Which revision rhinoplasty doctors use the Vectra 3D imaging system with their patients?

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Please list the revision rhinoplasty doctors that use the Vectra 3D imaging system, as this seems to be a very helpful way to clarify what will be done for the patient.

John Layke, DO, FACS · Answer

The Vectra 3D Imaging machine is an excellent tool that will soon be the standard of care in rhinoplasty.  The idea behind the use of this machine is not to guarantee a particular result per se, it is to ensure that the goal of the patient and the surgeon is the same.  I use the Vectra in my rhinoplasty practice for this reason alone.  I don't want to find out after surgery what I thought was a perfect nose, isn't what YOU thought was a perfect nose.  The Vectra allows a singular plan to be developed and to assess each surgeon's aesthetic eye.  Consult with multiple Board-Certified plastic surgeons experienced in rhinoplasty.  Call their office to ask if they use 3D imaging, and this can help you narrow down your search.  Good luck!

Mike Majmundar, MD · Answer

Vectra XT is a great tool for any patient considering rhinoplasty or revision rhinoplasty.  It helps the patient and surgeon 'get on the same page' when discussing the different parts of the nose.  Of course, Vectra XT is a simulation tool and does not know the factors that go into doing a rhinoplasty nor does it know how to do a rhinoplasty.  It's simply a strong tool to facilitate communication.  We began using it this year and it has proved invaluable for rhinoplasty consults.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

Much more important than digital imaging is the experience of the surgeon performing the procedure. Revision rhinoplasty is one of the most difficult procedures to perform correctly in the entire field of cosmetic surgery, so experience performing the surgery matters much, much more then what type of 3-D digital imaging is being performed. Digital imaging is only a communication tool, not a guarantee of results. We use it in our practice more for primary rhinoplasty than revision rhinoplasty. Study your prospective  surgeon's before and after revision rhinoplasty photo gallery to make sure it it that it is extensive and reflective of their  dedication to the discipline of rhinoplasty.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Remember, imaging software can not guarantee a result as the computer can not account for how the soft tissue respond to surgery or the surgical expertise of the surgeon. You are best to find a good surgeon. Good luck.

Which revision rhinoplasty doctors use the Vectra 3D imaging system with their patients?

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