Revision Rhinoplasty

Yes, it makes sense to take care of the entire nose during one surgery. If you are interested in combining revision rhinoplasty with a septoplasty or other sinus procedures, speak with Dr. Paquet during your consultation appointment.

The length of surgery will vary depending on the extent of the issues being addressed. Surgery can take anywhere from 30 minutes to six hours.

There is no limit to how many revision surgeries can be performed. However, each procedure will come with its own set of challenges and risks. It is best to speak with Dr. Paquet regarding these risks prior to any procedure.

Just like the initial rhinoplasty procedure has its own risks, so does a revision rhinoplasty. To reduce the chance for complications, be sure to seek out a board-certified facial plastic surgeon such as Dr. Paquet.

If the surgeon who performed the original procedure has extensive experience and you share the same expectations, you could have them perform your revision rhinoplasty. However, if you have different expectations or you are not happy with their work, you can seek out another surgeon to perform revision surgery.

The best candidate for a revision rhinoplasty is someone who is in good physical and emotional health and has realistic expectations and goals for surgery. Patients are typically unhappy with their functional or cosmetic outcomes from a prior nasal surgery and desire correction. Given the complexity and difficulty of revision rhinoplasty, realistic goals must be set prior to undergoing surgery and will be discussed in the office with Dr. Paquet during your consultation.

It is generally recommended that patients wait at least one year after their last operation prior to undergoing a revision surgery. This is due to continued wound healing and contraction that would otherwise further complicate revision surgery.

All patients are functional very soon after surgery and are ready for social undertakings within approximately 10 days. Patients will have tape and a splint on the bridge of their nose and a few sutures for 1 week after surgery. There is no packing inside of the nose! Everything is removed after 1 week, at which point, other than some continued swelling and mild bruising, patients can typically resume social endeavors. Light activity (walking, low-resistance bike/elliptical) is encouraged after 1 week, and full activity and exercise may be resumed after 3 weeks.

Yes, revision rhinoplasty is generally more expensive than primary rhinoplasty. Revision rhinoplasty often involves correcting issues from previous surgery, such as scar tissue, structural weaknesses, or asymmetry, which can require more time, expertise, and specialized techniques.

The best age for rhinoplasty is typically after the nasal structures have fully developed, which is around 15-17 years old for girls and 17-19 years old for boys. However, rhinoplasty can be successfully performed on adults of any age, provided they are in good health.

Patients who have not allowed sufficient time for healing from their primary rhinoplasty, typically 12-18 months, should also wait before considering a revision. Additionally, those with underlying health conditions that pose significant surgical risks or those who have poor overall health might not be suitable candidates.

Yes, revision rhinoplasty can significantly alter the aesthetics of your nose, addressing issues such as asymmetry, irregularities, or dissatisfaction with the shape or size resulting from the primary surgery. The goal of revision rhinoplasty is to improve both the appearance and function of the nose, providing a more balanced and harmonious look that meets the patient's expectations.