While the majority of rhinoplasty procedures performed by plastic surgeons are successful, some patients require a second operation to correct complications or unsatisfying results. The intricate nature of this procedure, commonly known as revision rhinoplasty, was a topic of discussion last weekend during the annual meeting of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
During the meeting, a panel of plastic surgeons held two discussions on the topic, covering aspects such as:
- Correcting a short or crooked nose
- Using grafts or sutures to shape the nasal tip
- Alternative treatment methods
- Treating nasal, nostril and alar base deformities
- Correction of suboptimal rhinoplasty results
Read more about these panel discussions on www.surgery.org
As you grow older, the underlying bone structure of your face may change and affect your appearance. According to studies published in 
grafts during rhinoplasty and found that the technique was “well-tolerated” and “yields superb results.”
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