Do grafts exist that allow downward movement?

Hello and thank you for your question. It is possible to remove the SEG and replace it with a softer graft. I never recommend using ear cartilage as it lacks structural integrity needed for this type of graft. There are much better options available depending on your anatomy.. With good surgical...

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your description, you may benefit from a revision rhinoplasty. A mastoid fascia tip graft can be placed to accomplish your goals. With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend that you seek consultation with a...

What you’re describing is a valid concern, especially this far out from surgery. At 2½ years after a closed rhinoplasty, what you’re noticing is not normal swelling. In my opinion, the denting and asymmetry especially the area that sinks in when you smile are most consistent with loss of cart...

Surgery shouldn't make the nose look worse, because it's up to the surgeon to *not* do the surgery if he feels that he doesn't have an excellent chance of making the nose look better. You posted a 3/4 view that doesn't really show completely how protruding the tip is; a direct profile would be...

Hello and thank you for your question. A true side lateral profile video would be extremely helpful here in order to give you the best advice. Generally speaking, a radix graft can be removed and a smoother dorsal contour can be accomplished with various maneuvers. I recommend that you seek...

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photograph, you may benefit from a rhinoplasty. A surgeon can accomplish this by trimming, suturing, and reshaping the cartilage in your lower nose. Fascial grafts may also be used to help improve tip refinement. The mid vault asymmetry of...