I am having a revision rhinoplasty that requires a rib graft. What is the rate of resorption/warping with these grafts? Also, at what point will I be able to stop worrying that the graft may be unsuccessful? I've heard of patients having their grafts warp several years after surgery... I do not want to live my life in constant fear of the graft being compromised. Lastly, what can I do to avoid resorption/warping?
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Thank you gor your quesrtion. Your nose shows nostril asymmetry, columella deviation, and the left side ala collapse.Because columella deviation is usually closely related with caudal septal condition, for sufficient correction, caudal septal deviation correction may be required, and...
You are still early in your recovery period and the nose is expected to be quite swollen at this point. The majority of the swelling will resolve in 3-6 months, and will continue to resolve as your nose heals for up to 1-2 years. You have not reached your final shape as the nose will continue to...
Hi, thank you for your question. A revision surgery (using your own cartilages as graft material) should be performed. Axis deviation can be straightened&tipplasty also would solve the tip irregularity..Regards. Dr. Cem A. Istanbul
