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Austin Nose Reshaping Specialists

Our surgeons specialize in facial plastic surgery treatments, including facelifts, eyebrow lifts, chin and cheek augmentation, as well as rhinoplasty procedures. Each of our nose-reshaping surgeons at the Buckingham Center for Facial Plastic Surgery has extensive training and experience in completing primary and secondary (revision) rhinoplasty. 

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What Is Revision Rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty has been one of the more popular plastic surgical procedures for many years in the cosmetic surgery industry. This is a favored procedure because it dramatically improves the appearance of the nose and the face. Nose surgery may improve the overall symmetry of the features of the face and can drastically improve the patient’s facial profile. Nevertheless, the rhinoplasty procedure is also one of the most complex plastic surgeries. Therefore, to achieve consistent results, the surgeon you choose must have extensive experience performing nose-reshaping procedures. 

Although unexpected issues can arise during any surgical procedure, selecting an experienced plastic surgeon to perform your rhinoplasty decreases your likelihood of experiencing a complication. However, when a previous rhinoplasty surgery does not meet your expectations, revision rhinoplasty offers a corrective solution to address specific concerns and achieve the desired aesthetic outcome.

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Why Revise a Rhinoplasty

Our surgeons’ rhinoplasty revision rates are very low. However, due to the complexity of nose-reshaping surgery, overall, primary rhinoplasty procedures carry one of the highest revision rates among plastic surgery procedures. Surgical complications or disturbances in the healing process may occur, negatively affecting the expected results. When complications occur, nose-reshaping patients may require a secondary rhinoplasty.

Revision Rhinoplasty Procedure

Revision rhinoplasty is a revision or secondary procedure designed to improve cosmetic or functional complications of the nose occurring from a previous rhinoplasty.

Patients may need revision rhinoplasty in situations such as the following:

  • Under correction: Under correction during the primary rhinoplasty may leave a slight hump or another issue that requires additional changes.
  • Overcorrection: Overcorrection may require the addition of cartilage grafts to augment the nose correctly.
  • Functional Problems: Functional problems like a deviated septum may require septoplasty or other techniques to resolve a breathing problem resulting from a primary rhinoplasty.

Primary rhinoplasty is a complex and technical operation, and subsequent revision rhinoplasty entails new intricacies requiring delicate and exacting techniques. Scar tissue from the first rhinoplasty complicates the secondary procedure. Our surgeons have experience performing both primary and secondary rhinoplasty procedures. During your consultation, the surgeon carefully examines your nose and discusses the details of your revision rhinoplasty. Our digital imaging software helps patients visualize the changes they request.

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What To Expect During The Procedure

A revision rhinoplasty is completed in three to four hours under general anesthesia. During a closed (endonasal) or open surgery, your surgeon can revise the nasal tissue, cartilage, and bones.

The incisions are created internally in the closed rhinoplasty, and the incisions are placed on the underside of the nose (across the columella) as well as internally during an open rhinoplasty.

The techniques used during the surgery will depend on the revisions that are needed. The surgeon begins the operation by creating incisions that separate the skin on the nose to reveal the underlying cartilage and bone. Then, the surgeon creates the desired shape by repositioning bone and cartilage; any overcorrection is addressed with cartilage grafts. These cartilage grafts are created with cartilage from the patient’s nasal septum if it is available and has not been harvested during the primary rhinoplasty.

Oftentimes, a sufficient amount of cartilage is not obtainable from the septum and cartilage may need to be taken from the patient's ear or rib.

After the surgery, the incisions are sutured. Postoperatively, the nose has a small intranasal dressing overnight, but no packing is required. To provide optimal healing and protection, the patient’s nose is covered with a flexible splint.

The Ideal Revision Rhinoplasty Candidate

The ideal revision rhinoplasty patient is in good mental and physical health, has no significant medical problems, and has realistic revision rhinoplasty expectations. Men and women who are currently unsatisfied with the outcome of their primary rhinoplasty may be good candidates for a revision rhinoplasty at Buckingham Center for Facial Plastic Surgery.

Revision Rhinoplasty Cost

Revision rhinoplasty is usually considered a cosmetic procedure, which is not covered by medical health insurance. At times, insurance may cover a portion of the procedure related to breathing as long as that obstruction is not the result of a previous cosmetic procedure. Payment options are available that are designed to fit most budgets. The financial staff at the Buckingham Center in Austin, Texas, is ready to help you achieve the revision rhinoplasty results you desire.

Revision Rhinoplasty Recovery

The revision rhinoplasty stitches and the splint are removed in one week. Bruising, swelling, mild bleeding, and discomfort are common. Pain medication is prescribed as needed.

Patients commonly return to work within one week, depending on the job requirements and type of activity involved. Patients must avoid strenuous activity during the first three weeks and any contact to the nose for six weeks. Light activity may be resumed after the first week. Swelling and bruising will fade in the first few weeks, though minor swelling can last up to a year.

Revision Rhinoplasty Expectations

Rhinoplasty is one of the most popular plastic surgeries because of the excellent cosmetic outcomes that men and women can expect. An experienced surgeon who understands the importance of the surgery and the healing process should complete your revision rhinoplasty. Furthermore, the surgeon must be available, remaining by your side throughout your entire revision rhinoplasty process. Following their revision rhinoplasty with a Buckingham Center surgeon, patients can expect to experience cosmetic and functional improvements; these changes should include the revision goals that you and your surgeon discussed during your consultation.

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Revision Rhinoplasty Consultation

As our surgeon examines your nose, please mention any concerns, frustrations, and health problems that you are experiencing from the primary rhinoplasty. After the surgeon reviews your medical history, the doctor discusses which options will meet your needs. Since our surgeons have provided hundreds and hundreds of rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty patients with beautiful, symmetrical, and functional results at the Buckingham Center, you know you are in good hands. Before and after photos are available, these photos demonstrate our surgeons’ skills in performing revision rhinoplasty procedures.

In addition, our 3-D Vectra digital imaging software can help you visualize and adjust your proposed after-surgery profile and facial symmetry. Your nose may require adjustments to improve breathing or to correct an over- or under-correction from your prior rhinoplasty. Your surgeon walks you through the planning process and helps you find a solution that will meet your cosmetic and functioning nasal goals.

Our Patient Care Consultant will assist you with inquiries and will explain payment options that fit most budgets. Our surgeons specialize in rhinoplasty procedures. Therefore, they can answer all of your revision rhinoplasty questions and address your concerns. Please call 512-401-2500 for a consultation.

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Why Choose The Buckingham Center For Facial Plastic Surgery?

Experience the pinnacle of expertise with our revision rhinoplasty services at the Buckingham Center for Facial Plastic Surgery. Guided by our 24/7 facial plastic surgeon team, our dedicated medical team operates within our accredited surgical facility. Utilizing a science-driven approach, we assure personalized outcomes aligned with your aesthetic objectives. Our commitment transcends surgery; we foster enduring connections. From your initial consultation to the realization of your revision rhinoplasty goals, immerse yourself in a nurturing and supportive environment. Uplift your confidence and aesthetic with a blend of precision, safety, and empathetic care.

Revision Rhinoplasty FAQ

What is Revision Rhinoplasty?

How Soon After My Primary Rhinoplasty Can I Have the Revision?

Where is the Revision Rhinoplasty Procedure Performed?

What Type of Anesthesia is Used During Revision Rhinoplasty?

How is the Revision Rhinoplasty Procedure Performed?

Where Are the Revision Rhinoplasty Incisions?

Will I Have Scars from Revision Rhinoplasty?

Is Revision Rhinoplasty Painful?

What is the Revision Rhinoplasty Recovery Like?

What is Revision Rhinoplasty?

Revision rhinoplasty is a secondary treatment that is designed to repair complications of an aesthetic or functional nature after a primary rhinoplasty.

How Soon After My Primary Rhinoplasty Can I Have the Revision?

Our surgeons typically advise patients to wait at least one year after their initial procedure to have a revision rhinoplasty. This delay is necessary because your nose continues healing for the 12 months following nose-reshaping surgery.

Where is the Revision Rhinoplasty Procedure Performed?

Our surgeons complete revision rhinoplasty procedures at our beautiful, fully accredited office surgery center contained within the Buckingham Center for Facial Plastic Surgery.

What Type of Anesthesia is Used During Revision Rhinoplasty?

Revision rhinoplasty patients receive general anesthesia.

How is the Revision Rhinoplasty Procedure Performed?

Each revision rhinoplasty surgical method is dependent on the individual’s specific needs. During the procedure, the surgeon separates the skin to reveal the bone and cartilage. Next, if the previous rhinoplasty resulted in an overcorrection or undercorrection of the cartilage, the surgeon either repositions the cartilage or uses cartilage grafts to restructure the nose. The surgeon may take cartilage from the septum for the graft. If there isn’t enough cartilage available in the septum, the surgeon can harvest cartilage from the patient's ear or a rib. When the revisions are completed, stitches will be used to close the incisions.

Where Are the Revision Rhinoplasty Incisions?

Revision rhinoplasty is performed as an open or closed procedure. If the open technique is used, most of the incisions are created inside the nose, with an additional small incision on the underside of the nose. This is the only external incision the surgeon creates. The incision’s location makes it easy for our surgeons to camouflage. When a closed technique is used, the incisions are only created inside the nose.

Will I Have Scars from Revision Rhinoplasty?

The incisions for the closed technique used in revision rhinoplasty are created within the nose and are not visible, which means any scars remain hidden inside the nose. Patients who need the open technique will have a tiny, inconspicuous scar underneath their nose and in between their nostrils. Before and after photos and 3-D Vectra digital imaging software are available to help you visualize the final results.

Is Revision Rhinoplasty Painful?

Many of our patients often report that they experience less pain and discomfort following revision rhinoplasty when compared to their experience after their primary rhinoplasty procedure. However, a similiar experience is common. There will be bruising, swelling, and pain that can be treated with nonprescription or prescription medicine during the initial recovery. The majority of the pain and swelling will dissipate over the first week.

What is the Revision Rhinoplasty Recovery Like?

The recovery after revision rhinoplasty is frequently similar for patients to their first rhinoplasty recovery. Although recovery varies from patient to patient, depending on the work required, most patients can return to work in one week.

Schedule Your Revision Rhinoplasty Consultation In Austin Today

Call 512-401-2500 to request a consultation with an experienced revision rhinoplasty surgeon at the Buckingham Center for Facial Plastic Surgery in Austin, Texas. We look forward to meeting you!

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