Hi,Im an Asian and might have rhinoplasty done in coming months... I am considering silicon or otherwise goretex.. However,.there is a serious issue I facing with.. I am a flight attendant and work in airplane EVERYWEEK, would silicone @ goretex nose will affected ( sink or whatever due to pressure ) after long-term of flight in coming years?? I really concerned with this issue and I hope that the experts from this forum can answer my question.. Thank you
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It is possible to thin the alar thickness. You must be carefull with this due to the possibility of scarring and contour deformity. Make sure your surgeon has done these before. Donald R. Nunn MD Atlanta Plastic Surgeon.
Hello and thank you for your questions.
The most effective and safest technique for Asian rhinoplasty is grafting with the patient’s ear cartilage, septum, or ribs if a larger amount is needed. The grafts are implanted to raise the nasal bridge to produce a slimmer and enhanced appearance of th...
In Vancouver, where we have a large Asian population, changes of the nature you describe are quite commonly requested. Your requests are very reasonable and this if often what patients achieve with augmentation rhinoplasty (see the link below for more information). In your case, you will require...
