How to fix detached vocal cords after a botched tracheal shave surgery?

It's hard to know. We'd need to take a look at your vocal cords to see what went on.  It's possible that we can restore the good pitch.  We do much pitch elevation and it is quite successful.

Facial plastic surgeons are trained in both ENT (ear nose and throat surgery) and facial plastic surgery.  We are the experts in both areas and the ones best suited to help you work up this issue. Through an endoscopy, where we look at your vocal cords in the office, a doctor can see what the issue is and what might helpBest of luckDr Rodman

Amanda,Thanks for the question.  I think that a change in pitch after this surgery is usually due to a shortening of the vocal folds, and that restoring the length of the vocal folds would be the best surgical option.  Only an exam with stroboscopy and a clinical evaluation would tell us if you could benefit from a surgical lengthening procedure.  Speech therapy is a great solution, and I recommend my patients start it before any voice altering surgery, as it will help you rehab your voice after any surgery.  Hope this helps.