What to Consider for a Careful Decision About Nose Revision Surgery

Among facial areas, the nose is located at the center,

so it is responsible for the overall impression and three-dimensional balance.

If there are problems such as a bridge that is too low,

a tip that is overly upturned,

or wide nostrils that make the nose look spread out,

many people improve these issues through rhinoplasty.

However, nose surgery is also one of the cosmetic procedures

with a high revision rate.

Because the nose is an organ that handles breathing,

it has a complex, three-dimensional structure,

and when artificial implants such as silicone are used,

the body may recognize them as foreign substances and

trigger an inflammatory response.

Therefore, if you are someone who fears nose revision surgery before having nose surgery and needs information,

or if you have already had nose surgery and are considering revision because of various problems,

please look into why nose revision surgery is performed,

the characteristics of the procedure,

and precautions to keep in mind.

Causes of Nose Revision Surgery

Nose revision surgery may be decided for various reasons.

First, there can be implant-related problems,

such as the position of an implant inserted into the bridge or tip of the nose becoming distorted and noticeable,

or asymmetry in the bridge or tip becoming apparent.

In addition, many people decide to undergo revision because an overly high bridge or tip,

without considering their facial shape or overall harmony,

can create an unnatural and awkward appearance.

However, the most undesirable issue is inflammation and contracture caused by side effects from artificial implants.

In such cases, ongoing inflammation treatment and nose revision surgery are not only unavoidable,

but the distorted shape of the nose and functional discomfort can also cause significant stress.

What is the secret behind DR. Baek In-su performing the 9th revision surgery on a patient who had nose revision surgery 8 times?

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Candidates for Nose Revision Surgery

As above, nose revision surgery may be chosen for a variety of reasons,

and above all, to succeed on the first attempt,

it is important to properly identify the cause of failure from the first surgery

and apply customized treatment and revision methods accordingly.

If the shape of the nose changes after surgery,

if you want improvement because you do not like the shape,

if the skin is thin and the implant shows through,

or if problems such as contracture due to inflammation occur,

revision surgery may be considered in various cases.

In particular, if symptoms of a contractured nose appear, such as the nose becoming stiff and shortened,

it is better to visit the clinic as soon as possible

and receive a consultation.

How Nose Revision Surgery Is Performed

To perform nose revision surgery, implant removal surgery is first necessary.

By carefully examining the condition of the nose using equipment such as endoscopy or CT,

individual problems are identified,

and then a surgical plan to resolve them must be established.

After removing the implant, nose revision surgery can improve the unsatisfactory shape or function.

If the scar tissue or inflamed tissue caused by the previous surgery is thoroughly removed,

and the nose is reconstructed into the desired shape using autologous tissue,

the risk of side effects can be reduced.

Should I get nose revision surgery too?

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What Matters Most When Removing a Nose Implant?

When removing an implant before nose revision surgery,

it is especially important to first check the condition of the implanted material,

clearly understand the characteristics according to the type of implant,

and meet medical staff who have the skill to properly remove inflamed tissue and the scar tissue that developed as a result.

If you feel discomfort because of an implant inserted into the nose,

if it feels like the implant is moving,

or if the skin or soft tissue has been damaged,

causing redness, or in severe cases, the implant to protrude through the skin,

then the nasal implant should be removed quickly.

In addition, even if you are simply worried that the implant inserted into the nose may eventually cause problems,

it is better to have the problematic factors removed through surgery.

Also, when removing an implant, if the surrounding tissue is removed excessively,

normal tissue can also be damaged, and the surrounding tissue may sink,

which can cause other problems later.

Therefore, only the problematic implant and the inflamed area must be delicately distinguished and removed,

and it is also important to design the procedure so that scarring from the incision range is minimized.

To Succeed at the Difficult

'Contracted Nose Revision Surgery'

As mentioned earlier, a contracted nose refers to a condition in which inflammation caused by artificial implants worsens,

and changes in the implant capsule make the nose red and stiff.

As the nose becomes shorter and turns upward,

it often looks like an upturned nose,

and if the implant appears bent or the nostrils have become asymmetrical,

these may also be symptoms of a contracted nose,

so it is better not to miss the timing for revision surgery

through an accurate examination.

A contracted nose is known as the most difficult of nose revision surgeries.

The reason is that the contracture must be firmly released,

and the soft tissue must be carefully reconstructed so that the same problem does not recur after surgery.

Therefore, if you want to complete revision surgery in just one operation,

it is better to carefully look into contracted nose surgery at a clinic that is good at nose revision surgery.

Contracted nose revision surgery can be performed after waiting until the tissue stabilizes following the previous surgery,

and can begin at least 6 months later.

Various cartilage materials must be used to extend and lower the shortened, upturned nasal tip.

Therefore, the key is to wisely choose the autologous tissue material that is right for you.

Autologous tissue includes ear cartilage, septal cartilage,

and costal cartilage, while autologous dermis or fascia can also be excellent materials for nose revision surgery.

In particular, costal cartilage can provide a sufficient amount compared with other cartilage,

so it can be used to reconstruct the shape in cases where the nasal bridge is severely sunken

or the contracture is severe.

Autologous tissue vs. silicone in nose revision surgery

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Why You Should Consider Autologous Dermis for Nose Revision Surgery!

Among the various autologous tissue materials,

autologous dermis is a good material to use when the skin is very thin!

If you decided on nose revision surgery because of problems caused by artificial implants such as silicone,

rather than using artificial implants again,

revision surgery using autologous dermis is preferable.

Because autologous dermis is your own tissue,

it does not cause a foreign-body reaction compared with artificial materials,

so you can feel reassured even after surgery.

In addition, autologous dermis has a high take rate and excellent elasticity,

and is a material that can produce natural results that do not clearly look like cosmetic surgery rather than a flashy appearance,

which also makes it a popular option.

When performing nose revision surgery using autologous dermis,

the necessary amount is harvested from areas with abundant dermis,

such as the buttocks or thighs.

If several layers of dermis are compressed and used,

absorption can be prevented,

so if you are worried about thin skin,

consider using autologous dermis.

Garnet Plastic Surgery's Nose Revision Surgery!

To avoid experiencing failure again after nose revision surgery,

you must decide and proceed carefully.

You need to meet medical staff with extensive experience who can identify and solve the problems from the first surgery,

and who can find the materials and design that suit you.

Also, it is a good idea to check in advance whether the clinic thoroughly monitors for side effects such as inflammation

and whether it carefully checks for symptoms of a contracted nose through a post-surgery management program.

Since even small changes in bridge height, a curved line, the position of the nasal tip,

or the thickness of the nostrils and the width of the nostril openings can affect the overall mood of the face,

you should definitely look into the surgeon's reviews and style.

Garnet Plastic Surgery does its best to create a nose line that is just right for each individual and well balanced

through 1:1 consultations,

with the goal of providing a high level of satisfaction.

In addition, because revision surgery is affected greatly by anxiety about failure and stress,

careful consultations that can understand each patient's feelings are also important.

To avoid unsatisfactory results due to being pressed by an unreasonable surgery and consultation schedule,

our clinic performs surgery on only two patients a day.

If you would like a more relaxed consultation,

please make a reservation in advance before visiting.

Cases of revision surgery due to side effects after rhinoplasty,

such as contracted nose and implant visibility,

can be checked through the video.

▼ Check the actual nose revision surgery cases in the video ▼

Director Baek In-su of Garnet Plastic Surgery

has extensive nose revision surgery experience,

based on his long experience working as the chief director of a large plastic surgery clinic.

As a board-certified plastic surgeon,

he carefully performs surgery using individualized facial proportions,

a harmonious design, and autologous tissue materials.

In addition, before nose revision surgery,

he uses low-dose 3D CT with a low radiation dose to carefully understand the current condition

and then establishes a customized surgical plan,

which provides greater reassurance.

Our clinic is located a 5-minute walk from Exit 3 of Apgujeong Station.

Please refer to the location and consultation hours before visiting!