Are there specific risk factors for fibrosis? Is there any way to predict the potential for fibrosis in a particular patient or particular case? Particularly in cases of reduction rhinoplasty?
November 23, 2019
Answer: Are there specific risk factors for fibrosis following Rhinoplasty? There is no feature that is a 100% accurate predictor for fibrosis after rhinoplasty. As a generalization individuals with very thick skin tend to create more fibrosis. A good rhinoplasty surgeon will access all aspects of the patients anatomy when planning and modify technique as needed.
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November 23, 2019
Answer: Are there specific risk factors for fibrosis following Rhinoplasty? There is no feature that is a 100% accurate predictor for fibrosis after rhinoplasty. As a generalization individuals with very thick skin tend to create more fibrosis. A good rhinoplasty surgeon will access all aspects of the patients anatomy when planning and modify technique as needed.
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November 24, 2019
Answer: Reduction Rhinoplasty and Fibrosis Dear Nssk10, I would seek consultations aided with digital imaging and the surgeon can show you the proposed results rhinoplasty can provide for you. During the imaging the surgeon will take into consideration your skin thickness and anatomy and provide you with imaging of realistic results. Then review the surgeons portfolio of before and afters focusing on noses similar to your own to ensure expertise. Then you can make an informed decision if rhinoplasty will provide you with the results you are looking for. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.
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November 24, 2019
Answer: Reduction Rhinoplasty and Fibrosis Dear Nssk10, I would seek consultations aided with digital imaging and the surgeon can show you the proposed results rhinoplasty can provide for you. During the imaging the surgeon will take into consideration your skin thickness and anatomy and provide you with imaging of realistic results. Then review the surgeons portfolio of before and afters focusing on noses similar to your own to ensure expertise. Then you can make an informed decision if rhinoplasty will provide you with the results you are looking for. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.
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