Should I remove L shape Nasal Implant and do a rib graft for my nose?

June 6, 2023
Asked By:Anna24708 in Seattle, Washington

I am of East Asian descent and 31 years old. I had 1 rhinoplasty in January 2019 where the surgeon made my nose slightly slimmer by breaking the bone and also implanted an L shape nasal implant. While I am pleased with the outcome, I am actually starting to feel very worried about implant extrusion, thinning of nasal skin (in particular the nasal tip) and infection. The surgeon said my nasal bridge is weak. What are the chances my nose will look ok?

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June 12, 2023

Answer: L Shape Nasal Implant vs Rib Cartilage Graft

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Donald B. Yoo, MD, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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June 12, 2023

Answer: L Shape Nasal Implant vs Rib Cartilage Graft

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July 23, 2023

Answer: Implant in the tip usually is not good in the long run

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July 23, 2023

Answer: Implant in the tip usually is not good in the long run

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June 11, 2023

Answer: Nasal Alloplastic Implants

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Jacob Tower, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
June 11, 2023

Answer: Nasal Alloplastic Implants

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Jacob Tower, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery

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