Is it Difficult to Remove/Trim a Rhinoplasty Graft?

Removing and trimming a rib graft through a tertiary rhinoplasty is no easy feat.  It is extremely complicated and must be done under general anesthesia, not local anesthesia.  Rib grafts tend to get tissue ingrowth making them difficult to remove, which is why it requires a major revision rhinoplasty.

It is difficult to make any suggestions without examining you or seeing photographsy.  I would recommend waiting a minimum of one year following you initial procedure for any revision.  Have you let your surgeon know about your concerns.  If you are not satisfied seek a second opinion.   Make appointments for consultations with multiple surgeons. Look at lots of before and after photos. Board certification by The American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, The American Board of Otolaryngology or The American Board of Plastic Surgery is preferred. Warmest regards.

Dr. Pippin


 

Revision Rhinoplastyis always more difficult than primary rhinoplasty.

To trim a rib graft, depends on how long it has been since the graft,Is the graft mobile, or stuck to the bone?Complete removal will cause major deformity. Triming is possible. I prefer rhinoplasty under general anesthesia.