Is it possible to strengthen the radix? Rhinoplasty + tissue graft (Photo)
December 11, 2024
Asked By:duarte2 in Kilsby, England, United Kingdom
I have a radix which is too thin for my liking and would like it strengthened to match the width of my nasal bone, to have continuity. One surgeon confidently suggested using a fascia graft as a viable, permanent solution. Whilst another surgeon recently told me that it would look unnatural with visible edges, leaving me very disappointed. I would like to know what else could be done and am open to other permanent alternatives, whilst aiming to look natural. Please let me know.
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Answers (8)
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Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photographs, you may benefit from a revision rhinoplasty with dorsal hump reduction and nasal tip deprojection to help reduce the elongated appearance of your tip. With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend...
I am not aware of people having problems with rib graft many years after rhinoplasty surgery. Sometimes, surgeons utilize permanent sutures to hold grafting material in place. Occasionally, these permanent sutures may become infected and extrude either into the nasal cavity, or worse, through...
As the delicate tissues of the nose are being reshaped and repositioned, an assistant helps stabilize the tissues so accurate suturing and shaping can be the sole focus of the surgeon.
