Can I have a nose thread lift done due to my previous nose surgery and synthetic cartilage?

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I’ve had a closed rhinoplasty about 10 years ago now where the doctor had put some synthetic cartilage type to keep the tip lifted but after 2.5 years the cartilage had dropped from one side giving a slight droop and unevenness and also a pointier look to the nose. My question is can I have a nose thread lift done due to my previous nose surgery and synthetic cartilage?

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

I don't believe I've seen any before and after photos that demonstrate significant elevation of a droopy nasal tip appearance in people who have had thread lifting for this reason. Thank you for your question, and I hope it's helpful. Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Suleyman Tas, MD, FEBOPRAS · Answer

Hello,Thank for your question, nasal implants can get injected maybe years later and they are temporary.A Revision Rhinoplast can fix  and improve your failed operation's result. However, reconstruction of it can take more time. By Closed and Atraumatic technique you will be provided maximum healing and minimal trauma without a scar on your columella.Regards,

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

First of all, if you have a nasal implant (which it sounds like you do), I typically don't recommend filler or threads to the nose.  Nasal implants do get infected, sometimes years later and can lead to sometimes irreversible outcomes such as skin damage.  Penetrating the skin with either a thread or filler increases the chance of nasal infection.Threads are not commonly used in the nose.  Threads can be used in a variety of ways.  First of all, threads can be used along the tip of the nose to provide support but caution must be used.  Threads can also be used to help create the impression of a straight profile and in combination with filler.  Barbed threads are not recommended in the nose and are meant to grab soft tissues and lift them.  Barbed theads have a higher extrusion rate than nonbarbed threads.Best Dr. Anil Shah

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