After undergoing a primary procedure, a revision to an earlier nose job is required. Sometimes, patients aren't happy with the initial results and desire to make more changes to their nose. A common reason to have a revision is a difficulty breathing. This might be due to an injury or small obstruction suffered during the primary surgery. The outcome of a revision depends on the patient’s health and cosmetic preferences. Here are some things to remember before you schedule a revision for a previous nose job.
Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty, a name that refers to the plastic surgery procedure of altering and reconstructing the nose, is common. There are many types of rhinoplasty. However, most people refer to it simply 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 option if your nose is swollen or you have difficulty breathing.
Excision of the nasal hump
The nasal hump is removed to create a straight nose. The hump includes the cartilage and bone just above the scalloped grey line. The Jie Pou Dao is used to cut the cartilage part of the hump. To remove the nasal bulk, the surgeon uses an Ostotome. Bone-scraping rasps are used to sculpt the bone flap and the cartilage below.
Paramedian forehead flap
Paramedian forehead flaps are a type interpolated flap that is used in facial reconstruction to correct large deformities. This type of nose job can often be used to correct large defects such as the cleft palate and cleft lip. 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 scarring at donor site but is less invasive that other types.
Cost of Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty can be quite affordable but can be costly if performed by a prominent surgeon. A surgeon with a high profile reputation will charge more for the procedure that a surgeon without one. To avoid this, you should research the credentials of a surgeon and read patient reviews. Although the surgeon's experience and qualifications will determine the cost of rhinoplasty, there are other factors to consider.
Recovery time following rhinoplasty
The amount of work required, extent of the procedure and patient's health will all impact the time taken to recover from rhinoplasty. The average person will experience pain and swelling in the affected area for between two to six weeks after surgery. After this period, the swelling should recede and patients can return back to work the third day. The pain following rhinoplasty can last from one to three month, but in certain cases it can last upto a year.