Disclosure: The authors have nothing to disclose. Keywords (4-8): Rhinoplasty, crushed cartilage, camouflage grafts, rhinoplasty augmentation, tip grafts Abstract Crushed cartilage grafts are a valuable option for slight augmentation and camouflage in rhinoplasty. In this chapter we describe our technique for preparing crushed cartilage in a systematic way as well as a classification system for… [Read More]
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Primary Tip Rhinoplasty and Suture Techniques
Each nose is unique with its own characteristics. The patient has an expectation considering to communal perception of beautiful nose, while, the surgeon’s goal is to create a nose that will be admired by the patient, the community, and the surgeon him/herself. There is no doubt that, understanding the patient’s goals is the major issue… [Read More]
The Endonasal Approach: Overview and Personal Philosophy
Abstract Endonasal rhinoplasty has long been considered a reductive operation. With the advent of cartilage grafting and support and better understanding of nasal dynamics, endonasal rhinoplasty can be performed in a predictable manner. The advantages of shorter operative time, less prolonged postoperative swelling, and less postoperative skin contracture have allowed endonasal rhinoplasty to continue to… [Read More]