It’s that time of year again when women everywhere start discussing how they are working on their summer bodies. Thoughts of bikinis, shorts, pool parties, and beach vacations might lead you to think that breast augmentations and liposuction would be the most popular plastic surgeries this time of year, but that’s actually not the case. It might surprise you to know that during the summer months it is rhinoplasty that takes the lead as the most popular surgery.
Why is Rhinoplasty a Popular Summer Procedure?
There are a number of reasons why people choose to schedule a rhinoplasty during the summer. For […]
The purpose of revision rhinoplasty is to correct a previous rhinoplasty surgery. Most people that have had a rhinoplasty are eligible to undergo a revision rhinoplasty. It is essentially the same procedure, but it is done in such a way to resolve an issue. There are a number of reasons to potentially consider a revision rhinoplasty procedure. Some people decide to get the procedure because they are unhappy with the results of the initial surgery, the underlying issue may not have been resolved properly during the first procedure, or the surgery itself may have created another problem altogether. Many people […]
Augmentation of the dorsum (top) of the nose is often part of ethnic rhinoplasty (common in patients of Asian descent).
The best way to augment this area is with natural tissues- either cartilage from the nose or rib or donated rib.
For simplicity, some surgeons will use implant materials such as silicone. Unfortunately these are predisposed to
infection and extrusion (moving and displacement). Because of this most facial plastic surgeons recommend using natural materials.
An augmentation that was done with silastic material or is unsatisfactory can be corrected. This would involve a procedure where the silastic( or other synthetic implants) material would be removed […]
Question:
I am a 35 year old male from Greenwood and have a wide nasal bridge. Am I a good candidate for a finesse rhinoplasty?
Answer:
Rhinoplasty can be used to correct many nasal features, including a wide nasal bridge.
This is typically corrected with precise bony cuts along the lateral side of the nose. Once these are created, the surgeon can narrow the nasal bones and thus narrow the nasal bridge. Determining if you are a good candidate for nasal bridge narrowing and rhinoplasty begins with a consultation with a board certified facial plastic surgeon. Schedule your consultation with Hamilton Facial Plastic Surgery today.
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Patients considering rhinoplasty are often concerned with what the final result will look like. “Does my surgeon understand what I want?” or “Am I being realistic?” are common question from rhinoplasty patients. Of all facial cosmetic procedures, rhinoplasty is the most difficult for surgeons to effectively communicate expected results to their patients.
Video imaging has helped all of that. Using specialized software, surgeons can use a patient’s image and create an expected post surgery result. Side views, which patients do not often fully appreciate, can be viewed. Side by side before and after comparisons can be viewed by both the surgeon […]
Question:
The tip of my nose is too round. Can this be corrected with rhinoplasty?
Answer:
Patients often feel the tip of their nose is too large or round. This can be corrected during rhinoplasty with a variety of techniques. Cartilage removal techniques can decrease the size of the lower nasal cartilages decreasing the size of the nasal tip. Suturing techniques can be used to narrow and refine the nasal cartilages as well. With healing, these sutures provide a permanent change in the appearance of the nasal tip. Patients with thicker skin may require more aggressive cartilage cutting techniques to get the definition they want. Your […]
Question:
In what ways is septoplasty different from rhinoplasty?
Answer:
A septoplasty is a procedure to straighten the septum inside the nose, correction of this often improves airflow allowing patients to breathe easier.
Rhinoplasty is surgery to alter the outside structure of the nose. It is usually done to improve the aesthetic appearance of the nose, but can also be done to improve breathing. Deciding which or if possibly both procedures are right for you begins with a consultation with a board certified facial plastic surgeon.
Posted by Mark M. Hamilton M.D. FACS
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Question:
What kind of grafts can be used in rhinoplasty?
Answer:
Grafts are often an important part of a rhinoplasty procedure. There are a variety of types ofgraft materials that can be used in rhinoplasty as well as many locations/functions they can serve.
A detailed description is beyond a blog question, but in general grafts are used for support and appearance.Materials used for grafts include nasal septal cartilage, ear cartilage, rib cartilage or synthetic materials.Because of its proximity in the surgical field, I most often use nasal septal cartilage. It provides good strengthand yet is relatively easy to contour. When more material or support […]
Question:
The tip of my nose is tooround, Can this be corrected with rhinoplasty?
Answer:
Patients often feel the tip of their nose is too large or round. This can be corrected during rhinoplasty witha variety of techniques. Cartilage removal techniques can decrease the size of the lower nasal cartilages decreasing the size of the nasal tip. Suturing techniques can be used to narrow and refine the nasal cartilages as well. With healing, these sutures provide a permanent change in the appearance of the nasal tip. Patients with thicker skin may require more aggressive cartilage cutting techniques to get the definition they want. Your nasal surgeon […]
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Can a deviated septum be fixed during rhinoplasty surgery and how is this achieved?
Answer:
Absolutely- A great time to correct breathing and other functional nose problems is at the same time as rhinoplasty. First off, the surgeon is working in the same area- some of the same incisions may be used. Many facial plastic surgeons use cartilage from the septum anyway during rhinoplasty. Doing so adds little to the procedure or the recovery. Second, if the septoplasty is covered by insurance, this can help defray the cosmetic costs. Rhinoplasty and septoplasty are often combined for many good reasons. Meeting with Dr. […]
