Am I good candidate for Revision Rhinoplasty? Thick skin, male, 34 years old (Photo)

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I found myself suddenly ready to undergo revision rhinoplasty, so far I consulted three facial plastic surgeons and one has told me that I have thick skin just based on the photos and that if I undergo repair "the results are not going to be worth it."I want to know if I am still a good Revision Rhinoplasty Candidate. I am anxious that if I do undergo the results will not be good. I don't expect perfect but hopefully somehow better than what I have for the past 15 years. I appreciate any advice.

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Hi @Alberto31! I recommend seeing an expert revision rhinoplasty specialist for an in person examination. There are several options for you that can be determined after examination. Best of luck, Dr. Nima!

Barry M. Weintraub, MD, FACS · Answer

The real question is, “What do you want to improve with your revision rhinoplasty?” If you are seeking improved profile projection of the tip, then yes, a revision rhinoplasty surgery could help. If you are seeking more tip definition from the frontal view, I would not recommend it. Without a discussion about your concerns and a physical exam, it would be difficult to say whether a revision rhinoplasty would be the right approach. I recommend you consult in person specifically with a surgeon who has decades of experience with revision rhinoplasty. These procedures are very technically challenging and the risks and benefits should be discussed in depth.

Thomas A. Mustoe, MD, FACS · Answer

You do have a challenging situation with your thick skin. From the front view it is unlikely you Woukd see much improvement. Your tip lacks shape and although it is quite possible to improve with revision it is also possible that efforts to improve the shape of the underlying cartilage framework would show minimal improvement due to effects of healing with thick skin.

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