Three-Month Review After Revision Rhinoplasty for a Saddle Nose
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Before / 3M post-op
I am now approaching the three-month mark after revision rhinoplasty for a saddle nose.
Compared with the earlier stages of recovery, both the swelling and the overall texture of my nose have improved noticeably.
The nasal tip still looks slightly elevated at this point, but overall, I am very satisfied with how the recovery is progressing.
Since I am currently living in Australia, I have not been able to return to the clinic for an in-person follow-up appointment.
Even so, I have been feeling increasingly satisfied with the result as each day passes.
I also feel that choosing not to proceed with the cartilage injection was the right decision for me.
For now, I plan to continue being careful and avoid any trauma to my nose while allowing it more time to heal.
For my revision, autologous rib cartilage was used to reconstruct the nasal septum and support the nasal tip.
I was also told that a thin layer of autologous rib cartilage together with some fascia was used to reinforce the nasal bridge.
I was advised that when rib cartilage is placed in a relatively thin layer, there can sometimes be a possibility of minor contour irregularities along the bridge.
So far, I am simply hoping that the bridge continues to settle smoothly without any noticeable unevenness.
I have no regrets about undergoing revision rhinoplasty with Dr. Hyunju Kim.
Friends and acquaintances have also asked me where I would recommend for rhinoplasty, and based on my own experience, I have been confidently recommending RU Plastic Surgery.
At nearly three months postoperatively, I am very pleased with the progress and am looking forward to seeing how the nasal tip and bridge continue to settle over time.
