Treatment
Revision Rhinoplasty
Reassessment and planning for appearance or breathing concerns that persist after a previous nasal operation.
Revision rhinoplasty calls for more detailed planning than a first operation: tissue has healed, cartilage support may be reduced and the anatomy may have changed.
The process therefore begins by reviewing the details of the previous operation alongside current concerns. The goal is to define an improvement that is realistic and achievable.
Who is it considered for?
The situations below are assessed during examination; suitability is determined individually.
- Those dissatisfied with the outcome of a previous nasal operation
- Patients whose breathing difficulty persists after surgery
- Those who have developed tip drooping, collapse or asymmetry
- People with a change in shape following trauma
Signs and complaints
If one or more of these complaints applies to you, an examination is advisable.
- Irregularity, collapse or increasing asymmetry of the nasal dorsum
- Obstruction that has not improved, or has worsened, compared with before surgery
- Stiffness, drooping or deformity of the nasal tip
- A sense of the nostrils collapsing inward on inspiration
The Doctor's Approach
Planning built around you
In revision surgery, defining the expectation correctly matters as much as choosing the technique. The consultation covers previous operative records, current anatomy and any limitations openly.
Every revision case is distinct; in some situations the goal is marked improvement rather than complete correction. That distinction is shared with the patient in advance.
The Process
How does the treatment process work?
These stages describe the general flow; each patient's plan is confirmed after examination.
- 01
Reviewing the history
The timing and technique of the previous operation, and any surgical notes, are reviewed. This is the starting point for planning.
- 02
Detailed examination
Internal structures, cartilage support and skin condition are assessed; further imaging is requested where needed.
- 03
Planning and surgery
The use of support tissue is planned where required. The procedure is performed in an operating theatre under general anaesthesia.
- 04
Long-term follow-up
Because healing after revision can take longer, follow-up intervals are planned accordingly.
Recovery and follow-up
Recovery differs according to the procedure performed and to individual factors.
- Tissue healing may progress more slowly than after a first operation.
- Swelling generally takes longer to resolve completely.
- Follow-up appointments matter for the process to progress well.
The timeframes and information here are general; they vary from person to person and do not replace medical advice. The plan that applies to you is determined by your doctor after examination.
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions
A certain period is allowed for tissue to heal. That period varies with the procedure performed and the state of healing; your doctor decides after examination.
The same degree of correction is not achievable in every patient. Available tissue support and anatomy are decisive; what can realistically be aimed for is discussed openly at examination.
Some revision cases require support tissue. Whether it is needed, and where it is taken from, is planned after examination.
Let's assess whether it suits you
Write a short note about your complaints and our team will share the process and the next step with you.