GRAND PLASTIC SURGERY
Rib Cartilage
Rhinoplasty
Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty – Corrects the center of the face
What makes Grand Rhinoplasty so special?
Minimized side effect risks with autologus tissue surgery
Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty
Surgery duration2- 3hours
Types of anesthesiaGeneral Anesthesia
HospitalizationSame-Day Discharge
Stitch remova1-2 weeks
Rhinoplasty
Rib cartilage rhinoplasty is a procedure of using 7. 8. 9th rib cartilage as an implant.
It can be done for cases that require lot of cartilage due to capsular contracture from previous surgery's side effect or if the patient refuses to use foreign body.
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STEP 01
Rib cartilage is harvested through a 2-3cm incision made underneath the chest.
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STEP 02
Harvested rib cartilage is delicately carved.
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STEP 03
Carved rib cartilage is inserted in the nose tip.
What makes Grand
Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty Special
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01Autologus tissue implant with minimized rejection risks
Minimized risk of rejection of the skin or immune system by using autologous tissue implant.
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02Possible to harvest plenty of implant
Plenty of implant can be harvested even during revision surgery.
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03Strong implant that can support the nose
Capsular contracture or severely upturned nose can be corrected with enough force since the rib cartilage is very strong.
Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty is suitable for those
- Who have foreign body rejection
- Who require much autologus tissue due to severely upturned nose
- Who need a definite revision surgery after several surgeries or capsular contracture
- Who have used up most of the septal and ear cartilage during previous surgery
Materials used for rhinoplasty by types
Various rhinoplasty materials suitable for individual nose
Suitable materials are used for individual nose types.
Silicone implant is used for nasal bone and autologous cartilage is used for nasal tip.
- Autologous tissues
- Artificial implant
‘Better Together’
Grand Rhinoplasty Package
Completed system with the latest
medical equipments
GRAND offers the most
advanced techniques
Collaboration of specialists in various fields for professional, high-quality customized solution for each patient
Grand Plastic Surgery has a systematic care system consisted of various specialists such as plastic surgeon, dermatologist, oral & maxillofacial surgeon, and anesthesiologist.
Improvement in patient’s appearance in most ideal, beautiful way is possible as 1:1 customized surgery is planed through detailed examination.
Please follow the instructions for
the best results of the surgery!
Before and after
surgery guide
- Before surgery
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- 1On the day of surgery, it’s recommended to dress comfortably and to bring a hat, sunglasses, glasses, scarves, etc.
- 2If you are taking any medication, please tell your doctor in advance. You have to stop taking your medication from 7 to 10 days before the surgery. (Aspirin, painkillers, etc.)
- 3If you have symptoms of cold and flu, high fever, severe phlegm or cough, it is recommended to postpone the surgery.
- 4Please stop smoking and drinking three days before the surgery.
- 5Please do not eat or drink anything from 6 hours before the operation.(Including candy, gum, beverage, coffee, water)
- 6Driving immediately after surgery is dangerous, so please use public transportation or come with your guardian.
- After surgery
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- 1You may have a nosebleed for a day or two and it can be wipe off with clean tissue.
- 2Tape is used to fix the surgical site after surgery during healing process. Do no remove the tapes on your own.
- 3Do not blow your nose too hard and do not wear glasses or sunglasses for a month.
- 4Swelling on nasal bridge subsides after about a week from surgery and minor swelling on glabella and nasal tip gets gradually recovered and the speed of healing varies among individual.
- 5Do not bow your head or sleep on your face and use 2-3 fluffy pillows to elevate your head over 20-30 degrees higher than heart position – this helps with swelling and bruising minimization.
- 6Swelling is maximized up to 48 hours after surgery. Use ice pack for the first 3 days and use warm pack afterwards.
- 7Smoking and drinking are prohibited for fast recovery. It can be done starting from 3 – 4 weeks after surgery but only in inevitable situation.
- 8Avoid going to Sauna or hot spring for about 3 weeks after surgery.
Postoperative swelling and bruising may vary depending on the individual's constitution
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