Are rhinoplasty revisions common?
The national average for procedures that require revision rhinoplasty is approximately 15%, where ours is less than 5%. This means every year about 36,500 patients undergo corrective rhinoplasty. Many people are surprised at how common revision rhinoplasty really is.
How many times can you have revision rhinoplasty?
While there is no limit to how many revision surgeries can be safely performed, each procedure does come with a new set of risks and challenges. Learn more by scheduling a revision rhinoplasty consultation at DeRosa Center Facial Plastic Surgery & Med Spa.
How long should I wait for revision rhinoplasty?
Some patients are initially unsatisfied with their rhinoplasty, but ultimately find that they love their new nose once it has fully healed. For these reasons, patients are generally encouraged to wait at 12 months after rhinoplasty before considering a second surgery.
Does revision rhinoplasty take longer to heal?
In addition to increased complexity, revision rhinoplasty requires more time. The procedure itself can take much longer than the original procedure. The recovery time is also typically longer because tissues that have already been altered and formed scar tissue will need more time to heal again.
Should I go to the same doctor for revision rhinoplasty?
Answer: Same Surgeon for Revision Rhinoplasty If your surgeon is an experienced rhinoplasty specialist they can do the revision. You can get a second opinion from another surgeon if you have doubts.
How do you know if you need revision rhinoplasty?
If too much cartilage is removed without establishing proper support, the internal structure of the nose can be obstructed and block the airways. Whether your concern is of a functional or cosmetic nature, you may be a candidate for revision rhinoplasty if you are dissatisfied with your nose after a previous procedure.
Why is revision rhinoplasty so difficult?
A revision rhinoplasty is more difficult than primary rhinoplasty surgery for many reasons. The most important reason is that the anatomy inside the nose has already been altered during the first nose surgery (primary rhinoplasty).
How do I know if I need a revision rhinoplasty?
Can I have revision rhinoplasty after 3 months?
#1 Thing You MUST Do Before Revision Rhinoplasty: Wait Typically, the wait is 12 months. During that time, your nose will continue to change, dramatically at first and then more gradually.
Can you get a nose job twice?
There is no set number for how many revision rhinoplasties one person can get. However, there is a finite amount that you can get effectively. Each additional nose job comes with additional complications. Once there are too many complications, the risks increase.
Is swelling worse with revision rhinoplasty?
Revision rhinoplasties are far more complicated and can require a slightly more intensive recovery process with a little more swelling than the first surgery.
Is revision rhinoplasty more painful?
Many patients report that their revision rhinoplasty is not particularly painful and offers a more expedient recovery timeline when compared to their primary rhinoplasty. A revision rhinoplasty may yield less bruising depending upon the amount of bone work to be done.