Can Rib Cartilage Grafts be Trimmed or Removed After Being Placed During Revision Rhinoplasty?

  Yes they can but it's a bit tricky because the cartilage/bone rib graft is softer than your own nasal bones...so rasping the graft may lead to larger segments coming off than desired.  Rib grafts tend to dissolve unevenly, over the years, IMHO and for that reason I don't use them or ear cartilage for building up the nasal bridge.  I prefer the straight siilastic dorsal implant for that purpose.  It's stable and more reliable IMO.  Be sure that the Rhinoplasty Surgeon, you select, understands and follows the proper aesthetics of facial (and nasal) beauty for the creation of a naturally, more attractive nose.