The shape of the nose directly impacts facial aesthetics. To enhance one's appearance, the nose requires special attention! Nowadays, rhinoplasty is widely chosen for improvement, with autologous fat grafting being one of the most common procedures.
Autologous Cartilage Rhinoplasty Materials and Techniques
Marshmallow Cartilage Grafting: Rib cartilage undergoes specialized processing into granular particles, neutralizing its inherent curvature. This is then wrapped in fascia to form elongated grafts. Once implanted into the nasal bridge, these grafts are easily molded without bending or deforming, offering permanent, non-shifting results.
Autologous Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty: Cartilage is harvested from the seventh rib, meticulously sculpted, and implanted into the nose. Primarily used for augmenting the nasal bridge, rib cartilage offers ample material but is prone to deformation. Therefore, highly skilled surgeons are essential to ensure optimal results.
Autologous Ear Cartilage Rhinoplasty: A suitable amount of auricular cartilage is harvested as an implant. Due to limited harvestable volume, it is often used for tip or alar augmentation and may be combined with prosthetic materials to complete the rhinoplasty procedure.
Septal Cartilage Rhinoplasty: The entire posterior inferior portion of the nasal septum is harvested, meticulously sculpted, and implanted into the nose. Primarily used for nasal tip refinement, this method offers very limited harvestable volume. Its firm texture facilitates superior fixation.