Hi, I had a rhinoplasty done some years ago but am planning to have a revision now. As you can see on the picture, my nose is crooked, but I also have breathing problems. When inspiring deeply my nasal valve moves inward. I consulted different revision specialists, and some suggest alar batten grafts to correct my breathing problem, others suggest a spreader graft. I don't know what is best now. Can anyone help?
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August 7, 2018
Answer: Valve collapse and cephalically positioned lower lateral crura
The benefits of thick skin are that it wrinkles less and it hides minor imperfections of the structures under the skin. In rhinoplasty in thick skinned individuals, the surgeon's challenge is to be certain that detailed structural work is visible. All desired results can be...
Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
You are still early in the healing process, it can take up to six months to see your final results, so please be patient. At the stage you are in, inflammation, discomfort and irregularities are normal.
If you have any...
I read your concern. In my practice, Silikon-1000, an off-label permanent filler, may be used to raise the height of the bridge of your nose, and widen the bridge of your nose. This may be a better option for you than a third rhinoplasty surgery. Procedures are performed with topical anesthetic,...