I've been told that my deep radix makes my tip appear larger than it really is and that raising it would make tip narrowing more successful? Does this make sense? Do you think a radix graft is too risky or is it generally successful? Would this be common in rhinoplasty? I'm afraid that it will make my nose look bigger, which is not what I need at all. I'm also afraid that it won't look symmetrical... I need a quick answer, /please/!!
Answer: Radix graft and rhinoplasty A radix graft is only used when patients have a low radix and order build up that area. Without a set of pictures, its impossible to give any determination about what may or may not be required.
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Answer: Have you considered permanent nonsurgical filler? Dear Glendale Friend: If the deep Radix makes the bridge of your nose so low that in contrast the tip seems larger, then it may make sense to raise it. Yes, there are options. One includes the grafting of cartilage. The other is implantation, surgically, of a silicone or plastic part or implant. The third is to use a filler, either temporary or permanent. None of these are considered risky. They are all common. The result would not necessarily make your nose look larger because, apparently, that part of your nose is deficient and, therefore, needs to be made larger so there is a better “match” with the lower part of your nose. The most important thing you can do is have consultations with rhinoplasty surgeons who major in that procedure. This would be somebody who does nearly exclusively cosmetic nasal surgery of the nose to the exclusion of emergency room, auto accident, cancer work, and reconstructive surgery. When you go for consultation you want to have computer imaging so you can see the surgeon’s vision for the outcome. That will help you understand whether or not you would be happy with the outcome. Bring a friend or family member with you because there is a lot to learn. Before you go for consultation, study many doctors’ websites, look at their reviews, their before and after photographs, and study their resume. Generally, more experience and more specialization is better than less. Consider a Skype consultation to get a sense of the doctor’s view of what may be accomplished. Best wishes, Robert Kotler, MD, FACS Over 4,500 nasal procedures performed
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Answer: Have you considered permanent nonsurgical filler? Dear Glendale Friend: If the deep Radix makes the bridge of your nose so low that in contrast the tip seems larger, then it may make sense to raise it. Yes, there are options. One includes the grafting of cartilage. The other is implantation, surgically, of a silicone or plastic part or implant. The third is to use a filler, either temporary or permanent. None of these are considered risky. They are all common. The result would not necessarily make your nose look larger because, apparently, that part of your nose is deficient and, therefore, needs to be made larger so there is a better “match” with the lower part of your nose. The most important thing you can do is have consultations with rhinoplasty surgeons who major in that procedure. This would be somebody who does nearly exclusively cosmetic nasal surgery of the nose to the exclusion of emergency room, auto accident, cancer work, and reconstructive surgery. When you go for consultation you want to have computer imaging so you can see the surgeon’s vision for the outcome. That will help you understand whether or not you would be happy with the outcome. Bring a friend or family member with you because there is a lot to learn. Before you go for consultation, study many doctors’ websites, look at their reviews, their before and after photographs, and study their resume. Generally, more experience and more specialization is better than less. Consider a Skype consultation to get a sense of the doctor’s view of what may be accomplished. Best wishes, Robert Kotler, MD, FACS Over 4,500 nasal procedures performed
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Answer: Radix graft I have never used a radix graft nor thought it was necessary. Radix grafts can shift or show through the skin after the swelling goes down. Best to keep it simple and only use a radix graft when absolutely necessary. It doesn't sound like it is needed in your case.
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Answer: Radix graft I have never used a radix graft nor thought it was necessary. Radix grafts can shift or show through the skin after the swelling goes down. Best to keep it simple and only use a radix graft when absolutely necessary. It doesn't sound like it is needed in your case.
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Answer: Radix graft I have put a few of these in patients and don't recall them making much of a difference on the appearance of the tip. It is not a risky procedure when performed by the right surgeon on the right patient. It is not that common a procedure but it is not rare. More patients get grafts along the entire bridge than just the radix. If your tip is large you need work on the tip cartilages not a radix graft. My use of them has been mostly to reduce epicanthal folds because I would rather put an implant in through an internal incision than cut the fold and leave the patient with an external scar.Without a posted photo it is impossible to tell if a radix graft would be appropriate for you. On a side view the radix to convex tip of the cornea should be 10 to 12mm in the absence of any eye pathology. If your measurement is 2 to 5mm in the absence of eye pathology a 5 to 7mm thick implant should suffice.I hope you realize that this format of posting questions and receiving answers lacks the face to face direct communication required for you to make an informed decision regarding your surgery.My response to your question/post does not represent formal medical advice or constitute a doctor patient relationship. You need to consult with i.e. personally see a board certified plastic surgeon in order to receive a formal evaluation and develop a doctor patient relationship in order to know if this assessment is valid.
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Answer: Radix graft I have put a few of these in patients and don't recall them making much of a difference on the appearance of the tip. It is not a risky procedure when performed by the right surgeon on the right patient. It is not that common a procedure but it is not rare. More patients get grafts along the entire bridge than just the radix. If your tip is large you need work on the tip cartilages not a radix graft. My use of them has been mostly to reduce epicanthal folds because I would rather put an implant in through an internal incision than cut the fold and leave the patient with an external scar.Without a posted photo it is impossible to tell if a radix graft would be appropriate for you. On a side view the radix to convex tip of the cornea should be 10 to 12mm in the absence of any eye pathology. If your measurement is 2 to 5mm in the absence of eye pathology a 5 to 7mm thick implant should suffice.I hope you realize that this format of posting questions and receiving answers lacks the face to face direct communication required for you to make an informed decision regarding your surgery.My response to your question/post does not represent formal medical advice or constitute a doctor patient relationship. You need to consult with i.e. personally see a board certified plastic surgeon in order to receive a formal evaluation and develop a doctor patient relationship in order to know if this assessment is valid.
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April 1, 2016
Answer: Radix Graft Hello,Radix grafts are on-lay type grafts that need to be carefully placed and secured, usually with a transdermal stitch that is removed a few days after surgery.. This is not a problem for expert rhinoplasty surgeons however, and they can be an excellent and reliable tool to help improve the nasal appearance. These grafts serve to lengthen nose, not narrow the tip. Best of luck!
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Answer: Radix Graft Hello,Radix grafts are on-lay type grafts that need to be carefully placed and secured, usually with a transdermal stitch that is removed a few days after surgery.. This is not a problem for expert rhinoplasty surgeons however, and they can be an excellent and reliable tool to help improve the nasal appearance. These grafts serve to lengthen nose, not narrow the tip. Best of luck!
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