Why I decided on revision rhinoplasty - I had my first rhinoplasty with silicone, but for several reasons I had to have the implant removed first. After removing it, my biggest source of stress was that my nasal bridge had become too low. For this revision, I absolutely did not want an implant again, and I wanted a method that would be safe and stay firmly in place. Why I chose ALU Plastic Surgery - While visiting various clinics to research revision rhinoplasty, I came across reviews of autologous costal cartilage rhinoplasty on YouTube. I desperately did not want another revision, so ALU Plastic Surgery, a clinic specializing in autologous costal cartilage, stood out to me. During the consultation, Dr. Hyun-joo Kim’s firm confidence in the surgery gave me deep trust, and I booked immediately. Consultation and surgical method - After a thorough consultation with Dr. Hyun-joo Kim, I decided on the following: Nasal bridge: customized 3D DCF using minced rib cartilage Nasal tip: autologous costal cartilage with septal reinforcement and lengthening Additional corrections: lowering the columella, nasolabial angle correction, and functional nasal surgery for rhinitis I underwent rhinoplasty with the line designed entirely using my own tissue, without any implant. Recovery and honest satisfaction at two months Pain and recovery: The rib area where the autologous cartilage was harvested was honestly quite painful until about one month after rhinoplasty, causing some inconvenience in daily life. But now that it has been two months, the pain has completely disappeared and I am comfortable! Nasal shape and satisfaction: Personally, I sometimes feel the nasal bridge volume is slightly lacking. However, the doctor said this was the most ideal and harmonious shape for the current condition of my nose, so I trust the professional opinion and am satisfied. Most of all, I feel reassured that I completed revision surgery safely without an implant.
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- 김현주
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- Doctor’s manner5/5
- Consultation expertise5/5
- Staff courtesy5/5
- Facilities5/5
- Result met expectations4/5