I had a closed revision rhinoplasty im 4 month now I know that i'm still healing, my rhinoplasty went good i like my nose despite the short columella I hate it and I want to lengthen it My question is can i do it after the 6 month mark in closed surgery again or is there any chance of necrosis? And what is the best method ? Ps: i had a crooked nose with hanging columella after my primary surgery
April 27, 2023
Answer: I want to lengthen my columella, what is the best method & can I do it at 6 month-mark? Hello @Sbsb123, thank you for your question. It is important to wait at least 6 months after your initial rhinoplasty before considering any additional surgical procedures in order to allow the tissue to heal properly. After such a time frame, you may consult with your specialist and determine whether or not a revision rhinoplasty would be beneficial in this case. Each case is unique, and only a board-certified plastic surgeon who has examined you and knows your medical history can provide accurate advice on how to proceed. The techniques that might be used are cartilage grafting or fillers that are a less invasive an permanent solution. The optimal procedure for you depends on the particulars of your nose, prior operations, and your own personal goals. A consultation is vital to establishing a surgical plan that meets your needs, expectations, and takes into account what is realistically possible. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS),International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP)
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April 27, 2023
Answer: I want to lengthen my columella, what is the best method & can I do it at 6 month-mark? Hello @Sbsb123, thank you for your question. It is important to wait at least 6 months after your initial rhinoplasty before considering any additional surgical procedures in order to allow the tissue to heal properly. After such a time frame, you may consult with your specialist and determine whether or not a revision rhinoplasty would be beneficial in this case. Each case is unique, and only a board-certified plastic surgeon who has examined you and knows your medical history can provide accurate advice on how to proceed. The techniques that might be used are cartilage grafting or fillers that are a less invasive an permanent solution. The optimal procedure for you depends on the particulars of your nose, prior operations, and your own personal goals. A consultation is vital to establishing a surgical plan that meets your needs, expectations, and takes into account what is realistically possible. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS),International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP)
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April 25, 2023
Answer: The appearance of your Columella may improve as your nasal tip swelling goes down. The appearance of slight columella retraction could be due to the fact that your tip is still somewhat swollen. It's the appearance were to remain as it is, a few droplets of Silikon-1000 in the mid Columella may be helpful for achieving a straighter columella appearance on profile. If this is your only concern about your nasal appearance after rhinoplasty, I would not recommend further surgery. Hope this helps! Dr Joseph
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April 25, 2023
Answer: The appearance of your Columella may improve as your nasal tip swelling goes down. The appearance of slight columella retraction could be due to the fact that your tip is still somewhat swollen. It's the appearance were to remain as it is, a few droplets of Silikon-1000 in the mid Columella may be helpful for achieving a straighter columella appearance on profile. If this is your only concern about your nasal appearance after rhinoplasty, I would not recommend further surgery. Hope this helps! Dr Joseph
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