Sugar Plastic Surgery
SUGAR Revision Rhinoplasty
Revision Rhinoplasty
Sugar Motto
Revision surgery calls for greater care than the first procedure
Revision Rhinoplasty That Starts by Reassessing the Cause
Revision rhinoplasty corrects concerns from previous nasal surgery, such as contracture, deviation, implant visibility, or deformity. Because revision has more variables than a 1st operation, SUGAR Plastic Surgery uses 3D-CT to assess the internal nasal tissues in detail before planning reconstruction with an approach suited to the situation, such as autologous rib cartilage. Bringing information from your previous surgery to the consultation helps us create a more accurate plan.
Revision
Revision rhinoplasty corrects concerns from previous nasal surgery, such as contracture, deviation, implant visibility, or deformity. After a detailed assessment of the internal nasal condition, reconstruction is planned using an approach suited to the situation, such as autologous rib cartilage. Because revision has more variables than a 1st operation, a thorough consultation is essential.
The timing and technique available for revision depend on the condition of the internal nasal tissues. Bringing information from your previous surgery to the consultation helps us create a more accurate plan.
Who Needs It
The timing and technique available for revision depend on the condition of the internal nasal tissues. Bringing information from your previous surgery to the consultation helps us create a more accurate plan.
Causes / Treatment
Common reasons revision rhinoplasty is needed and correction methods for each situation.
01 · When the Nasal Tip Has DroppedIf weak tip cartilage and a short columella provide inadequate support and the cartilage has descended over time, the tip is elevated by extending the septum itself or reinforcing the columella.
02 · When the Nose Has Shortened Due to ContractureContracture causes the nose to become upturned and firm while the tip shortens. Correction involves removing the implant and capsule, releasing the skin and nasal cartilage, then placing an appropriate autologous material or implant according to the condition.
03 · When the Nasal Tip Looks BluntIf the tip cartilage was not narrowed adequately or the subcutaneous fat was insufficiently treated, leaving a blunt cartilage contour, correction may involve bringing the cartilage together again or grafting tip cartilage in a more appropriate shape and size.
04 · When the Bridge Feels Too High or Too LowIf the bridge implant is not the appropriate height, it is reshaped and reinserted while considering the tip and overall facial harmony.
05 · When the Nose Feels Too Wide or Too NarrowIf the bridge line descending from the inner brows and orbital bones is too wide or too narrow, the pocket previously occupied by the implant is carefully released and a new graft is placed to correct the width.
06 · When the Nasal Bridge Looks CrookedIf the undersurface of a silicone implant does not match the shape of the nasal bones, it can shift to one side. Correction involves carefully reshaping the surface that contacts the nasal bones and placing it so it does not drift laterally.
07 · When the Implant Is Visible Through the SkinIf an implant from a previous surgery is visible through the skin of the bridge or tip, it may be replaced with a new, thinner implant or wrapped in fascia or an acellular dermal matrix before reinsertion.
08 · When the Implant Seems to MoveEven if the implant does not actually move, persistent awareness or discomfort may be corrected by placing the implant beneath the periosteum to match the bridge contour or by changing the implant.Why Sugar
Understanding why the first surgery failed helps prevent the same outcome from happening again.
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The board-certified plastic surgeon who conducts your consultation also performs your surgery.
In accordance with Korean law requiring CCTV in operating rooms, our operating-room CCTV system is in operation,
protecting patients' rights.
Detailed Assessment That Accounts for Previous Surgery
Using 3D CT, we assess the altered internal nasal structure and the remaining tissue after previous surgery
then determine the safest approach.
A Reconstruction Plan Suited to Your Situation
We reconstruct a contracted nose with a firm structural material such as autologous rib cartilage.
In some cases, implant removal alone may be sufficient.
Sugar Know-How
These are the principles SUGAR Plastic Surgery follows in revision rhinoplasty.
Procedure
Recovery
Recovery time varies by individual. All surgery carries the possibility of general side effects such as bleeding, infection, and inflammation, and results may vary. Please consult thoroughly with a specialist before surgery.
SAFETY INFORMATION
For a safe treatment plan, please review the potential risks, the information we need before treatment, and the symptoms that require immediate medical attention.
Existing scars and adhesions may lead to bleeding, infection, reduced skin circulation or color changes, asymmetry, nasal obstruction or breathing discomfort, tissue deficiency, implant visibility, movement or contracture, and the possibility of further revision surgery.
Please tell us the timing and technique of previous surgery, the materials used, and any surgical records; the current status of implants or injectable materials; nasal conditions such as rhinitis or sinusitis; breathing discomfort; previous nasal surgery, fillers, or implants; active infection; uncontrolled high blood pressure or diabetes; bleeding disorders; adverse reactions to anesthesia; possible pregnancy; smoking; and all medications and dietary supplements you take. Do not stop anticoagulants or other prescribed medication on your own; consult the clinician who prescribed them.
Contact the clinic immediately if you have a nosebleed that will not stop, suddenly worsening pain or swelling on one side, a change in nasal skin color, implant exposure, severe breathing discomfort, a high fever, or pus. If breathing becomes very difficult or your level of consciousness changes, call 119 or go to the emergency department immediately.
This is general safety information and is not a substitute for individualized medical care. Actual risks and contraindications may vary depending on the procedure, products used, and your health.
FAQ
Revision surgery is generally possible from 6 months after the previous operation. Waiting until the tissues and cartilage have stabilized allows for a more accurate assessment and a more predictable result. The appropriate timing varies with the condition of your nose and is planned after examination.
Yes. A nose that has shortened and become upturned due to contracture is reconstructed by rebuilding its supporting framework with a strong material such as autologous rib cartilage. We use 3D-CT to assess the degree of contracture and the condition of the remaining tissue before creating the plan.
Yes. However, we must also consider how the shape of your nose may change after implant removal. Using 3D-CT and a detailed assessment, we will recommend the safer approach—removal alone or removal with reconstruction.
Existing scars and adhesions can affect tissue dissection and blood flow, which may alter the degree of swelling, recovery time, and the extent of reconstruction that is possible.
We need to know the previous incision technique, implants, cartilage or injectable materials, and any history of infection or contracture to identify the cause of the current deformity and plan the extent of removal or reconstruction.
Contact the clinic immediately if the implant becomes visible or exposed, the color of the nasal skin changes, or pain or pus develops. Severe breathing difficulty requires emergency medical care.
Sugar Care System
Every step is handled with care, from an in-depth 1:1 consultation and precise diagnosis to operating-room CCTV monitoring and the selection of materials suited to you.
We closely support your recovery with swelling-reduction laser treatment, scar injections, vitamin injections, and dedicated 1:1 care.
We remain by your side through every stage of postoperative follow-up.