Is the ultrasonic rhinoplasty much better than a normal rhinoplasty? Can a crooked nose be perfectly straightened with this technique or is it imposibel to get a perfect nose?
November 22, 2018
Answer: Rhinoplasty swelling Hello and thank you for your question. You can have good results from either procedure, but as you select your procedure, you should understand that an ultrasonic procedure is a newer procedure and may not get you the same quality results as traditional rhinoplasty that has been performed successfully for decades. Also, perfect symmetry is not the measure of a good result. Even very attractive facial features have some natural asymmetry which makes the face look pleasing, unique, and individual. Schedule an in-person consultation with a board-certified facial plastic surgeon to discuss your potential rhinoplasty in greater detail. Good luck! - Elbert T. Cheng, MD
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November 22, 2018
Answer: Rhinoplasty swelling Hello and thank you for your question. You can have good results from either procedure, but as you select your procedure, you should understand that an ultrasonic procedure is a newer procedure and may not get you the same quality results as traditional rhinoplasty that has been performed successfully for decades. Also, perfect symmetry is not the measure of a good result. Even very attractive facial features have some natural asymmetry which makes the face look pleasing, unique, and individual. Schedule an in-person consultation with a board-certified facial plastic surgeon to discuss your potential rhinoplasty in greater detail. Good luck! - Elbert T. Cheng, MD
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April 15, 2019
Answer: Ultrasonic piezo rhinoplasty Hi and welcome to our forum! The difference between the traditional and ultrasound piezo rhinoplasty is the method of bone cutting. During the traditional procedure, bone cuts are made with an osteotome (chisel) and mallet. In the piezo rhinoplasty, a high frequency vibrating device generates localized heat to cut the bone. It is felt by some to be more accurate and with less associated soft tissue complications. It is not yet widely employed in the US. We use traditional techniques in our practice. Choose the surgeon for his / her skill....not the instrument. Best wishes...
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April 15, 2019
Answer: Ultrasonic piezo rhinoplasty Hi and welcome to our forum! The difference between the traditional and ultrasound piezo rhinoplasty is the method of bone cutting. During the traditional procedure, bone cuts are made with an osteotome (chisel) and mallet. In the piezo rhinoplasty, a high frequency vibrating device generates localized heat to cut the bone. It is felt by some to be more accurate and with less associated soft tissue complications. It is not yet widely employed in the US. We use traditional techniques in our practice. Choose the surgeon for his / her skill....not the instrument. Best wishes...
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