Revision rhinoplasty is a plastic surgery procedure which rebuilds and reshapes deformities of the nose that have resulted from a previous rhinoplasty surgery. It may also be referred to as secondary or tertiary rhinoplasty. Revision rhinoplasty is a highly customized and individualized surgery. Good candidates include healthy men and women who are unhappy with the current appearance of their nose following a previous rhinoplasty surgery and are seeking an improvement.
Dr. Schwartz performs revision rhinoplasty in an outpatient surgical center. IV sedation or general anesthesia may be used and the surgery takes about three hours to complete. Incisions are typically made on the inside of the nose. While the exact nature of the surgery will depend upon the particular individual and the problem, the desired shape may be achieved by repositioning cartilage or replacing missing structures. In some cases, grafts may be required from another area of the body, such as the cartilage of the ear.
Recovery after revision rhinoplasty takes about one week. There tends to be less bruising, swelling, and pain than after primary rhinoplasty procedures. The stitches are removed in about five to seven days. Patients can usually return to work in about a week, though more strenuous activities should be avoided for about two weeks.
Q - What is revision rhinoplasty?
Revision rhinoplasty, also referred to as secondary and tertiary rhinoplasty, is a plastic surgery procedure which corrects deformities of the nose resulting from a prior rhinoplasty surgery.
Q - Who is a good candidate for revision rhinoplasty?
Healthy men and women who are looking to improve the appearance and/or function of the nose after a prior rhinoplasty surgery may be good candidates for revision rhinoplasty.
Q - What happens at a consultation for revision rhinoplasty?
During the consultation with Dr. Schwartz you will discuss what you dislike about your nose and what you want to achieve through surgery. Your nose will be examined, a thorough medical history taken, and your options discussed. All details of the revision rhinoplasty procedure will be explained and any questions or concerns that you may have will be addressed. Because revision rhinoplasty is a highly customized and individualized surgery, the consultation is very important.
Q - Where does the revision rhinoplasty procedure take place?
Dr. Schwartz performs revision rhinoplasty at an outpatient surgery center.
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