Hello, lots of patients with rhinoplasty experience as well as doctors mention that rhinoplasty can cause permanent changes in upper lip's length, shape or position. That is the result I am trying to avoid. If I do rhinoplasty with closed method or only deproject the upper part of my nose in order to remove hump(and not touch the base at all) will that risk be eliminated? In general, does closed method reduce that risk or is it the same as in case of open rhinoplasty? Thank you in advance.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty and Upper Lip A closed rhinoplasty, especially if focused only on removing a dorsal hump without altering the nasal base, generally poses a lower risk of affecting the upper lip's length, shape, or position compared to an open rhinoplasty. This is because the closed approach avoids incisions on the columella and typically involves less extensive dissection, which can reduce the likelihood of altering the soft tissue and muscle attachments around the upper lip. If you are looking for a large change we almost always recommend the open approach. An open approach may alter the affects of the lip during the healing process but won't make a huge difference in the overall outcome. However, any rhinoplasty procedure carries some risk of changes, so it's important to discuss specific concerns and goals with your surgeon.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty and Upper Lip A closed rhinoplasty, especially if focused only on removing a dorsal hump without altering the nasal base, generally poses a lower risk of affecting the upper lip's length, shape, or position compared to an open rhinoplasty. This is because the closed approach avoids incisions on the columella and typically involves less extensive dissection, which can reduce the likelihood of altering the soft tissue and muscle attachments around the upper lip. If you are looking for a large change we almost always recommend the open approach. An open approach may alter the affects of the lip during the healing process but won't make a huge difference in the overall outcome. However, any rhinoplasty procedure carries some risk of changes, so it's important to discuss specific concerns and goals with your surgeon.
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May 13, 2024
Answer: We have not seen permanent upper lip mobility issues in any of our patients. Our patients may experience temporary heaviness of the central portion of their upper lip, however, by 6 to 12 months after surgery, somebody smile should completely return to normal. The only way to permanently affect somebody smile maybe to remove upper lip musculature during rhinoplasty surgery and we have never performed that technique. I hope this is helpful. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph
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May 13, 2024
Answer: We have not seen permanent upper lip mobility issues in any of our patients. Our patients may experience temporary heaviness of the central portion of their upper lip, however, by 6 to 12 months after surgery, somebody smile should completely return to normal. The only way to permanently affect somebody smile maybe to remove upper lip musculature during rhinoplasty surgery and we have never performed that technique. I hope this is helpful. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph
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January 16, 2024
Answer: Effects of rhinoplasty on the upper lip: Effects of rhinoplasty on the upper lip: rhinoplasty, whether open or closed typically has a temporary affect on the upper lip. Typically the upper lip is somewhat stiffer, less flexible, and appears longer in the early days after rhinoplasty. the smile typically shows less teeth. With a standard open or closed rhinoplasty this effect should be temporary. Since neither typically damages the muscle connecting the maxilla to the Columella which is called the depressor septi nasi. Septal surgery however typically brings incisions to the base of the maxilla where the muscle is located and is more likely to have a greater impact on this muscle. However even with septal surgery the effect should be mostly temporary. It usually takes a rather deliberate effort to completely transact in a permanent way this muscle. Even when transected it usually heals back together. When deliberately trying to cut this muscle in a permanent way for people with severe drooping tips, it is usually required to remove a segment of the muscle rather than just transecting it. Therefore a rhinoplasty without septal work would be very unlikely to have any permanent impact on this muscle and therefore on the upper lip appearance or function.
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January 16, 2024
Answer: Effects of rhinoplasty on the upper lip: Effects of rhinoplasty on the upper lip: rhinoplasty, whether open or closed typically has a temporary affect on the upper lip. Typically the upper lip is somewhat stiffer, less flexible, and appears longer in the early days after rhinoplasty. the smile typically shows less teeth. With a standard open or closed rhinoplasty this effect should be temporary. Since neither typically damages the muscle connecting the maxilla to the Columella which is called the depressor septi nasi. Septal surgery however typically brings incisions to the base of the maxilla where the muscle is located and is more likely to have a greater impact on this muscle. However even with septal surgery the effect should be mostly temporary. It usually takes a rather deliberate effort to completely transact in a permanent way this muscle. Even when transected it usually heals back together. When deliberately trying to cut this muscle in a permanent way for people with severe drooping tips, it is usually required to remove a segment of the muscle rather than just transecting it. Therefore a rhinoplasty without septal work would be very unlikely to have any permanent impact on this muscle and therefore on the upper lip appearance or function.
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January 16, 2024
Answer: Rhinoplasty effects on upper lip When it comes to surgery, rhinoplasty can affect the look and projection of the upper lip permanently. It is something that needs to be discussed with your surgeon prior to surgery
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January 16, 2024
Answer: Rhinoplasty effects on upper lip When it comes to surgery, rhinoplasty can affect the look and projection of the upper lip permanently. It is something that needs to be discussed with your surgeon prior to surgery
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