How long do septal extension and spreader grafts made of rib cartilage last?

June 11, 2018
Asked By:smurdi21 in New York, NY

How long do septal extension grafts and spreader grafts used to lengthen a previously shortned nose last? Will they last forever? Also how durable are they? Can they withstand a blow? I know that warping is a concern but that is not my main concern. Thank you.

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June 14, 2018

Answer: Durability and longevity of septal extension grafts

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Answer: How long do cartilage grafts last?

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Thomas A. Mustoe, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: How long do cartilage grafts last?

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Thomas A. Mustoe, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 12, 2018

Answer: These grafts are usually permanent

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David W. Kim, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
June 12, 2018

Answer: These grafts are usually permanent

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