Revision Rhinoplasty

    /24-7PressRelease/ - NEW YORK, NY, January 17, 2008 - Revision rhinoplasty can be performed if you are unsatisfied with the results of a previous rhinoplasty procedure. Revision rhinoplasty requires a very experienced cosmetic surgeon who is able to address patient issues successfully while creating results that improve the patient's overall appearance and provides them with results they are happy with.

Why do many rhinoplasty procedures fail to turn out the way patients had hoped? First of all, rhinoplasty is one of the most complex plastic surgery procedures. The number of surgeons who have completely mastered the techniques used and have the artistic talent to deliver personal results with success is comparably small. Secondly, marketing and advertising may mislead patients, giving them unrealistic expectations of their results, it is up to the cosmetic surgeon to make sure the patient understand exactly what to expect from their procedure. Also, many patients have no experience searching for a cosmetic surgeon, and are not sure how to dig deeper before deciding on a doctor.

Some of the most common causes for a patient having revision rhinoplasty include:
· Original rhinoplasty efforts that were too ambitious, an overwhelming amount of changes that simply should have been scaled down by the surgeon
· The physical and aesthetic results were achieved, but there are breathing and other functionality problems
· Revision rhinoplasty may be part of the comprehensive plan to reduce the size and alter the shape of their nose

Prior to committing to revision rhinoplasty, you need to think carefully about what you would like to accomplish with this second procedure, and get specific about what you do not like about your current results. In few instances, it may not even be surgically possible to change certain aspects of your nose.

Cosmetic surgeons spearheading revision rhinoplasty must be sensitive to the needs of patients who've been through the rhinoplasty process before, only to encounter disappointment. They should be not only skilled and have extensive training and a diverse cosmetic surgery background; they should have a comprehensive portfolio that accurately represents their abilities. Remember never to choose a cosmetic surgeon based solely on price, especially when dealing with a procedure as specialized as revision rhinoplasty.

It is important that rhinoplasty patients have realistic expectations before surgery, and that revision rhinoplasty patients understand also that factors like surgeon skill, technology, and personal care can affect your outcome.

For more information on the rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty procedures, visit the website of New York-based cosmetic surgeon Dr. Howard T. Bellin, a respected physician who has performed more than 4,000 rhinoplasty procedures.

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