Best type of skin for a revision rhinoplasty?

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Hi, my primary rhinoplasty took too much and I'm hopeful for better results for a revision. I am hoping to have cartilage grafting to help reshape/add to my bridge, tip and length. I understand one of the factors is your skin to which I have thin skin, will that work against my hopes? Thank you for your responses.

David M. Kowalczyk, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

Hello there! Thin skin can be helpful for creating definition but also very challenging in terms of hiding any potential imperfections. There are ways to improve the nasal structure and provide camouflage during a revision procedure. Temporalis fascia works very well. This is like a blanket which can be draped over the top of the tip cartilages before closure. It really helps to smooth the skin and thicken it. I wouldn't be discouraged about seeking out a revision just because you have thin skin. Hope this helps and good luck!

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