i had rhinoplsty in which a spreader graft was used. i am unhappy with how wide my bridge appears now. it is possible to narrow it? i have had 2 previous rhinoplasties alreadly
Answer: Narrowing is Often an Important Part of Revision Rhinoplasty
Hello, Kentucky.
Do not be discouraged. Generally the nose can be narrowed, even after two prior rhinoplasties.
You need to consult an expert in revision rhinoplasty. That doctor will focus on noses in his practice and have plenty of before and after photos to share with you so you can see how he handled similar cases.
Also, be sure to have computer imaging so everyone is in agreement on what the expected outcome will be.
When you consult, be sure to bring copies of all the records of the first two rhinoplasties, including before and after photos. Op reports and chart notes, also, of course.
Good luck.
Robert Kotler, MD, FACE
Author, SECRETS OF A BEVERLY HILLS COSMETIC SURGEON
Author, THE ESSENTIAL COSMETIC SURGERY COMPANION.
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Hello, Kentucky.
Do not be discouraged. Generally the nose can be narrowed, even after two prior rhinoplasties.
You need to consult an expert in revision rhinoplasty. That doctor will focus on noses in his practice and have plenty of before and after photos to share with you so you can see how he handled similar cases.
Also, be sure to have computer imaging so everyone is in agreement on what the expected outcome will be.
When you consult, be sure to bring copies of all the records of the first two rhinoplasties, including before and after photos. Op reports and chart notes, also, of course.
Good luck.
Robert Kotler, MD, FACE
Author, SECRETS OF A BEVERLY HILLS COSMETIC SURGEON
Author, THE ESSENTIAL COSMETIC SURGERY COMPANION.
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It is very difficult to make the nose narrower in light of the fact that the spreader graft is in place. There are some subtle maneuvers that can be performed such as trimming back the cephalic margin of the lower lateral cartilage in the scroll area to slightly narrow and reduce the nasal tip. The only other option would be to narrow the spreader grafts which will be counterproductive to what was accomplished in the last revision. Osteotomies will narrow the nasal bones if they have not been done already.
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It is very difficult to make the nose narrower in light of the fact that the spreader graft is in place. There are some subtle maneuvers that can be performed such as trimming back the cephalic margin of the lower lateral cartilage in the scroll area to slightly narrow and reduce the nasal tip. The only other option would be to narrow the spreader grafts which will be counterproductive to what was accomplished in the last revision. Osteotomies will narrow the nasal bones if they have not been done already.
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May 28, 2015
Answer: Too wide nose after spreader graft
A revision can be done if your nose is too wide after having a spreader graft placed. The graft can be narrowed and replaced. I would caution you not to proceed too soon after your most recent surgery. The nose can evolve and the overlying skin contract quite a bit over time so you want to make sure all the healing is complete.
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Answer: Too wide nose after spreader graft
A revision can be done if your nose is too wide after having a spreader graft placed. The graft can be narrowed and replaced. I would caution you not to proceed too soon after your most recent surgery. The nose can evolve and the overlying skin contract quite a bit over time so you want to make sure all the healing is complete.
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May 27, 2015
Answer: Spreader grafts and nose wideness
The important question is why were spreader grafts placed? I f your septum is straight and your turbinates are not enlarged and there was a valve collapse and the spreaders were placed to improve your airway, you may be compromising your breathing if they are removed. On the other hand, if they were placed because the middle third of your nose was too narrow, they can be trimmed to make the nose more narrow. If the nose is wide because the nasal bones (upper third) are broad, then you might need osteotomies.
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May 27, 2015
Answer: Spreader grafts and nose wideness
The important question is why were spreader grafts placed? I f your septum is straight and your turbinates are not enlarged and there was a valve collapse and the spreaders were placed to improve your airway, you may be compromising your breathing if they are removed. On the other hand, if they were placed because the middle third of your nose was too narrow, they can be trimmed to make the nose more narrow. If the nose is wide because the nasal bones (upper third) are broad, then you might need osteotomies.
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May 28, 2015
Answer: Rhinoplasty
Spreader grafts taken from the nasal septum is about 1mm wide. So you have one on either side this will give a width of 2mm. Do you think it is worth the surgery to remove the spreader graft to decrease the width by 2mm????? If so then YES the spreader graft can be taken out. The sooner after surgery the easier.
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May 28, 2015
Answer: Rhinoplasty
Spreader grafts taken from the nasal septum is about 1mm wide. So you have one on either side this will give a width of 2mm. Do you think it is worth the surgery to remove the spreader graft to decrease the width by 2mm????? If so then YES the spreader graft can be taken out. The sooner after surgery the easier.
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