FIND OUT HOW A REVISION RHINOPLASTY COULD CHANGE YOUR LIFE
FIND OUT HOW A REVISION RHINOPLASTY COULD CHANGE YOUR LIFE
What to Expect from a Revision Rhinoplasty
It is common to see patients who have had one, or several, rhinoplasties before and remain unhappy with the appearance of their nose. For these patients we will take a detailed history of the surgery they have had previously, and the parts of their nose they remain unhappy with.
A detailed revision plan is made which usually involves an open rhinoplasty with a number of adjustments made to the different parts of the nose.
One or more cartilage grafts are commonly used to correct residual deformities, which may be obtained from spare tissue removed from the nose, or harvested elsewhere eg from the rib if insufficient spare cartilage remains in the nose.
The recovery process is similar to a primary rhinoplasty.
REVISION RHINOPLASTY FAQs
WHAT IS DISCUSSED IN A REVISION RHINOPLASTY CONSULTATION?
During your revision rhinoplasty consultation, we will take a detailed history of the surgery they have had previously, and the parts of their nose they remain unhappy with.
A number of detailed measurements of the nose and face, and photographs are taken. A recommended plan for surgery is then discussed with the patient. The patient is usually seen over several consultations to discuss the different aspects of the procedure ahead of surgery taking place.
Smoking and Nicotine must be avoided for at least a month before and after surgery to maintain adequate blood supply to the nasal tissues for safe healing. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should also be avoided for 2 weeks before and after surgery. Arnica can be used for a week before and 2 weeks after surgery to minimise swelling.
WHAT DOES REVISION RHINOPLASTY RECOVERY INVOLVE?
The surgery is performed under general anaesthetic either as a day case or with a stay overnight. The pack is removed the following day, a small number of stitches removed at day 5-7 and the plaster removed at day 7-10.
At this stage the new shape of the nose is visible but there is some swelling, and bruising in some cases. Steristrips are applied for a further 4-5 days to help this settle quicker. Patients should allow 2 weeks away from work and social activities for this procedure.
By 4-6 weeks the swelling is much more settled, but the final result of the rhinoplasty is not usually apparent for at least 9 months until the swelling around the tip has fully settled.
WHAT DOWNTIME CAN I EXPECT AFTER A REVISION RHINOPLASTY?
After the procedure a nasal splint will need to be worn for around seven to ten days.
There will also be some swelling which should disappear after a few weeks. It’s worth noting that swelling around the tip could take a few months to go down and for the final full results to be evident.
WHAT CAN A REVISION RHINOPLASTY ACHIEVE
WHAT CAN A REVISION RHINOPLASTY
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AWARD-WINNING COSMETIC SURGEON
Paul Tulley is an award-winning Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgeon practising in London and the South East. His main areas of interest are surgery for facial palsy (facial reanimation), breast reconstruction and all areas of cosmetic surgery. These include facial rejuvenation, rhinoplasty, cosmetic breast surgery, liposuction and body contouring procedures.
He is a member of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
AWARD-WINNING COSMETIC SURGEON
Paul Tulley is an award-winning Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgeon practising in London and the South East. His main areas of interest are surgery for facial palsy (facial reanimation), breast reconstruction and all areas of cosmetic surgery. These include facial rejuvenation, rhinoplasty, cosmetic breast surgery, liposuction and body contouring procedures.
He is a member of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).