REVISION SURGERY
Revision Eye and Nose Surgery
Revision Rhinoplasty:
Pinpointing the exact cause of the problem
is the right first step.
Treatment Guide
Revision Rhinoplasty · Revision Eye Surgery
Chief Director Jegal Jeong-jae
Dr. Jegal Jung Jae
FOURSEASONS · PLASTIC · SURGERY
#Doctor's SAY
The nose is one of the areas where internal structure greatly affects outward appearance.
For this reason, if the internal structure of the nose is not properly corrected, complications can recur even after revision rhinoplasty.
It is best to have surgery with a medical team that understands the anatomical structure of the nose well.
When Revision Rhinoplasty
Is Needed
The most common reasons for revision rhinoplasty are complications of cosmetic surgery, such as inflammation and structural deformity, and dissatisfaction with conditions that arise after surgery.
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Why Revision Rhinoplasty Is Difficult
Because of a failed first nose surgery, patients often feel a strong distrust of doctors and are frequently doubtful.
Compared with first-time patients, earning the patient's trust and understanding is
what makes revision rhinoplasty difficult.
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Tissue Damage
The nose has tissue damage from past surgery. The cartilage that supports the nose may be damaged, but more often the skin has become thinner because of the implant.
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Wound Healing
Wound healing at the surgical site can be slow. Scar tissue formed after the first surgery makes the procedure more difficult, and reduced blood circulation during recovery is the reason.
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Accurate Analysis
Implants were often used in the first surgery, and in these cases an accurate analysis of the nose is difficult.
Revision Consultation
The Right Timing
for Revision Rhinoplasty
After 6 Months
In general, the best time for revision rhinoplasty is 6 months or more after surgery, once the tissue at the surgical site has softened. For augmentation rhinoplasty to raise the nasal bridge, revision is possible even within 3 months of surgery.
After Inflammation Subsides
If inflammation develops, it is best to remove the implant first, confirm that the inflammation has completely subsided, and then perform the revision surgery.
After Careful Consideration
Because tissue damage is greater than in the first surgery, it is best to decide only after careful consideration. Overly aggressive correction may lead to yet another revision, so it is wise to make a careful decision with safety in mind.
In Revision Rhinoplasty,
What Matters Most
Having revision rhinoplasty does not automatically mean a better result. Because revision surgery is far more difficult than primary surgery, it is hard to achieve a result you are truly satisfied with unless the decision is made carefully. To minimize dissatisfaction after revision rhinoplasty, a careful 'plan' before surgery is essential.
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Patients should talk thoroughly about their previous surgical history and the areas they want to improve.
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The doctor must listen carefully to the patient and be able to make an accurate diagnosis.
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The doctor must share a realistic, reasonable goal with the patient and establish a precise surgical plan.
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The decision on whether to have surgery should be made not by the doctor, but by the patient through their own careful judgment.
Choosing autologous tissue for a safe result
Materials Used in Revision Rhinoplasty
When an implant has caused problems, autologous tissue can be used in its place for revision surgery. Because it is your own tissue, it feels less foreign and more natural, and the likelihood of side effects can be kept to a minimum.
However, autologous tissue must be harvested in addition to the revision rhinoplasty itself, so the surgery time may be longer.
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The most efficient material for rhinoplasty. It is flat and free of curves, making it the best material for shaping the nasal tip and columella.
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Ear cartilage has soft, elastic properties and is well suited to reinforcing the shape of the nasal tip. (When ear cartilage was not used in a previous surgery)
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A large amount of rib cartilage can be harvested, and it is firm and strong, making it a good option when septal cartilage is insufficient.
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A suitable material for thin skin. Although 15~30% may be absorbed, it feels less foreign and allows a natural shape.
Revision Surgery
Consultation Guide
Revision rhinoplasty involves many possible scenarios, and surgical methods differ greatly. It is best to set a realistic goal and decide only after talking at length with a board-certified plastic surgeon about the surgical method and the expected results.
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