Hi there, I would like some advice on whether I need a graft for primary rhinoplasty. I have surgery booked for January and my surgeon has said it's not necessary but I'm worried it may influence the final result. I was also considering going on a course of accutaine before surgery and continuing through the healing journey but the surgeon said this also is not necessary. I'd really appreciate your professional opinion. TIA
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Answer from Dr. Sean Hill, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon at Lone Star Plastic Surgery in Frisco, TX:
This is a very insightful question — and an important one when planning rhinoplasty surgery.
When a dorsal hump is removed, especially if it involves both bone and cartilage, it can leave...
Hello and thank you for your question. Rhinoplasty with tensioning of the tip may accomplish what you are looking for. I do not like to make external alar base incisions as they leave very visible scarring and can change the shape of the nostrils in an adverse manner. I recommend that you seek...
Answer from Dr. Sean Hill, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon at Lone Star Plastic Surgery in Frisco, TX:
Steroid injections, such as Kenalog (triamcinolone), can be very effective after rhinoplasty — but only in specific situations. They are typically used to reduce post-operative swelling,...
