Q. Is rib cartilage absolutely necessary for revision nose surgery?

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Today, we have prepared an answer to a question many people are curious about regarding nose surgery.

Q. Is rib cartilage absolutely necessary for revision nose surgery?

A. Silicone is mainly used for the bridge of the nose, while cartilage is used for the tip. Among the types of cartilage, septal cartilage, ear cartilage, and rib cartilage are the most commonly used.

When it comes to revision nose surgery, material choice is one of the biggest considerations. In many cases, cartilage was already used in the first surgery. Since septal cartilage is usually considered first in most nose surgeries, it is often unavailable for revision surgery. At this point, what kind of nose shape you want is important. If you are not particularly concerned about overall height, surgery may be possible using ear cartilage. However, if you want revision surgery because you are dissatisfied with the existing height and want more height, rib cartilage, which is a firmer and more abundant material, may be needed for greater elevation.

It is also important to consider why you are thinking about revision surgery. If, during the first surgery, you underwent procedures such as implant removal due to inflammation, the existing cartilage may have become weakened or, in severe cases, may no longer be present. In such cases, it may be a good idea to consider rib cartilage. Even in these cases, if you want a natural-looking height, surgery may be possible with ear cartilage depending on the situation.

In conclusion, rib cartilage is not absolutely required. Depending on what kind of surgery you had during the first operation and what shape you want, various types of cartilage can be considered, so please do not worry too much.

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