Why does my graft shine in the light or sunlight?

August 3, 2014
Asked By:Raul7 in Lomita, CA

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?

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August 5, 2014

Answer: Shiny Graft

August 5, 2014

Answer: Shiny Graft

August 7, 2014

Answer: Why does my graft shine in the light or sunlight?

August 7, 2014

Answer: Why does my graft shine in the light or sunlight?

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