I have been told that I have nasal valve collapse on both sides 3 months post op. I was wondering when a revision could be performed, and if this is a safe and relatively easy surgery compared to a rhinoplasty. I want this to be my LAST rhino, but am afraid things could go wrong. I have not heard but about this surgery and was wondering if the success rate is high and what needs to be done. TY
July 11, 2013
Answer: Nasal valve reconstruction
Opening the nasal valve after prior rhinoplasty involves recognizing what level of the nasal valve is involved and what caused the valve collapse. Typically, if the area of collapse is diagnosed properly, and if the appropriate technique/grafts are used to open the valve, then nasal valve reconstruction in the hands of an experienced revision rhinoplasty surgeon is very straightforward and has a very low risk of needing further surgery. Good luck!
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July 11, 2013
Answer: Nasal valve reconstruction
Opening the nasal valve after prior rhinoplasty involves recognizing what level of the nasal valve is involved and what caused the valve collapse. Typically, if the area of collapse is diagnosed properly, and if the appropriate technique/grafts are used to open the valve, then nasal valve reconstruction in the hands of an experienced revision rhinoplasty surgeon is very straightforward and has a very low risk of needing further surgery. Good luck!
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July 11, 2013
Answer: Nasal Valve Surgery
Nasal valve surgery can be tricky. However if done by a well trained surgeon, it can be your last rhinoplasty. I notice that you are in Philadelphia. Dr Daniel Becker is excellent with nasal valve surgery. You should certainly see him. Regards Dr. J Disclaimer: This answer is not intended to give a medical opinion and does not substitute for medical advice. The information presented in this posting is for patients’ education only. As always, I encourage you to see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
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July 11, 2013
Answer: Nasal Valve Surgery
Nasal valve surgery can be tricky. However if done by a well trained surgeon, it can be your last rhinoplasty. I notice that you are in Philadelphia. Dr Daniel Becker is excellent with nasal valve surgery. You should certainly see him. Regards Dr. J Disclaimer: This answer is not intended to give a medical opinion and does not substitute for medical advice. The information presented in this posting is for patients’ education only. As always, I encourage you to see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
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