Is inserting cartilage to raise the nose tip during a Rhinoplasty a natural way? Is the cartilage really what holds up the nose tip of an average person who doesnt have a droopy nose? Or is it more of an alternative way of raising the tip?
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Good question. To be honest I would be disappointed if one of my patients took off the splint too early unless there was an emergency reason for doing it, and that's never happened to me before. You're undergoing an elective operation and the splint helps keep things straight, help with early...
No country in the world has more Rhinoplasty (true) experts than the US. Even so, one should be very careful in selecting a Rhinoplasty surgeon. Rhinoplasty requires more talent, training, and experience than ANY cosmetic surgical procedure performed. Meaning, that just because someone has a...
Hey There Delilah,
You need to speak with your surgeon regarding whether his technique will affect your upper lip.
At your pre-operative visit, you should be asked to sign an informed consent for surgery. Make sure that you are clear about the risks and complications of your surgery, including...