I had Rhinoplasty and my surgeon cut the nose and made my bridge small. If I want it larger, is there a way to ADD a rib graft? Or would it have to be replaced completly? Can the nose be made as big as the patient desires, or are there limitations?
Answer: Role of Rib Grafts in Rhinoplasty
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September 1, 2015
Answer: Raising a Low Bridge with Rib Grafts In revision rhinoplasty, it is usually necessary to reconstruct and reshape the nasal framework using cartilage grafts. Because available septal cartilage has usually been removed during the first surgery, grafts must obtained from another site - either the ear or the rib.
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September 1, 2015
Answer: Raising a Low Bridge with Rib Grafts In revision rhinoplasty, it is usually necessary to reconstruct and reshape the nasal framework using cartilage grafts. Because available septal cartilage has usually been removed during the first surgery, grafts must obtained from another site - either the ear or the rib.
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September 22, 2009
Answer: Rib grafts for dorsal augmentation. Cartilage grafts are often used to rebuild the nasal bridge in cases in which too much was was taken during a previous surgery. Although rib cartilage may be required, most surgeons use this in cases in which other sources of cartilage (septum or ear) are not available. If it is needed, it can be an excellent choice, however, the surgeon must be experienced in order to prevent potential complications.
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September 22, 2009
Answer: Rib grafts for dorsal augmentation. Cartilage grafts are often used to rebuild the nasal bridge in cases in which too much was was taken during a previous surgery. Although rib cartilage may be required, most surgeons use this in cases in which other sources of cartilage (septum or ear) are not available. If it is needed, it can be an excellent choice, however, the surgeon must be experienced in order to prevent potential complications.
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September 22, 2009
Answer: Rib Graft to Enlarge Nasal Bridge The nasal bridge (a.k.a. dorsum) can be augmented with cartilage. Most commonly, this cartilage can be harvested from the nasal septum or the ears. If more cartilage is required or these sources are depleted, rib cartilage is the next (last) source. Some surgeons like bone (i.e. from the skull) or cadaver cartilage. Artificial materials can be used (Goretex, silicone) but I usually recommend avoiding these non-biologic materials in the nose.
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September 22, 2009
Answer: Rib Graft to Enlarge Nasal Bridge The nasal bridge (a.k.a. dorsum) can be augmented with cartilage. Most commonly, this cartilage can be harvested from the nasal septum or the ears. If more cartilage is required or these sources are depleted, rib cartilage is the next (last) source. Some surgeons like bone (i.e. from the skull) or cadaver cartilage. Artificial materials can be used (Goretex, silicone) but I usually recommend avoiding these non-biologic materials in the nose.
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September 22, 2009
Answer: I agree with the other surgeons. There is rare need for a rib graft. You can make the nose much larger using septal and ear cartilage grafts along with soft tissue.
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September 22, 2009
Answer: I agree with the other surgeons. There is rare need for a rib graft. You can make the nose much larger using septal and ear cartilage grafts along with soft tissue.
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