I had 3 previous rhinoplasties. I'm happy with my nose but wish my radix was filled out more to create a slope to my nose. I got filler there a year ago and love the results but I want a permanent solution. Is it possible with my history of 3 previous rhinoplasties to use cartilage to augment my radix? Would this still be a full open rhinoplasty surgery and take the same recovery as my previous surgeries? I was swollen for a couple years after my surgeries. Is it risky given my history? My last doctor said I had a lot of scar tissue in my tip. Would this be too difficult to do or is it fairly easy?
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It's difficult to tell exactly from the one view that is supplied, but yes, indented areas can be "popped out." The middle third can be made a bit wider at the same time. Probably ear cartilage would be carefully shaped into spreader and onlay grafts to accomplish this. Be sure to see a few...
Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photograph, you are a great candidate for rhinoplasty. Maneuvers for your surgery would include columellar excision, nasal tip deprojection, among other maneuvers. With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend...
Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your description, you may benefit from a revision with tip derotation to give your tip more natural feeling and looking appearance.. With good surgical technique, you could likely have an outstanding result. I recommend that you seek consultation...
