Typically, tip rhinoplasty procedure involves modification of cartilage of the tip of the nose.
Tip Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure of the tip of the nose to improve nasal function by repairing an existing defect or to enhance the appearance.
Typically, tip rhinoplasty involves modification of cartilage of the tip of the nose, including excision (removal), dissection (cutting), repositioning, or augmentation to create the desired outcome.
Why is tip rhinoplasty important part of Corrective Rhinoplasty procedure?
Tip Rhinoplasty is an important part of Rhinoplasty, specially if the predominant deformity is concerning Nasal Tip such as
over projecting Nasal tip nasal tip
- Under projected Nasal tip –
“Parrot beak” or hooked nose
In this stage, the tip cartilage is modified by partial excision, dissection, repositioning, and augmentation to form a supportive framework.
Rhinoplasty is performed with general or local anesthesia to make you unconscious or numb throughout the procedure.
Tip Rhinoplasty may be performed by:
- : In this technique the surgeon makes an incision across the columella (narrow strip of tissue between the nostrils).
Once the surgeon makes an incision, defects are corrected and the incision is closed.
Broad nasal tip–
Secondary Rhinoplasty(Revision Rhinoplasty)
Secondary rhinoplasty is performed when the result of primary rhinoplasty requires further improvement.
A splint or tape is used to fix the position of the nasal bones and cartilages for one week. The patient is monitored for about 6 to 12 months.
What to expect from tip rhinoplasty?
Because this is a less invasive procedure, serious side effects are rare. Infection and numbness can occur but are very unusual. The micro-oedema over the Nasal tip takes long to settle may take 6 months to a year for Final results
Tip Rhinoplasty in thick skin patient –Thick oily skin with excess subcutaneous fat can mask the changes made in the skeletal frame work need special techniques ,may require post operative skin care and results may take 1 to 1and half year for stabilization
