It's been two years since my revision rhinoplasty and I'm still unhappy. 1.my nose has a lot of irregularities, one side with deep depression mark, same side with the mark has a bad oder. 2. Nose looks masculine and huge! Bulky and round, I would like a nice smooth bridge with a smaller nose. I was told BOTH my nasal bones were gone so it was replaced with cadaver cartilage. Do cadaver cartilage last or will my nose collapse with time? Am I out of luck with no nasal bones? Is closed rhino better?
February 10, 2020
Answer: Nasal evaluation Hello, I would reach out to your surgeon or another experienced nasal surgeon to get a thorough evaluation. The aesthetic concerns can be readdressed with revision surgery, but I am more concerned about the bad odor you are smelling. Sometimes that can be from other concerns in the nose and sinuses like a persistent sinus infection. Cadaveric cartilage can be used with good longevity if utilized properly.I am unsure about how the cadveric cartilage was used to replace the nasal bones. As for closed versus open rhinoplasty, they are just techniques used in rhinoplasty. I wouldn't worry so much about which your surgeon uses, but what works best in his or her hands for your specific needs. Many of your concerns can be put to rest after a detailed in person examination by an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon. Best of Luck
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February 10, 2020
Answer: Nasal evaluation Hello, I would reach out to your surgeon or another experienced nasal surgeon to get a thorough evaluation. The aesthetic concerns can be readdressed with revision surgery, but I am more concerned about the bad odor you are smelling. Sometimes that can be from other concerns in the nose and sinuses like a persistent sinus infection. Cadaveric cartilage can be used with good longevity if utilized properly.I am unsure about how the cadveric cartilage was used to replace the nasal bones. As for closed versus open rhinoplasty, they are just techniques used in rhinoplasty. I wouldn't worry so much about which your surgeon uses, but what works best in his or her hands for your specific needs. Many of your concerns can be put to rest after a detailed in person examination by an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon. Best of Luck
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February 8, 2020
Answer: Permanent non-surgical nose job for bridge indentation. In all likelihood, the depression on your bridge may be filled with microdroplet Silikon-1000 for permanent improvement. However, that would not address the width of your nose. I'm not clear about your missing nasal bones being replaced with cadaver rib cartilage. The feasibility of another nasal surgery for narrowing would require a consultation and review of your previous operative reports and photos. Hope this helps. Dr Joseph
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February 8, 2020
Answer: Permanent non-surgical nose job for bridge indentation. In all likelihood, the depression on your bridge may be filled with microdroplet Silikon-1000 for permanent improvement. However, that would not address the width of your nose. I'm not clear about your missing nasal bones being replaced with cadaver rib cartilage. The feasibility of another nasal surgery for narrowing would require a consultation and review of your previous operative reports and photos. Hope this helps. Dr Joseph
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