Is a revision rhinoplasty worth it? (Photo)

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I had a septorhinoplasty with turbinate reduction in 2015 at the age of 21. I wasn’t able to get the results I was aiming for and I also partially lost my sense of smell ever since. Is a revision rhinoplasty worth it? What are the long term risks? Is my desired look something I’d be able to achieve given my type of nose? Thanks!

David M. Kowalczyk, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

Hi there! A revision rhinoplasty can definitely be worth it as long as the expectations are realistic. The photos you've shown have potential, it would just be a matter of whether or not it's achievable and would fit your face. To get a thinner, more defined nose, you need to often "stretch" the tissues in those with thicker skin. This is done by using strong cartilage grafts and structure rhinoplasty. The long-term risks are creation of new deformity, skin changes, and changes in sensation of the nose. I certainly think you can achieve a more refined nose while avoiding an overly operated look. Hope this helps you!

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