Rhinoplasty rib cartilage: the process & how much

Rib cartilage rhinoplasty is a popular cosmetic method that helps improve the shape of the nose comprehensively. This method not only creates a natural nose shape but also ensures durability and safety for the person performing it.

This article by , Dr. Nguyen Giap will provide you with a detailed overview of rib cartilage rhinoplasty,including its concept, procedure, costs, and the advantages and disadvantages of this method.

What is rib cartilage rhinoplasty?

Rib cartilage rhinoplasty is a surgical technique that uses autologous cartilage taken from the ribs (usually ribs 5-9) to build the septum, lengthen and shape the tip of the nose. Depending on each case, the doctor can use full rib cartilage to build the septum and raise the bridge of the nose, or combine part of the rib cartilage with artificial cartilage to achieve a balanced aesthetic ratio. This method is especially suitable for complicated nose cases: failed nose surgery, thin nose tip, short nose, weak septum or when the customer has a history of allergy to artificial materials.

Outstanding advantages of rib cartilage rhinoplasty include:

• Durability permanent: autologous after inclusion to become a part of the structure of the nose, reducing the need editing later.
• High compatibility: rib Cartilage risk of rejection is very low compared to the artificial cartilage, so taken from the patient's body.
• Ability to troubleshoot difficult cases: rib Cartilage has mass and flexible enough to make the case nose broken, short nose or scalp, thin nose.

Disadvantages to consider:

• Complex engineering should only be performed by doctors are highly specialized. and experience take the form of cartilage.
• It takes more small incisions in the chest area to the cartilage is removed, should weigh about scars and pain the the cartilage is removed.
• The cost usually higher than with other methods S-Line rhinoplasty, or rhinoplasty with cartilage usually due to complex surgery and duration of surgery longer.

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Safe rib cartilage rhinoplasty procedure (step by step details)

A standard procedure medical help minimize the risks. Below is a detailed description step by step for customers who want to understand before:

1. Consulting & visits depth:
   Doctor examine the structure nose, measure the ratio of the face, ask health history, history of surgery and the desired aesthetic of you. In this step, the doctor will explain pros/cons, choose the type of cartilage fit and draft regimen personalization.
2. Preoperative preparation:
   Perform tests prior surgery (blood, blood clotting, ECG when necessary), instructions discontinue blood thinners, check the general health. Photography save a profile and simulation results in 3D software if available.
3. General anesthesia or endotracheal anesthesia:
   Because to take the rib cartilage should usually required general anesthesia to ensure safety and comfort. Team anesthesia professional continuously monitored throughout the surgery.
4. Take the rib cartilage in the operating room sterile:
   The doctor makes a small incision in the rib area (where the scar is hidden), takes the necessary cartilage with a technique that limits damage, and closes the cartilage extraction area with a scar-reducing technique.
5. Forming cartilage & implants:
   Cartilage is forming in the ratio discussed, construction, space, septum, stretched the tip of the nose and/or put the bridge of the nose. If necessary, the doctor combinations cartilage artificial life to reach the desired height, and then fixed firmly by only for professional use.
6. Check functions and closes the incision:
   After fixed finished, doctor, test flow, breathing, make sure there are no pinched, then sewn aesthetic the incision and put the splint nose to fixed in the early stages of recovery.
7. Resuscitation & tracking postoperative:
   The patient is monitored in the recovery room until sober. The doctor's offer prescription painkillers, antibiotics and care instructions, details, schedules rediscover clear.

Every step should be taken at the base standards, our team of certified expertise and equipment anesthesia, resuscitation in full. Don't be afraid to ask about the rate of complications warranty policies, and see real results your doctor before making a decision.

Dr Nguyen Giap is one of the surgeon reputable cosmetic and have experience in the field of rhinoplasty rib cartilage.

With many years of experience and advanced techniques, Dr Nguyen Giap guaranteed to bring customers the cosmetic result is optimal, natural and long lasting.

Classification and cost of rib cartilage rhinoplasty

In rhinoplasty structure in general and nose cartilage in particular, the doctor may use a variety of cartilage depending on the needs and condition of the nose.

Understanding each type to help you get the right choice:

Common types of cartilage

• Rib cartilage (autologous): Taken from the chest cavity, the advantage is that the amount of cartilage multiple, high strength and good compatibility. Suitable for the need to build sustain, or lengthen the nose. The downside is the need for cesarean cartilage and may be pain in the region of the cartilage is removed in a short time.
• Cartilage earrings (ear cartilage): Easy to grab, less pain and scarring, small matching to create the tip or shell tip of the nose. However, the amount of cartilage is limited, so not enough for the need to build massive universe.
• Cartilage of the septum (septal cartilage): Taken from the nasal septum, suitable for modifying the cons moderate, often in combination with other types of cartilage to the other. The amount of cartilage septum is limited in the elderly or people were dissected.
• Artificial cartilage (silicone, Gore-Tex): The advantage is stable shape, easily manipulated; the downside is, at the risk of exposing cartilage, red ball if the skin is too thin or technical fixed not good. Often used in combination to improve the bridge of the nose.
• Combined solution: In many cases, the doctor will combine the rib cartilage with the cartilage of the ear or in part artificial cartilage to optimize both outlook and high safety.

Price list for rib cartilage rhinoplasty

The cost depends on the type of cartilage, the complex surgery, skilled doctors and base done. Under this frame is the reference price is for illustration purpose:

Note: this is the reference level. The actual price varies with location, level of intervention (for example: revision/repair usually, the price), warranty policy and services postoperative comes. Always ask for detailed quotes and contract transparency before making a decision.

 Post-operative care and recovery roadmap

Postoperative care are factors largely determines the final result. Below is the route recovery process and note to optimize the process of healing:

• First date: Cold compresses on the nose followed the instructions to reduce swelling; pain medication and anti-inflammatory prescription; complete rest the head when lying down.
• Day 3-7: Swelling and bruising to reach a peak and then begins to decrease; hygiene incision, do not wash with water directly onto the nose if the doctor requests; preparation remove the brace on the day 7-10 purchase guide.
• 7-10 days: Remove the brace and cutting only; you will see change markedly, but the nose still has not stabilized completely.
• 1-3 months: Swelling continues to decrease, nose, stable base; can return to the activities gently, avoid collisions, strong, or intense sports.
• 6-12 months: The nose is soft, beautiful aesthetics; this stage is very important to evaluate the final result.

Important note: avoid foods that cause scarring (spinach, beef, seafood) in 1-3 weeks if the doctor requires; not smoking; immediately notify doctor if you have fever, severe pain, discharge of pus or loss of sensation in the nose.

Who should get rib cartilage rhinoplasty?

The following individuals are ideal candidates for this method:

• Have nose surgery more times without achieving the desired result, encounter complications such as misalignment or red ball.
• Individuals who have sustained injuries resulting in nasal deformities.
• Those with a lost nasal structure.
• Patients with issues such as cartilage collapse or visible cartilage.

It is essential to ensure you do not have chronic illnesses, cardiovascular problems, or are of advanced age before undergoing this procedure.

A thorough examination by the doctor will be conducted to ensure safety and accuracy.

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

How long does rib cartilage rhinoplasty last?

The question “How long does rib cartilage rhinoplasty last?” is the main concern when choosing this method. Basically, rib cartilage is autologous cartilage so it has a high ability to integrate, if performed correctly and well cared for, the results can last a very long time — even almost permanently in many cases. However, there is no absolute “permanent” measurement for everyone because some factors still affect:

• Skilled doctor: The taking of cartilage, shaping and fixed right technique determines the durability of the structure. Experienced doctor will adjust the size, shape cartilage fit to reduce shrinkage or deviation later.
• Postoperative care: Compliance with medication regime, toilet incision, avoid collisions, and re-examination schedule help the tissue heal better, reduce the risk of complications affecting the nose.
• The personalized address: Some people have skin tissue is very thin or the body to create scar tissue is bad, this can cause small changes in the tip of the nose over time. In clinical practice, the rate of atrophy of cartilage, small changes often at the level of 10-20% depending on the location transplantation and tissue nutrition.

Practical conclusion: with surgical terms-standard and good care, rhinoplasty rib cartilage bring results stable and durable for many years. Compare with the technique of lifting the other's nose, cartilage often for density thicker, less complications related to highway cartilage or red ball. If you want to find long-term solutions for the nose hard, detailed reference services at Rib cartilage rhinoplasty.

Will rib cartilage rhinoplasty shrink after a period of time?

One of the common question when choosing rhinoplasty rib cartilage has shriveled not is whether the cartilage after surgery has shriveled not.

Rib cartilage when placed in the nose and the nose will not atrophied due to be well nourished by blood vessels and skin tissue in this location.

However, if the cartilage is placed in the less vascular and tissue thin skin, can occur condition atrophy of cartilage.

The level of atrophy of cartilage usually only 10-20%, not greatly affect the nose shape overall.

Summary

Rib cartilage rhinoplasty is a sustainable and suitable solution for those who need to thoroughly correct complex nasal defects. The advantages of compatibility and durability make this method the first choice in many difficult cases. However, this is a complex surgery, requiring a highly skilled doctor, standard facilities and strict post-operative procedures.

Tips when considerations: learn competence profile of the doctor (the photo before-after, certificates), ask simulator 3D if yes, ask the total cost and risk warranty policy. If you want to compare other techniques such as Lifting S Line nose, Lift nose structure, refer to the S-Line Nose Surgery: or services rhinoplasty overview at this.

If you need advice directly, our team of experts at Dr. Nguyen Giap ready to support visits and up regimen personalization safe, transparent.

The information in the article for reference. The decision for surgery should be discussed directly with the therapist.