I would like my nose to be longer as it used to be. I had a rhinoplasty a few years back to correct a broken nose/deviated septum. During the procedure the surgeon shortened the tip of my nose which subsequently threw the balance and symmetry of my face off. My upper lip looks long and out of proportion. Can I fix this? I would like to look like my old self again. Technically, the surgeon did a good job, I just was not expecting to look so different.
Answer: Lengthen a short nose. A short nose can be lengthened in a variety ways. The most predictable and reliable is a technique that I have developed which is called tongue and groove technique. Extended spreader grafts (grafts on either side of teh septum extending beyond the existing septum, are used to elongate the short nose using cartilage from the septum or the rib. Ear cartilage can also be used if the needed elongation is minimal.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Lengthen a short nose. A short nose can be lengthened in a variety ways. The most predictable and reliable is a technique that I have developed which is called tongue and groove technique. Extended spreader grafts (grafts on either side of teh septum extending beyond the existing septum, are used to elongate the short nose using cartilage from the septum or the rib. Ear cartilage can also be used if the needed elongation is minimal.
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Answer: Lengthening a short nose Unfortunately one of the most common mistakes done while performing rhinoplasty is to overly shorten or rotate the nose. When the nose is made shorter the upper lip is more exposed and looks longer. Lengthening or counter rotating a nose that has previously been operated on is one of the more frequently maneuvers that I find myself doing. There are several ways to go about handling such cases and the decision of precisely which technique to use will depend on the specifics of the individual patient. Almost universally such lengthening procedures require cartilage grafting and that cartilage might be taken from the nasal septum, the chest wall (costal cartilage) or the ears. In addition to lengthening the nose, the upper lip can be shortened if need be to achieve a more harmonious result.
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December 4, 2015
Answer: Lengthening a short nose Unfortunately one of the most common mistakes done while performing rhinoplasty is to overly shorten or rotate the nose. When the nose is made shorter the upper lip is more exposed and looks longer. Lengthening or counter rotating a nose that has previously been operated on is one of the more frequently maneuvers that I find myself doing. There are several ways to go about handling such cases and the decision of precisely which technique to use will depend on the specifics of the individual patient. Almost universally such lengthening procedures require cartilage grafting and that cartilage might be taken from the nasal septum, the chest wall (costal cartilage) or the ears. In addition to lengthening the nose, the upper lip can be shortened if need be to achieve a more harmonious result.
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October 3, 2014
Answer: Revision rhinoplasty If you want a revision of your nose then you will probably need grafts. It might be a good idea to look at earlier photos to compare. Good luck.
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October 3, 2014
Answer: Revision rhinoplasty If you want a revision of your nose then you will probably need grafts. It might be a good idea to look at earlier photos to compare. Good luck.
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December 4, 2015
Answer: Grafts The nose can be lengthened or projection increased in several ways. One option is a graft that is placed on the tip that can be obtained from the ear cartilage. Another option if the cartilage has not been removed during your first surgery is called a lateral crural steal. What that means is cartilage from the lateral nostril is advanced medial to increase projection. Hope this is helpfulregards
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December 4, 2015
Answer: Grafts The nose can be lengthened or projection increased in several ways. One option is a graft that is placed on the tip that can be obtained from the ear cartilage. Another option if the cartilage has not been removed during your first surgery is called a lateral crural steal. What that means is cartilage from the lateral nostril is advanced medial to increase projection. Hope this is helpfulregards
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December 4, 2015
Answer: Lengthing the nose You can absolutely lengthen the nose. The limiting factor is usually the soft tissue envelope which needs to be able to stretch over the new larger framework. This is usually only a problem in people who have had multiple surgeries and the skin is very scarred and not able to be stretched. The other factor will be the amount of cartilage left in your nose to use as structural grafts. I would see a revision rhinoplasty specialist to discuss your specific options in person. Best of luck
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December 4, 2015
Answer: Lengthing the nose You can absolutely lengthen the nose. The limiting factor is usually the soft tissue envelope which needs to be able to stretch over the new larger framework. This is usually only a problem in people who have had multiple surgeries and the skin is very scarred and not able to be stretched. The other factor will be the amount of cartilage left in your nose to use as structural grafts. I would see a revision rhinoplasty specialist to discuss your specific options in person. Best of luck
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