Rhinoplasty - Medical Before & After Case 329

A couple months after revision nasal surgery.

This gentleman wanted rhinoplasty to improve the profile and reduce a bump. His main concern was to look natural and not appear that he had a "nose job". He had multiple injuries from sports and had already undergone a septoplasty by another facial plastic surgeon.

He sought out facial plastic surgeon Dr. Chaboki to review revision rhinoplasty options. Rhinoplasty is generally considered a complex procedure, and revision rhinoplasty is considered even more challenging. Examination revealed bony and cartilaginous irregularity. In addition, the nasal passages were still blocked from the severe deviated septum.

Despite prior trauma, rhinoplasty, and the complexity of the surgery, he underwent a closed rhinoplasty, thus avoiding an external scar between the nostrils. Osteotomies (i.e. bone reshaping) were required to adequately improve the nose in this case.

Postoperative photographs demonstrate the natural improvement. The nose continues to become more refined with time as swelling gradually resolves over several months. He's very happy with both the cosmetic and functional revision rhinoplasty results.

Patients want a balanced nose that fits the face and functions normally. Dr. Chaboki doesn't try to create a "cookie cutter" nose. Dr. Chaboki may suggest additional procedures along with the rhinoplasty, such as septoplasty, nasal valve repair, turbinate reduction, and/or endoscopic sinus surgery as appropriate to improve nasal function.