revision to former rhino. reputable dr advised we do a rib graft to build up the dorsum a bit and sidwall & revise the tip. was supposed to maintain slight slope. 5 wks post opp, major swelling subsided. curves to one side & is harsh looking on left sidewall on one side - like cartilage is visible. on right, there's a visible bump at the top,other side doesn't have that. will I have to wait a year & revise to look normal again? Is this considered warped graft & will it cont to warp?
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The question is not how many times but what was done and how it was done. What is the present condition of the nose and the skin. This has to be evaluated individually for each person. See experienced surgeons and get more than one opinion.
Removing lateral crural strut grafts can be performed. I would have to evaluate why they were placed in the revision. The correction of the inverted v is one thing and the placement of lateral crural grafts is another. Find...
You will still be significantly swollen one month after rhinoplasty. In general, 70% of the swelling resolves after the first 3 months and the remainder goes down over time. It can take 18-24 months for the final result of your surgery to be evident. It is important to be patient during...
