Types of Nasal Implant Removal to Know Before Revision Rhinoplasty | VN Plastic Surgery

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Today, we have prepared information about implant removal that anyone considering revision rhinoplasty should take the time to understand.

When people first decide to undergo rhinoplasty, they generally focus only on achieving an attractive nose shape. However, as time passes, more people than expected begin considering implant removal for various reasons.

In today’s post, we will explain step by step the situations in which removal may be considered and how the procedure is actually performed.

First, let’s look at the most common reasons people consider implant removal.

The most common case is dissatisfaction with the appearance—the initial surgical result does not meet the patient’s expectations.

This includes cases in which the result was satisfactory immediately after surgery, but the nasal line later appears unnatural as the face changes or as the person ages.

In particular, some people begin to hear that the bridge of their nose looks especially artificial for this reason.

The second situation is when the silicone appears to be deviated or visible beneath the skin.

Especially when the skin is thin, the outline of the silicone may become increasingly visible along the nasal bridge over time. The way it reflects light may also lead people to consider nasal implant removal.

In these cases, the issue may go beyond a purely cosmetic concern and lead to psychological discomfort as well.

The third situation is contracture or inflammation.

When the body recognizes the implant as a foreign object, the nose may gradually become lifted. If inflammation caused by infection recurs, implant removal is often unavoidable.

As contracture progresses, the nasal tip may become shorter or the nostrils may become noticeably exposed. If you notice these symptoms, it is advisable not to postpone an examination of your condition.

Finally, even without particular pain or visible external changes, many people seek silicone removal because of persistent feelings of a foreign object and anxiety about having something inside the nose.

How is implant removal actually performed?

At VN Plastic Surgery, we precisely analyze the condition of the nose, the presence or absence of contracture, skin thickness, elasticity, and other aspects of the skin based on the patient’s CT images before performing customized removal according to the individual case.

The process is not simply about removing what was inserted. It is more important to plan together how the nose will settle into shape after removal.

Even with the same silicone implant, the surgical approach can vary considerably depending on the duration of implantation, its location, and the degree of adhesion to the surrounding tissue. The analysis of the inside of the nose before surgery can therefore be considered a step that determines the overall direction of the procedure.

Implant removal surgery is divided into different types.

The reason the shape of the nose differs after removal surgery is that, even though the procedures are all referred to as implant removal, the actual surgical difficulty and recovery process vary.

Ultimately, the reasons for classifying the procedures are the “level of difficulty” and the “shape of the nose after removal.”

Simply removing the implant without further consideration may cause the nasal tip to collapse or weaken its support, and the nose may return to its original preoperative shape.

Therefore, planning in advance how to reinforce the supporting structures at the same time as removal is essential for safe nasal implant removal.

For this reason, it is necessary to sufficiently assess the condition of the tissue during the consultation for revision rhinoplasty and implant removal.

At VN Plastic Surgery, nasal implant removal procedures are performed directly by Director Oh Seung-il.

With a deep understanding of nasal anatomy and extensive experience with various removal procedures, the clinic carefully considers the natural nasal line after removal when performing surgery.

Rather than simply removing a foreign object, the goal is to help each patient regain an attractive and natural-looking nose by considering their individual tissue condition and facial proportions.

The cost of implant removal varies depending on whether it involves simple removal or requires reconstruction as well. For the most accurate information, it is best to receive guidance through a customized consultation after an accurate diagnosis.

Even when the visible symptoms appear similar, the extent of surgery required can differ depending on the condition of the tissue. We recommend consulting a medical professional to determine which method is appropriate for you and to confirm the cost.

If you are currently concerned about the condition of your nose, we hope you can find the most suitable approach together with VN Plastic Surgery.

Thank you for reading this lengthy post to the end.