After undergoing a primary nose job, a revision of a previous nose job is necessary. Often, patients are not satisfied with the initial results and want to make additional changes to their nose. Another reason that patients may need to have their nose reshaped is a problem with breathing. This can happen if there was an accident or small obstruction in the primary surgery. The patient's overall health and cosmetic preferences will determine the outcome of a revision. Consider these factors before scheduling a revision on a previously done nose job.
Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty, a name that refers to the plastic surgery procedure of altering and reconstructing the nose, is common. Although there are many different types of rhinoplasty, the majority of people refer it to as a nose job. Revision rhinoplasty is the most popular type of rhinoplasty. It can be done on children as well as adults. Rhinoplasty can be a good option for those who have difficulty with their nose breathing or are unhappy about their appearance.
Excision of the nasal hump
Nasal hump excision is performed to remove the nasal hump and create a straight nose. The hump includes the cartilage and bone just above the scalloped grey line. The Jie Pou Dao cuts the cartilage portion to form the hump. To remove the nasal hump bulk, the surgeon uses an osteotome. The bone-scraping rasps below are used to create the bone flap.
Paramedian forehead flap
The paramedian forehead fold is a type or interpolated flap for facial reconstruction. It can be used to correct large facial defects. This type of nose job is often used to correct large deformities such as the cleft lip and cleft palate. This procedure is ideal for patients who smoke, or have other medical conditions that can prevent the donor site from healing. This procedure will leave a scar at the donor site, but is less invasive than other types of surgery.
Rhinoplasty costs
Although rhinoplasty is relatively affordable, it can still be expensive if you choose a well-known surgeon. A surgeon with a high profile reputation will charge more for the procedure that a surgeon without one. In order to avoid this, it's recommended that you research a surgeon's credentials and check out patient feedback. Although the surgeon's experience and qualifications will determine the cost of rhinoplasty, there are other factors to consider.
Recovery time after rhinoplasty
The extent of the surgery, patient's condition, and recovery time are all factors that affect the length of recovery. The average person will experience pain and swelling in the affected area for between two to six weeks after surgery. The swelling should diminish by the third day, and patients will be able return to work. The pain following rhinoplasty can last from one to three month, but in certain cases it can last upto a year.