I've been reading about how patients who had rhinoplasty done 10 or 20 years ago can later suffer "shrinkage" of the surrounding tissues, which results in a pinched look and breathing difficulties, is this long term risk very common with rhinoplasty? Or are these just cases where too much cartilage was removed?
January 10, 2015
Answer: Long term effects of rhinoplasty This is a great question. However, the answer is not always straightforward. I frequently see patients that have had rhinoplasty that far out with the pinched look and breathing difficulties. The etiology for this problem can range from over-resection of much of the cartilaginous tissues providing support to the nose or the effects of scar contracture. I would say more frequently it is the loss of support from over resection of the tissues that leads to this problem. The goal of a rhinoplasty should be to preserve as much of the support structures to the nose as possible while at the same time creating a refined and harmonious appearance to your face. Keep this in mind when seeking consultation with a rhinoplasty specialist. Good luck.
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January 10, 2015
Answer: Long term effects of rhinoplasty This is a great question. However, the answer is not always straightforward. I frequently see patients that have had rhinoplasty that far out with the pinched look and breathing difficulties. The etiology for this problem can range from over-resection of much of the cartilaginous tissues providing support to the nose or the effects of scar contracture. I would say more frequently it is the loss of support from over resection of the tissues that leads to this problem. The goal of a rhinoplasty should be to preserve as much of the support structures to the nose as possible while at the same time creating a refined and harmonious appearance to your face. Keep this in mind when seeking consultation with a rhinoplasty specialist. Good luck.
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January 12, 2015
Answer: Rhinoplasty The is always swelling after a rhinoplasty which resolves with time.There are also a number of long term changes which develop slowly with time.It really depend what is done at surgery and how the patient heals. A rhinoplasty is difficult to perform and experience is the key. to good results.
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January 12, 2015
Answer: Rhinoplasty The is always swelling after a rhinoplasty which resolves with time.There are also a number of long term changes which develop slowly with time.It really depend what is done at surgery and how the patient heals. A rhinoplasty is difficult to perform and experience is the key. to good results.
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