When you’re looking to correct your prior nose job with a revision rhinoplasty, it’s natural to be wary about undergoing a second nose reshaping surgery in NYC—or anywhere for that matter. It’s normal to feel some anxiety after a failed nasal surgery—you want your nose fixed, but at the same time you wish it wasn’t necessary to do so.
As experienced plastic and reconstructive surgeons, we feel the same way. We wouldn’t wish a secondary nose job on anyone—but we do get lots of satisfaction from performing revision rhinoplasty when all is said and done. That’s because revision rhinoplasty here in our Bergen County, NJ practice is absolutely worthwhile and we make sure of it.
Revision rhinoplasty can be a beautiful thing
We say this with the utmost confidence, because our patients are typically very glad they decided to have their prior nose job fixed—but that’s after the fact. Before you get to the happy conclusion, you may have quite a bit of uncertainty to go through.
Your anxiety up front, before revision rhinoplasty, can be a good thing, however. It can serve as a reminder to go forward prudently and choose your surgeon with the greatest care. If you take this important step to prepare for your revision rhinoplasty in NYC, or nearby NJ, you have an excellent opportunity to get the nose you really want.
Revision rhinoplasty: Going for it
So if something’s just not right after your primary rhinoplasty, don’t live with it. The fact that you’re reading this indicates that you haven’t gotten the result you’d hoped for. The problem with your nose is obviously distracting you, or in the worst case scenario, it may be limiting your life.
For this reason, we encourage you to proceed (provided you do so thoughtfully, without rushing your decisions.) With proper preparation and thorough research, you can improve your life with revision rhinoplasty—we see it happen nearly every day here in our Bergen County practice.
What to do when rhinoplasty goes wrong
Getting started on a new rhinoplasty journey can be frustrating, be we are here to help! Read through these tips to help you move forward:
Heal first
First of all, make sure your rhinoplasty has actually gone wrong. Make sure you’ve given yourself enough time to heal, including allowing swelling to dissipate. Some swelling will persist for up to a year, so you shouldn’t despair early in the healing process.
Communicate
Keep the lines of communication open with your surgeon and share your concerns with him or her.
Cooperate (up to a point)
If you feel like the surgical result has been unsatisfactory, and you’re getting the brush off, don’t despair. Give it some time and talk with your NYC rhinoplasty surgeon again at your next visit if things have not improved. (If there is a healing problem, like possible infection, this should be dealt with immediately. Don’t wait for your next scheduled appointment. Contact your surgeon and see them right away.)
Look for assistance
If you’re nearly healed and your surgeon doesn’t seem willing or able to understand your issues with your rhinoplasty result – or if you simply no longer trust him or her to solve the problem – it’s time to find a new surgeon for revision rhinoplasty. You’ll find many able rhinoplasty surgeons in NYC and in convenient nearby areas such as NJ, but remember to…
Choose a better surgeon this time
Yes, it’s true. You will need a better surgeon for your revision rhinoplasty surgery. This is a procedure that requires an top rhinoplasty surgeon, period. There is no substitute for experience when operating on a part of the body for the second time.
A bad nose job: How did this happen?
If you’re getting resistance to your dissatisfaction with your primary rhinoplasty from the surgeon:
- It’s sometimes the case that your initial surgeon may have taken on more than he or she was ready for. Even initial, primary rhinoplasty is complex. Surgeon inexperience is often the reason that revision rhinoplasty in NYC is necessary.
- In other instances, the surgeon didn’t listen to the patient’s goals and desires. This happens if the surgeon is not a good communicator, is inexperienced, in too much of a hurry, or just uncaring about what you want. But you can avoid all this in your secondary rhinoplasty in NJ or NYC.
Next time: Crafting a successful rhinoplasty experience
Your ideal surgeon (the one you’ll turn to for revision rhinoplasty) is expert at listening and communication. Your new rhinoplasty surgeon will ask questions to learn what you want and need. Then he or she will make a plan to achieve it.
When both surgeon and patient agree on a result, and the surgeon is skilled enough to deliver, revision rhinoplasty surgery will definitely be worth it.
If what you want from rhinoplasty is not possible, an expert surgeon will tell you honestly. Your surgeon may offer more realistic options for you. If you don’t see eye to eye with the surgeon’s point of view, then continue your search for your NJ or NYC revision rhinoplasty surgeon.
How to find your revision rhinoplasty surgeon in NJ or NYC
- See only a plastic and reconstructive surgeon: After a botched primary rhinoplasty, your revision rhinoplasty surgeon may need to perform cartilage grafts to strengthen the structure of your nose or even rebuild parts of it.
- Prioritize experience: Superb surgical technique is even more essential for a corrective nose surgery than it is for a primary nose job. (It takes years of experience to hone the most precise surgical skills—even if you were at the top of your class in medical school.) Look for a revision rhinoplasty specialist with 5+ years of experience and evidence of excellent past work. Keep in mind: not only do you deserve the very best care, you need it for a successful revision rhinoplasty experience in NJ or NYC.
- Talk about attractiveness: Your surgeon should have a well-tuned aesthetic sense that matches yours. The best plastic surgeons have an excellent understanding of classic beauty and facial proportion. At the same time, they are not (or shouldn’t be) focused on creating cookie cutter, generically attractive noses. Your surgeon should show great interest in how you want to look. Your surgeon should not seek to eliminate any hint of ethnicity in your nose, for example, unless that’s your goal and it’s realistically achievable from the current state of your anatomy.
- Avoid inflexibility and disinterest: If your surgeon is not interested in your opinion and goals or wants to dictate the way you should look without your input, this is not the right surgeon for you. Your surgeon should be able to provide guidance about balancing the features of the face for a pleasing appearance (but not make all of the decisions for you). Find a skilled, experienced surgeon who can share your vision.
- Get the details: A top surgeon will work to ensure that he or she understands what you want from your revision rhinoplasty and will create a detailed plan to accomplish it. Make sure the surgeon you select not only agrees to do your revision rhinoplasty surgery, but also make sure you understand how they will accomplish your goals. This helps you learn whether he or she has a plan in mind specifically for your case, or if they plan to wing it. (That’s a bad idea, because lack of preparation and planning means you don’t know what to expect as your result.)
- Seek honesty: The best surgeons are completely honest and upfront. If your goal is not possible or realistic, he or she should explain this. You don’t need a “yes” man or woman as your surgeon. If what you want is not achievable—and sometimes that happens when considering revision rhinoplasty—you deserve to know. The best surgeons seek to line up expectations and reality so that patients are only pleasantly surprised by the outcome of their surgery.
- Ask questions: b Be sure to ask questions to ensure that you understand the outcomes, as well as the risks you can expect from your revision rhinoplasty. Getting details like this also helps you learn whether the surgeon shows interest in your outcome and takes time to explain details fully. You’ll get a sense of the level of dedication the surgeon shows.
- Evaluate: After meeting your surgeon, think about whether you trust him or her to do their very best for you. You should feel very confident in the surgeon who will perform your revision rhinoplasty. Remember that even the best, most experienced surgeon in the world may not be the best for you. You should never compromise on qualifications or experience when choosing your surgeon, but you need the trust factor as well.
NYC: Not the most cost-effective or relaxed place for rhinoplasty
If the surgeon who turns out to be best for you happens to practice in NYC—that makes NYC the best place to get revision rhinoplasty. Be sure to choose the surgeon, not the city.
That said, having revision rhinoplasty in NYC can be anxiety provoking, since it’s always a busy and frenetic atmosphere. We’ve located our practice here in Bergen County, NJ, because it provides a comfortable atmosphere for patients, which is conducive to a calm and comfortable surgical experience. As a bonus, we’re close enough that New Yorkers can easily reach us to arrange a revision rhinoplasty.
Start with a consultation in Bergen County
No matter where you are, we’re happy to help you learn about the possibilities for repairing your nose with revision rhinoplasty. Contact Cohen/Winters Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery in Bergen County NJ, for a consultation.
