Is the only way to correct a caved-in upper lateral cartilage with cartilage grafting from rib?
Answer: There are a number of procedures to repair the upper lateral cartilages The two primary procedures used to elevate the upper lateral cartilages in revision or primary rhinoplasty are spreader grafts or a butterfly graft. The specific procedure depends on your specific anatomic needs. You should see an expert in revision rhinoplasty for a personal exam and definitive opinion.
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Answer: There are a number of procedures to repair the upper lateral cartilages The two primary procedures used to elevate the upper lateral cartilages in revision or primary rhinoplasty are spreader grafts or a butterfly graft. The specific procedure depends on your specific anatomic needs. You should see an expert in revision rhinoplasty for a personal exam and definitive opinion.
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Answer: Upper lateral cartilage caved in after primary septorhinoplasty Usually this can be corrected using a spreader graft harvested from the remaining cartilage but does require formal revision. Usually this can be done through a closed approach which would minimize postoperative swelling of the tip
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Answer: Upper lateral cartilage caved in after primary septorhinoplasty Usually this can be corrected using a spreader graft harvested from the remaining cartilage but does require formal revision. Usually this can be done through a closed approach which would minimize postoperative swelling of the tip
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June 14, 2018
Answer: Cartilage collapse Cartilage that has a depression after Rhinoplasty can typically be fixed with cartilage grafting. The source of the graft could be septal cartilage (inside the nose), ear cartilage or rib cartilage. It really depends on how much structure is needed to fix the problem.
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June 14, 2018
Answer: Cartilage collapse Cartilage that has a depression after Rhinoplasty can typically be fixed with cartilage grafting. The source of the graft could be septal cartilage (inside the nose), ear cartilage or rib cartilage. It really depends on how much structure is needed to fix the problem.
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June 14, 2018
Answer: Rhinoplasty revision Depends on the exact cause of the depression of the cartilage. Often if you have a caved upper lateral cartilage, you get an inverted V deformity. The repair is usually done spreader grafts, bone contouring etc. The grafts are made from cartilage. The source of the cartilage depends on how much septum you have left. Other sources include ear, rib etc. Best wishes
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June 14, 2018
Answer: Rhinoplasty revision Depends on the exact cause of the depression of the cartilage. Often if you have a caved upper lateral cartilage, you get an inverted V deformity. The repair is usually done spreader grafts, bone contouring etc. The grafts are made from cartilage. The source of the cartilage depends on how much septum you have left. Other sources include ear, rib etc. Best wishes
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June 14, 2018
Answer: If my upper lateral cartilage is caved in from primary rhinoplasty, what options can correct that? A full set of facial photographs, the previous operative reports and an in-person examination going to be required to make a determination about how best to proceed. Revision rhinoplasty is much more difficult than a primary rhinoplasty due to the fact that there's been radius alterations to the normal anatomy and scar tissue present. It's important to know how much cartilage is left over on the inside of the nose for potential grafting purposes. Nasal cartilage is the primary source of cartilage grafting. If there is a cartilage depleted nose, then consider ear cartilage. A spreader graft is typically used to support the caved in upper lateral cartilage. For many examples and diagrams what spreader grafts can accomplish, please see the link and the video below
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June 14, 2018
Answer: If my upper lateral cartilage is caved in from primary rhinoplasty, what options can correct that? A full set of facial photographs, the previous operative reports and an in-person examination going to be required to make a determination about how best to proceed. Revision rhinoplasty is much more difficult than a primary rhinoplasty due to the fact that there's been radius alterations to the normal anatomy and scar tissue present. It's important to know how much cartilage is left over on the inside of the nose for potential grafting purposes. Nasal cartilage is the primary source of cartilage grafting. If there is a cartilage depleted nose, then consider ear cartilage. A spreader graft is typically used to support the caved in upper lateral cartilage. For many examples and diagrams what spreader grafts can accomplish, please see the link and the video below
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