Does an open or closed rhinoplasty yield more permanent results, prevent open roof deformity, & what are the pros/cons each?

March 7, 2016
Asked By:ehhwhatsupdoc in Pittsburgh, PA

Doctors agreed: only remove dorsal hump - conflicting consults w/open vs closed. Closed pros: no scar, no tip disruption, great pis of tricky closed nose job from closed recommending dr. (unsure of post-surgery date on pics). Closed cons: Bones can move/won't be stable structures if not cut in right place, bone above nose is a little narrow, may need graft post-op if it narrows. Open pros: more visibility to make exact cut/angle bone to prevent open roof deformity. Open con: scar; tip disrupt.

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March 10, 2016

Answer: Closed vs. Open Approach

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March 10, 2016

Answer: Closed vs. Open Approach

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March 9, 2016

Answer: Open or closed? Doesn't matter.

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March 9, 2016

Answer: Open or closed? Doesn't matter.

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