Summary of common questions about ear cartilage augmentation rhinoplasty
There are many types of nasal augmentation surgery, among which autologous cartilage nasal augmentation is mentioned by everyone. In fact, autologous cartilage nasal augmentation is divided into nasal septum, ear cartilage and costal cartilage. When it comes to ear cartilage nasal augmentation, many people feel special fear, and will worry about damage to the ear and hearing. Its solid ear cartilage nasal augmentation is a method to change the shape of the nose tip using ear clip cartilage, There are certain indications. If in a certain area, for example, the nose is short and lengthened by two to three millimeters or the nose tip is raised, auricle cartilage can be used. So do you have many questions about ear cartilage augmentation? I have sorted out some questions that you have asked me. Let's get to know.
1. How long does ear cartilage cushion the nose tip naturally?
After augmentation rhinoplasty, ear cartilage usually needs at least one week to recover naturally. Ear cartilage cushions the nose tip for 3-5 days, and the nose tip in the swelling period is unnatural. The external shape of the nose will become more natural after the swelling of the ear cartilage pad at the tip of the nose is eliminated in 10-15 days.
2. Is ear cartilage at risk for rhinoplasty?
Any operation has risks. Like other operations, ear cartilage augmentation rhinoplasty may lead to bleeding, infection, swelling, blood stasis, poor appearance, etc. Therefore, regular institutions and experienced doctors should be selected to do a good job in preoperative communication and postoperative care.
3. Why is ear cartilage not used to pad the bridge of nose?
Ear cartilage is elastic cartilage and has no supporting force, so it is only suitable for mild low nose tip. If the nose tip is relatively low or the nose tip is raised, it is better to use nasal septal cartilage, which can raise and extend the nose tip to achieve the effect of pointed and warped, and the nose tip will not become red after surgery. In addition, the ear has insufficient soft bone and is naturally curved, so it cannot be used to pad the back of the nose.
4. Will the ear deform after the ear cartilage is taken out?
The shape of the auricle is mainly supported by the ear cartilage, and the supporting effect depends on the support of the cartilage at the edge of the ear cartilage;
The ear cartilage removed is just a part of the middle of the ear cartilage, like a disk. The shape of the bottom of the middle disk is unchanged after the removal of the ear cartilage. After the ear cartilage is removed and healed, the integrity of the ear remains.
5. Is the absorption rate of cartilage large?
Ear cartilage is transplanted from the ear to the nose, and it needs to be supported by the nutrient solution of the nasal tissue, so it will be more or less absorbed. Generally, the absorption rate of ear cartilage is between 5% and 15%. When doctors use ear cartilage to pad the nose tip, they usually use several layers of cartilage to stack according to individual differences, which not only has a good shaping effect on the nose tip, but also can minimize absorption.
Through the above explanation, do you have an answer to the "Summary of Frequently Asked Questions about Ear Cartilage Rhinoplasty"? Alibang hereby reminds the beauty lovers that they must choose a formal and qualified plastic surgery institution and a responsible plastic surgeon when choosing plastic surgery. At the same time, they should make preparations before and after the surgery, so that the plastic surgery can achieve good results. If you have any questions, you can directly consult our plastic surgery consultants online, and they will give you professional and detailed answers.
