Should I Return to the Same Surgeon for Rhinoplasty Revision?

Question

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.He offerd to do a few revisions. Is it smart to go back to the same surgeon? I cannot afford to pay another surgeon.

Sam Naficy, MD, FACS · Answer

It comes down to whether you trust your surgeon.  Even the best surgeons in the world will need to revise up to 10% of their cases

Paul S. Nassif, MD · Answer

Hello,

	It is important to have good communication with your surgeon. If you have a plan, and discuss your options and feel your surgeon can achieve what you are looking for, then it is fine to stick with he or she. If not, it is also perfectly ok to seek an opinion from another rhinoplasty specialist who you feel may better suit your needs. I hope this helps answer your question. Thank you, and best of luck to you.

	Dr. Nassif

Ali Sajjadian, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi Monica,

	You expressed that you have been very unhappy because of your nose for the past three years.

	
		If the only problem is with your nostrils and you surgeon otherwise had done everything well. then do consider going to him after discussing it with two more surgeon.
	
		Otherwise consider being evaluated by a surgeon specializing in revision rhinoplasty. Good Luck

William Portuese, MD · Answer

It is important to go back to your original surgeon to see whether he can address any minor revisions or touch-ups that need to be performed. If you decide not to return to your surgeon, look for a surgeon who has performed thousand of rhinoplasty surgeries and is well versed with revision rhinoplasty.

Andrew Pichler, MD · Answer

Monika, rhinoplasty revision surgery is the commonest revision in cosmetic surgery. So dont dispair but do seek more than one opinion from experienced revion surgeons. Of course your original doctor may well be qualified and less expensive. Ask around and do your research on line as well.

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