The only major issue I have with my nose is a dorsal hump. Fortunately, I can breathe through both nostrils so I doubt I have a deviated septum since I've never injured my nose. I heard about the procedure of a "microrhinoplasty". This seems to be shorter in length and with a quicker recovery time than a traditional rhinoplasty but I'm worried it's too good to be true.
November 7, 2019
Answer: Microrhinoplasty- does it exist? There is no such a thing as microrhinoplasty surgery. While removal of the dorsal hump may be the only thing you desire, for surgeon it may involve several things: taking the hump down, squeezing the nasal bones together to prevent a gap between the bones and appearance of a squared, widened dorsum, possibly reinforcing the connection of the cartilages to the bones to prevent nasal valve problems and nasal obstruction, and possibly correcting septal deviation if one is present. Not to imply that every patient with dorsal humps needs all these things done, but many do. So “microsurgery” as you call it may not be so “micro” afterall, if you want your surgery to be performed diligently. I suggest you select a rhinoplasty specialist who you trust and discuss everything in person.
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November 7, 2019
Answer: Microrhinoplasty- does it exist? There is no such a thing as microrhinoplasty surgery. While removal of the dorsal hump may be the only thing you desire, for surgeon it may involve several things: taking the hump down, squeezing the nasal bones together to prevent a gap between the bones and appearance of a squared, widened dorsum, possibly reinforcing the connection of the cartilages to the bones to prevent nasal valve problems and nasal obstruction, and possibly correcting septal deviation if one is present. Not to imply that every patient with dorsal humps needs all these things done, but many do. So “microsurgery” as you call it may not be so “micro” afterall, if you want your surgery to be performed diligently. I suggest you select a rhinoplasty specialist who you trust and discuss everything in person.
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December 19, 2019
Answer: Rhinoplasty If you wish for your hump to be lowered, the traditional techniques to lower the cartilaginous portion of the hump entail using a knife or scissors. Look into the VAPOR Nose option that does not entail using a knife or scissors. The remaining bony hump can be lowered with a rasp and/or osteotome. Even though you are breathing well through your nose, the inside of your nose MUST be examined.
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December 19, 2019
Answer: Rhinoplasty If you wish for your hump to be lowered, the traditional techniques to lower the cartilaginous portion of the hump entail using a knife or scissors. Look into the VAPOR Nose option that does not entail using a knife or scissors. The remaining bony hump can be lowered with a rasp and/or osteotome. Even though you are breathing well through your nose, the inside of your nose MUST be examined.
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