I have a rib cartilage graft and in the sunlight or light, it shines - like it has a reflective back while normal noses are dull. Why is that?
Answer: Why does the graft shine when the sun hits it? Dear
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Answer: Why does the graft shine when the sun hits it? Dear
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August 7, 2014
Answer: Differences in highlights and shining after rhinoplasty Dear Raul7Thanks for the interesting post.. likely the shine that you see changes depending on the lights you under. in direct light the shine can be more pronounced, while fluorescent lighting will dull the effect. This shine is the the result of a more defined difference between the shadows and highlights on your nose. It is likely more defined... that being said.. you may not like that part of the changeDiscuss this with your surgeon as to your concerns and possible approaches. Best Wishes
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August 7, 2014
Answer: Differences in highlights and shining after rhinoplasty Dear Raul7Thanks for the interesting post.. likely the shine that you see changes depending on the lights you under. in direct light the shine can be more pronounced, while fluorescent lighting will dull the effect. This shine is the the result of a more defined difference between the shadows and highlights on your nose. It is likely more defined... that being said.. you may not like that part of the changeDiscuss this with your surgeon as to your concerns and possible approaches. Best Wishes
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September 10, 2015
Answer: Nose reflects light I think the graft has changed the surface anatomy of
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September 10, 2015
Answer: Nose reflects light I think the graft has changed the surface anatomy of
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August 5, 2014
Answer: Shiny Graft With any nose surgery the light reflexes are altered. Yours I am sure is due to the procedure you had and depending on how long it has been it will change some but not a ton.
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August 5, 2014
Answer: Shiny Graft With any nose surgery the light reflexes are altered. Yours I am sure is due to the procedure you had and depending on how long it has been it will change some but not a ton.
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Answer: Why does my graft shine in the light or sunlight? Dear Raul7, Depending on where you are in your recovery stage may answer this question or not. If you are in the early stages of recovery then I would assume the shine you see is just the changes in skin that may occur after rhinoplasty whether a graft is in or not. If you are further down the line since your procedure then discuss your concerns with your surgeon where he can examine you and shed some "light" on the matter. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.
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Answer: Why does my graft shine in the light or sunlight? Dear Raul7, Depending on where you are in your recovery stage may answer this question or not. If you are in the early stages of recovery then I would assume the shine you see is just the changes in skin that may occur after rhinoplasty whether a graft is in or not. If you are further down the line since your procedure then discuss your concerns with your surgeon where he can examine you and shed some "light" on the matter. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.
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