Revision rhinoplasty

El Dr. Edgar Santos atiende a muchas personas que se han sometido a una rinoplastía o “cirugía de nariz” insatisfactoria. Personas de todo México, EE. UU. y Canadá acuden al Dr. Santos para una cirugía de rinoplastía de revisión debido a sus habilidades con este complejo y meticuloso procedimiento.

El Dr. Edgar Santos, certificado por la junta en otorrinolaringología (cirugía de cabeza y cuello) y especializado en cirugía plástica facial, comprende que la cirugía de revisión de la nariz suele ser más complicada que una rinoplastía primaria y requiere capacitación especializada y un conjunto único de habilidades.

El Dr. Santos está bien capacitado en el arte de la rinoplastía de revisión y encuentra una satisfacción excepcional al ayudar a estos pacientes a lograr los resultados que desean.

Elements to consider

Revision rhinoplasty is often more complicated than primary rhinoplasty due to the presence of scar tissue and possibly a lack of remaining cartilage or bone.

During your consultation with Dr. Edgar Santos, he performs a careful physical examination of your nose to help you plan your
surgical process.

Dr. Santos takes photographs of your nose with a magnifying lens and a 3-D camera and may also request images of your nose prior to surgery.

Dr. Santos discusses your goals with you and helps you understand what is possible. Like primary rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty can correct the most common aesthetic and functional complaints related to the nose, including:

• Asymmetry
• A bulbous or irregular tip.
• Unwanted hump or bump
• Decreased respiratory function

Above all, Dr. Santos believes that the best way to create a positive outcome is by listening to you. He knows that your time is just as valuable as his and his goal is to ensure that patients never feel rushed.

About Revision Rhinoplasty

Dr. Edgar Santos performs your revision rhinoplasty while you are under general anesthesia. He begins by making an incision, usually along the strip of skin between your nostrils.

Dr. Santos then removes, repositions, or sculpts the underlying bone, cartilage, and other tissue to your desired specifications. You may need to use ear or rib cartilage to strengthen the structure of your nose, which has been weakened by previous surgery.

Dr. Santos carefully measures your nose and assesses its symmetry before closing the incisions.

Revision rhinoplasty is a highly precise, customized procedure, and the exact process can vary significantly from patient to patient.
Please note that Dr. Santos will fully review your surgical plan with you prior to surgery so you can be sure of what to expect.

Recovering at home

Recovery after revision rhinoplasty is not significantly different from that after primary rhinoplasty.

You will need a friend or family member to drive you home and stay with you for the rest of the day to help out around the house.

Discomfort, swelling and bruising are typical and can be controlled with prescription medications.

You will see Dr. Santos at your first follow-up appointment the next day and can anticipate returning to work and many other daily activities after about a week.

Long-term results

The results of your revision rhinoplasty are likely to last indefinitely, although keep in mind that your nose evolves with your face as time goes on.

Dr. Santos recommends lifelong follow-up appointments to maintain your results for as long as you desire.

Common questions

Is it possible to have a revision rhinoplasty a second time?

Yes, it is possible, but it is important to understand that achieving the desired results becomes increasingly difficult with each revision procedure. A second revision is a more complicated procedure; it will take longer and be more expensive.

Why is ear cartilage used in revision rhinoplasty?

This allows Dr. Santos to reconstruct the tip or sides of the nostril when there is not enough cartilage left in the nose.

Ear cartilage is natural, soft and flexible, allowing Dr. Santos to easily sculpt it. The cartilage is removed from the back of the ear and the incision is well hidden.

Why is costal cartilage used in revision rhinoplasty?

If long, strong, straight grafts are needed to reconstruct the structure of the nose, Dr. Santos can harvest costal cartilage from a 1-inch incision hidden in a crease in the chest.

This technique is usually reserved for complex review cases.

How long should I wait before having a revision rhinoplasty?

Most plastic surgeons agree that patients should wait at least a year after a previous rhinoplasty before undergoing revision surgery. Residual swelling may take that long to completely resolve.

Additional surgery before the healing process is complete may increase the risk of complications. The decision of whether it is safe to proceed should be made on a case-by-case basis.

Consultation

To plan the possibilities for your new attractive and functional nose, start an online consultation to speak with Dr. Edgar Santos about revision rhinoplasty here in Tijuana, Mexico.

You can also call the office at (619) 798-8099 and one of our staff will schedule your appointment.