Revision Rhinoplasty, Questions

Q - What is revision rhinoplasty?
Revision rhinoplasty, also known as secondary or tertiary rhinoplasty, is a corrective aesthetic nasal surgery procedure designed to correct aesthetic or functional problems resulting from a previous rhinoplasty performed by another surgeon.

Q - Is revision rhinoplasty right for me?
If you are healthy and looking to improve the appearance or function of your nose after  a previous rhinoplasty surgery, revision rhinoplasty may be right for you. Patients should be over the age of sixteen and have realistic goals for improvement.

Q - Are there any age restrictions for undergoing revision rhinoplasty?
Dr. Naderi will perform revision rhinoplasty on patients over the age of sixteen.

Q - What does a consultation for revision rhinoplasty entail?
During a consultation for revision rhinoplasty, Dr. Naderi will examine the structure of your nose and face, take a thorough medical history, and discuss your goals. All aspects of the revision rhinoplasty procedure will be explained including the technique, the anesthesia, the facility, the recovery, the risks, the costs and so on. Digital imaging or photographic morphing is an integral part of the consultation.

Q - Where is revision rhinoplasty performed?
Dr. Naderi performs revision rhinoplasty at INOVA system hospitals which include Fair Oaks Hospital, Loudoun Hospital, Fairfax Hospital, and Mt. Vernon Hospital.

Q - What type of anesthesia is used for revision rhinoplasty?
General anesthesia is commonly used for revision rhinoplasty.

Q - How is revision rhinoplasty performed?
For revision rhinoplasty, incisions may be made on the inside of the nose (endonasal or closed rhinoplasty) or on both the inside of the nose and on the outside of the nose on the skin separating the nostrils (external or open rhinoplasty). The desired shape is then achieved by repositioning cartilage or replacing missing structures, and the incisions are then closed. A splint is applied to the nose after surgery.

Q - How long does revision rhinoplasty take to perform?
Revision rhinoplasty takes one and a half to three and a half hours to complete.

Q - Where are the incisions made for revision rhinoplasty?
About 70% of revision rhinoplasty cases are external or open in which incisions are made on the inside of the nose along with a small incision made on the outside of the nose on the skin separating the nostrils. The other 30% of cases are endonasal or closed in which all incisions are confined to the inside of the nose.

Q - Does revision rhinoplasty leave scars?
External or open rhinoplasty results in a small scar that is well hidden on the underside of the nose between the nostrils. Endonasal or closed rhinoplasty leaves no visible scarring as all incisions are confined to the inside of the nose.

Q - Does revision rhinoplasty involve much pain?
Revision rhinoplasty tends to involve less pain than primary rhinoplasty procedures. Medication can help to control any discomfort that patients experience.

Q - What is the recovery like after revision rhinoplasty?
Revision rhinoplasty may involve more extensive bruising and swelling than primary procedures, though there is generally very little pain. Most of the bruising will fade within ten days and the swelling within several months.

Q - When will I be able to return to work after undergoing revision rhinoplasty?
Patients can return to work within a week after revision rhinoplasty.

Q - How soon will I be able to exercise after my revision rhinoplasty procedure?
Patients will need to wait at least two to three weeks after revision rhinoplasty before partaking in strenuous activities and exercise.

Q - When will my stitches be removed after my revision rhinoplasty procedure?
External stitches are removed in three days.

Q - What are the risks or complications associated with revision rhinoplasty?
All surgery carries potential risks. Those associated with revision rhinoplasty include nose bleed (1-3%) and the need for minor revision (5%).

Q - Is revision rhinoplasty covered by insurance?
Revision rhinoplasty procedures performed for cosmetic reasons alone are usually not covered by insurance, though some coverage may be available when treating breathing problems. Patients should check with their own insurance company.

Q - Can I finance my revision rhinoplasty procedure?
Financing is available for many plastic surgery procedures.

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