After undergoing a primary procedure, a revision to an earlier nose job is required. Patients often want to make changes to their noses after they aren't satisfied with the results. A revision may also be necessary if the patient has a breathing problem. This could have been caused by an accident or small obstruction that occurred during primary surgery. The outcome of a revision depends on the patient’s health and cosmetic preferences. Before scheduling a revision of an anterior nose job, here are some considerations.
Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty can be described as a cosmetic surgery procedure that alters or reconstructs the nose. Although there are many types and styles of rhinoplasty available, many people refer primarily to it as "a nose job". While it can be performed on both children and adults, the most common type of the surgery is the revision rhinoplasty. Rhinoplasty is a great choice for anyone who has difficulty breathing or is unhappy with their appearance.
Excision of the nasal hump
Nasal hump excision is performed to remove the nasal hump and create a straight nose. The hump is composed of the cartilage, bone and above the scalloped-grey line. With a Jie Pou Dao, the surgeon removes the cartilage portion from the hump. An osteotome is used to remove the bulky nasal hump. Bone-scraping rasps are used to sculpt the bone flap and the cartilage below.
Paramedian forehead flap
Paramedian forehead flap is a type and interpolated flap which can be used in facial reconstructive surgery to correct large defects. This type is used to correct large deformities like the cleft palate or cleft lip. Patients who smoke or have other conditions that prevent the donor area from healing can choose this method. The procedure leaves a small scar at the donor's site but it is less invasive than most other types of surgery.
Cost of Rhinoplasty
Though rhinoplasty costs can be very affordable it can still be very expensive if the surgeon is well-known. The procedure will be more expensive if the surgeon is well-known than one who has a poor reputation. This is why it is important to do your research on the surgeon's credentials as well as read reviews from patients. The cost of rhinoplasty surgery depends on the surgeon's experience as well as their credentials. However, there are many other things you can consider.
Recovery time following Rhinoplasty
Recovery time for rhinoplasty is dependent on how extensive the work was done and the patient's overall health. Two to six days can be expected to feel some swelling and pain after rhinoplasty. After this period, the swelling should recede and patients can return back to work the third day. The pain after rhinoplasty can last anywhere from one to three months, but in some cases, it can be as long as a year.