Rib Cartilage
Rhinoplasty

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Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty

Wonderful's Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure that uses the patient's own rib cartilage to reshape and enhance the nose for a natural and long-lasting result.

Benefits

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Recommended For

I have undergone multiple rhinoplasties and have weakened or insufficient cartilage for further reconstruction

I have a deviated septum that causes breathing difficulties and require nasal reconstruction

I have congenital nasal deformities, such as cleft lip and palate, and require nasal reconstruction for functional and aesthetic purposes

I have nasal trauma that resulted in a significant nasal deformity and require nasal reconstruction

I desire cosmetic nasal reconstruction such as changing the shape or size of my nose to improve my overall facial harmony

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Where is rib cartilage harvested from?

Among the cartilage located at the end of the rib, cartilage numbered 6, 7, and 8 are mainly used for rhinoplasty.

At Wonderful Plastic Surgery, skilled medical staff harvest only the necessary amount of cartilage through minimal incision. The incision marks become lighter after three months and are hardly noticeable after one year.

Surgery Method

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01

Design the desired nose shape that fits the facial proportion and harvest the necessary amount of cartilage from the chest through minimal incision.

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02

Trim the harvested cartilage to create the optimal customized implant.

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03

Insert the customized implant to create the ideal nose height and shape of the nasal tip.

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04

Achieve a beautiful nose with the same line and no sagging even after a long time.

Surgery Information

Surgery time

3 hours

Anesthesia

Local

Stitch Removal

After 7 days

Hospitalization

Not required

Recovery Time

7 days

Common side effects such as bleeding and infection may occur post surgery and varies according to each patient.

Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty FAQs

Each person’s bruises and swelling will be different. 7 days after surgery, all stitches, tapes, and nose splints are removed.

Major swelling usually takes about 1 month to subside while minor swelling will gradually subside between 3 to 1 month, depending on the individual.

An incision in the nasal passage area and inside the nose is made during rhinoplasty, however, as it is a small and invisible area, there is no concern about scarring.

The incision site may be red for about a month, but it will barely invisible after 2-3 months. In addition we will manage the condition for you with our Premium Aftercare Service as well so there is no need to worry.

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