Rhinoplasty: A humbling experience

Revision rhinoplasty: review of deformities, aetiology and treatment strategies

“…This problem will, in turn, manifest more frequently if a chisel or osteotome is used rather than a rasp or burr which allows a more incremental reduction. 1 …”

“…Generally, each subsequent rhinoplasty becomes increasingly difficult, rendering perfection an illusionary goal. 1 Possible difficulties envisaged in this area stress the need for accurate analysis of their individual deficiencies and the need for thoughtful psychosocial management of the patient 2,3 …”

Revision rhinoplasty: review of deformities, aetiology and treatment strategies

“…This problem will, in turn, manifest more frequently if a chisel or osteotome is used rather than a rasp or burr which allows a more incremental reduction. 1 …”

“…Generally, each subsequent rhinoplasty becomes increasingly difficult, rendering perfection an illusionary goal. 1 Possible difficulties envisaged in this area stress the need for accurate analysis of their individual deficiencies and the need for thoughtful psychosocial management of the patient 2,3 …”

Nasal Fractures: The Taming of the Shrewd

“…The nose is the central and most dominant feature of the face and, after the eyes and teeth, assumes the next most important position in esthetic evaluation by the casual observer. As a result of the overlying thin soft tissue and paucity of strong muscles, even millimetres of nasal deviation are easily evident to the untrained eye, often subjecting the individual to ridicule and eventual loss of self‐esteem 1 .…”

“…Rhinoplasty surgeons are well aware of the difficulties encountered and often poor results obtained in attempting to correct nasal bone and tip deformities after significant adverse healing has taken place. 1 It therefore behooves every medical practitioner to be aware of the need for early referral and intervention in cases of nasal trauma.…”

Revision rhinoplasty: review of deformities, aetiology and treatment strategies

“…This problem will, in turn, manifest more frequently if a chisel or osteotome is used rather than a rasp or burr which allows a more incremental reduction. 1 …”

“…Generally, each subsequent rhinoplasty becomes increasingly difficult, rendering perfection an illusionary goal. 1 Possible difficulties envisaged in this area stress the need for accurate analysis of their individual deficiencies and the need for thoughtful psychosocial management of the patient 2,3 …”

Nasal Fractures: The Taming of the Shrewd

“…The nose is the central and most dominant feature of the face and, after the eyes and teeth, assumes the next most important position in esthetic evaluation by the casual observer. As a result of the overlying thin soft tissue and paucity of strong muscles, even millimetres of nasal deviation are easily evident to the untrained eye, often subjecting the individual to ridicule and eventual loss of self‐esteem 1 .…”

“…Rhinoplasty surgeons are well aware of the difficulties encountered and often poor results obtained in attempting to correct nasal bone and tip deformities after significant adverse healing has taken place. 1 It therefore behooves every medical practitioner to be aware of the need for early referral and intervention in cases of nasal trauma.…”

Revision rhinoplasty: review of deformities, aetiology and treatment strategies

“…This problem will, in turn, manifest more frequently if a chisel or osteotome is used rather than a rasp or burr which allows a more incremental reduction. 1 …”

“…Generally, each subsequent rhinoplasty becomes increasingly difficult, rendering perfection an illusionary goal. 1 Possible difficulties envisaged in this area stress the need for accurate analysis of their individual deficiencies and the need for thoughtful psychosocial management of the patient 2,3 …”

Nasal Fractures: The Taming of the Shrewd

“…The nose is the central and most dominant feature of the face and, after the eyes and teeth, assumes the next most important position in esthetic evaluation by the casual observer. As a result of the overlying thin soft tissue and paucity of strong muscles, even millimetres of nasal deviation are easily evident to the untrained eye, often subjecting the individual to ridicule and eventual loss of self‐esteem 1 .…”

“…Rhinoplasty surgeons are well aware of the difficulties encountered and often poor results obtained in attempting to correct nasal bone and tip deformities after significant adverse healing has taken place. 1 It therefore behooves every medical practitioner to be aware of the need for early referral and intervention in cases of nasal trauma.…”