INTRODUCTIONAugmentation rhinoplasty is the most common rhinoplasty procedure in the Asian population.Asian nose is characterized by a broad low dorsum,decreased tip projection,thick skin,abundant subcutaneous tissue,...INTRODUCTIONAugmentation rhinoplasty is the most common rhinoplasty procedure in the Asian population.Asian nose is characterized by a broad low dorsum,decreased tip projection,thick skin,abundant subcutaneous tissue,and a weak cartilage framework.[1] As a result,the patients often request a higher nasal dorsum and a more projected tip.Various materials have been reported for augmentation rhinoplasty.Alloplastic implants are widely used in Asia,for good esthetic outcomes and no donor site morbidity.Silicone and Gore-Tex are the most common used alloplastic implants,and can achieve good results.However,the limited biocompatibility may cause allergic reactions,extrusion,displacement,and infection.[2] Costal cartilage for abundant in quality can be carved in a variety of shapes.It is a useful graft for patients requiring substantial augmentation and revision rhinoplasty.展开更多
文摘INTRODUCTIONAugmentation rhinoplasty is the most common rhinoplasty procedure in the Asian population.Asian nose is characterized by a broad low dorsum,decreased tip projection,thick skin,abundant subcutaneous tissue,and a weak cartilage framework.[1] As a result,the patients often request a higher nasal dorsum and a more projected tip.Various materials have been reported for augmentation rhinoplasty.Alloplastic implants are widely used in Asia,for good esthetic outcomes and no donor site morbidity.Silicone and Gore-Tex are the most common used alloplastic implants,and can achieve good results.However,the limited biocompatibility may cause allergic reactions,extrusion,displacement,and infection.[2] Costal cartilage for abundant in quality can be carved in a variety of shapes.It is a useful graft for patients requiring substantial augmentation and revision rhinoplasty.
