My previous doctor over reduced my tip. I found a doctor to elongate my tip using rib grafts but in the process I feel he over grafted my nose by putting an unnecessary graft on top of my bridge. I really want it removed as it looks to high to wide and unfeminine for my small petite face. Can this be removed? Can a doctor in Connecticut help?
Answer: Can a rib graft placed in revision rhinoplasty be removed? Yes, the graft can be removed and then at the time of surgery a decision will be made to replace with a smaller graft or simply remove and that will be depend on the defect. I have removed rib grafts in several patients with excellent outcomes but the dissection has to be very precise and should only be attempted by someone experienced in revision rhinoplasty. I would suggest consulting with more than one surgeon.
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Answer: Can a rib graft placed in revision rhinoplasty be removed? Yes, the graft can be removed and then at the time of surgery a decision will be made to replace with a smaller graft or simply remove and that will be depend on the defect. I have removed rib grafts in several patients with excellent outcomes but the dissection has to be very precise and should only be attempted by someone experienced in revision rhinoplasty. I would suggest consulting with more than one surgeon.
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March 20, 2019
Answer: Well, yes, usually what you describe as a goal is possible, especially if the tip doesn't have to be re-worked... Is the doctor not around for you to consult with? Even through the email? He might have the best insight into what is possible and how predictably it can be accomplished, because he did the last operation.Still, though, most likely a surgeon experienced in revision rhinoplasty could address this for you.Read the section in the "Learn more" link on how to stay out of trouble while searching for a rhinoplasty surgeon. Rhinoplasty is an exquisitely difficult operation to get right, and you should only have surgery if you are able to make yourself very confident in your surgeon's skills.
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March 20, 2019
Answer: Well, yes, usually what you describe as a goal is possible, especially if the tip doesn't have to be re-worked... Is the doctor not around for you to consult with? Even through the email? He might have the best insight into what is possible and how predictably it can be accomplished, because he did the last operation.Still, though, most likely a surgeon experienced in revision rhinoplasty could address this for you.Read the section in the "Learn more" link on how to stay out of trouble while searching for a rhinoplasty surgeon. Rhinoplasty is an exquisitely difficult operation to get right, and you should only have surgery if you are able to make yourself very confident in your surgeon's skills.
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Answer: Fully agree It is pretty common surgeons find rib grafting as a technical goal itself, and not as a mere tool to carve, sculpt and shape a well tailored piece matching the beauty of the nose, and this seems to be your unfortunate case.I strongly recommend you seek the help of a good and very creative revision rhinoplasty specialist, he will re-shape your dorsal graft or replace it by other brand new dorsum made by him.
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Answer: Fully agree It is pretty common surgeons find rib grafting as a technical goal itself, and not as a mere tool to carve, sculpt and shape a well tailored piece matching the beauty of the nose, and this seems to be your unfortunate case.I strongly recommend you seek the help of a good and very creative revision rhinoplasty specialist, he will re-shape your dorsal graft or replace it by other brand new dorsum made by him.
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May 14, 2018
Answer: Removing rib graft You should be able to remove a dorsal graft without too much issue depending on the size of the graft. If it is a large graft or if it was used to cover underlying irregularities, it becomes a bit more complicated. Either way the graft can always be removed all together or re-sculpted and dramatically reduced in size if needed. I would search for some local revision rhinoplasty surgeons and see what they say after an in person evaluation. Best of luck
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May 14, 2018
Answer: Removing rib graft You should be able to remove a dorsal graft without too much issue depending on the size of the graft. If it is a large graft or if it was used to cover underlying irregularities, it becomes a bit more complicated. Either way the graft can always be removed all together or re-sculpted and dramatically reduced in size if needed. I would search for some local revision rhinoplasty surgeons and see what they say after an in person evaluation. Best of luck
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