job / nose plastic surgery / nose cosmetic surgery / rino plasty / rhynoplasty). This product will get absorbed and might have a potential for an allergic reaction. The manufacturers state that the implant is eventually replaced with your collagen. I think that this needs to be further proven. My position on new products is that I let others make the mistakes with it first and then I'll use it if it has proven itself over 5-10 years time and has shown a strong safety record. Because you have had previous implants with your own ear cartilage I would suggest that you might want to think about rib grafts. Cranial bone grafts are an option but they are considered by many to be too firm in the nose and have a variable absorption rate. A rib graft does have a significant commitment associated with it that you would need to accept. An alternative would be a silicone implant that is a better option with your first surgery but less so the more revisions you have. I wouldn't consider an implant after the first revision. The risks of infection goes up. But possibly for the second revision if you really didn't want a rib graft. I hope that helps!
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October 16, 2009
Answer: Permacol for Nasal Augmentation Permacol is a pig collagen and can get absorbed over time. This means after a certain time you might lose the improvement in the shape of your nose. The most important thing for you to answer is if the shape of your nose bothers you and how much. If it is only minor deformity then you are better off not doing any surgery. The risk of revision surgery is high. If you still want to proceed then the best bet is your own tissues. If the nasal septum cartilage and ear cartilage is not available then rib cartilage can be used. Regards
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Answer: Permacol for Nasal Augmentation Permacol is a pig collagen and can get absorbed over time. This means after a certain time you might lose the improvement in the shape of your nose. The most important thing for you to answer is if the shape of your nose bothers you and how much. If it is only minor deformity then you are better off not doing any surgery. The risk of revision surgery is high. If you still want to proceed then the best bet is your own tissues. If the nasal septum cartilage and ear cartilage is not available then rib cartilage can be used. Regards
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