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Based on the photographs and my knowledge of Dr. T's approach, I would suspect that the rib cartilage graft was the tissue used.
Nasal reconstruction with grafts for pinched tip and short nose are usually from the ear and have both skin and cartilage. This consists of alar and septal extension grafts etc. See an experienced revision rhinoplasty surgeon.
Although it is exactly hard to tell with certainty, as there are many ways to solve a collapsed tip, and the particular choice will be based on the surgeon's expertise, it appears that lateral crural strut grafts were used for the creases, and a caudal septal extension graft for elongation. The required strength for these would come from either septum, if available, and if not rib cartilage. Ear cartilage would not have the required strength, and or shape.
Dean Toriumi uses the patient's own rib cartilage to augment the nose. He does get a great result. He used a dorsal graft, spreader grafts, and battens at least. He does not use synthetic grafts.
In the vast majority of cases, we try to use the patients own tissue for reconstruction. Most likely, ear cartilage was used to correct the pinched tip, and cartilage from the septum for the bridge. Consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon for an in person exam to discuss your concerns. Best wishes!
Alar creases after rhinoplasty are corrected with ear or septal cartilage grafts. This will "in pinch" your pinched tip.
This question is probably best addressed in person. However, if you are having to pull on your cheeks or elevate your nostrils in order to improve your breathing, then it is likely that you still have at least some degree of nasal airway collapse or valve obstruction. I would discuss this with...
It's defintely possible that it's due to a internal nasal valve collapse. However there are several other reasons for depressions and dents. It really depends where it is to determine how to fix it. It can be due to concave cartilaginous or bony structures, small irregularities in the soft...
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