2-4 hours
Intravenous General Anesthesia
Size
About 1.5-4cm
About 7-10 days
If You Need to Improve These
Bulbous Nose
Upturned Nose
Hump Nose
Saddle Nose
Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty
Surgery Method
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Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty
Excellent support, ideal for those with flat noses
Rib cartilage is used as the material for rhinoplasty implants, harvested through an incision at the lower margin of the right chest, taking part of the 6th, 7th, or 8th rib, and sculpted into the appropriate shape for the nose. Rib cartilage offers abundant material, excellent malleability, and low risk of infection and inflammation, effectively extending the nasal tip and elevating the nasal bridge. Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty includes options for partial/full autologous rib use.
1 Partial Autologous: Due to the potential for rib cartilage to gradually bend over time, to reduce the likelihood of bending, synthetic materials (such as Goretex, Chimera, silicone, etc.) may be chosen for the nasal dorsum, suitable for first-time rhinoplasty and non-infected patients, with an incision about 2 cm, perfectly extending the nasal bridge with a low probability of bending.
2 Full Autologous: Uses autologous rib cartilage for the nasal root, dorsum, and tip, suitable for those who have had previous rhinoplasty with capsular contracture or infection, with an incision about 3-4 cm, as full autologous rib cartilage is used, it is fully compatible with tissues, so rejection is unlikely and the infection rate is low, with no risk of protrusion.
Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty
BENEFITS
Ideal for those with flat noses
Safe and Low Risk, Not Prone to Infection
Customizable for a Delicate and Pretty Nose
Excellent Elasticity and Support
Rib Pearl Rhinoplasty
Minimal scarring and short recovery, suitable for nose
sculpting
Autologous pearl rib cartilage is a new generation material
for rib rhinoplasty. Compared to traditional rib rhinoplasty,
it significantly reduces post-operative infection and
rejection risks, offering
smaller wounds and shorter recovery periods. Only
3 cm of rib is needed, reducing the surgical incision to
just 1.5 cm and the surgery time to about 2 hours.
Rib Pearl Rhinoplasty utilizes the central
straight part of the rib for extending and sculpting the nasal
tip and columella; using rib cartilage to cover the nasal tip,
making it round and prominent; and finally, the remaining autologous rib is crushed to
create a cartilaginous form similar to a nasal bridge
prosthesis for implantation,
used to shape the nasal root and increase the height of the
nasal bridge.
Rib Pearl Rhinoplasty
BENEFITS
Suitable for sculpting nose shape
Safe and Low Risk, Not Prone to Infection
Small surgical scars, Short recovery period
Natural post-operative appearance, Low risk of curvature
COMPARISON
Rhinoplasty Options
Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty
Am I a Candidate?
For those needing septum reconstruction
For those with a too-wide nasal bridge
Bulbous nose
Crooked nose
For those concerned about
rejection
after rhinoplasty
For those who had infections or
protrusions with previous implant rhinoplasty
Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty
Attending Physician
Doctor
YEN CHEN YU
Doctor
HOU KENG LIU
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Medical-Grade
Surgery
Equipment
Third-Party Dust Testing
No Touch Mechanism
Pro Air Shower Room
Hospital-Grade OR
NICE Service Process
1
Consultation Needs
2
Pre-Surgery Photoshoot & Marking
3
Post-Surgery Recovery
4
Post-Op Follow-Up
ATTENTION
Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty Precautions
- After surgery, continue to apply ice to the forehead, eye area, and glabella for the first three days. Do this 5-6 times a day, for 15-30 minutes each time. Avoid pressing down hard while icing.
- Start warm compresses after stitches are removed, following the same method as icing, to help reduce swelling and bruising.
- It's normal to have some blood-tinged discharge for the first three days after surgery. If there is significant bleeding or severe nasal congestion, contact your doctor immediately.
- Avoid sleeping on your stomach for the first week after surgery and try not to wear glasses to prevent pressure on the nasal bridge.
- Maintain cleanliness around the eyes to avoid infections like conjunctivitis, which could lead to nasal infection through the nasolacrimal duct.
- After surgery, steer clear of cigarettes, alcohol, coffee, spicy foods, and tea to prevent swelling or impair wound healing.
- Refrain from blowing your nose hard or picking it to avoid bleeding at the surgical site.
- Avoid bending over, lowering your head, and engaging in vigorous exercise after surgery.
- Elevate your head with pillows while sleeping to minimize swelling.
FAQ
About Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty
No! Rhinoplasty involves the skin and mucosal tissue layers of the nose, without affecting the olfactory nerves or damaging the nasal mucosa structure. Therefore, it won't impact your sense of smell or cause any breathing discomfort.
Within the first two weeks after rhinoplasty, the nose can be swollen and bruised with serous fluid and blood seepage; one month post-surgery, the swelling begins to subside, and there's no longer significant bleeding; around 4-6 weeks later, the shape will mostly stabilize, increasingly resembling a natural nose shape.
Autologous rib cartilage rhinoplasty involves using a small section of rib cartilage for the procedure. The primary function of the rib is to protect the organs within the chest cavity; removing a segment of the rib will generally not cause significant problems as long as the structural continuity of the chest cage is not compromised.
Most incisions are hidden in inconspicuous areas, and since the surgical cuts are small, they're generally not visible. Scars will gradually fade over six months. During this time, minimizing stretching of the incision and avoiding sun exposure can effectively reduce scar formation.