This makes it difficult to separate and reposition the remaining cartilage and bones. Using the proper techniques, significant improvement and sometimes dramatic results can be achieved for secondary rhinoplasty patients.
Secondary Rhinoplasty Surgical Goals
Since most secondary rhinoplasty patients have an operated and unnatural looking
nose that does not function properly, Dr Solomon's surgical goal is to produce a nose
that appears natural, functions properly, and is in balance and harmony with other
facial features. To accomplish this, it is necessary to reconstruct and reshape the
supporting framework of cartilage and bone and allow the overlying skin to redrape over
the reconstructed framework to give the nose its new shape.
The patient's wishes in
regard to the type of nose desired are always considered, but there are limiting
factors. Skin texture and thickness, the amount of scar tissue from the previous
surgery and the facial proportions and contour play an important role in what can, and
should, be achieved. There may be different options to each patient and cosmetic facial plastic surgeon, Dr Solomon
will outline the pros and cons of each based on the patients unique situation. |
