Strong support for a firm and natural nose line! Respec Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty Respec creates a beautiful nose line without sagging worries using autologous rib cartilage. PROLOGUE Rib cartilage is soft and has good firmness, allowing for a sturdy support structure and ample cartilage can be harvested. Therefore, it can show good results in revision surgeries where the alar cartilage support is weak, the nasal tip soft tissue is thick, or there is severe tissue damage due to inappropriate previous surgery. A separate surgery is required to harvest rib cartilage, and scars may occur but become unnoticeable over time. Surgery time: 2-3 hours Hospitalization: Not required Follow-up visits: 2 to 3 times Anesthesia Method: General anesthesia Suture Removal: 7 days before/after Recovery period: 7 days Results and surgical methods may vary depending on the patient's condition. Why Respec Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty is Special! Rib cartilage, being one of the autologous cartilages, is abundant and strong, so it can have significant effects in cases requiring an implant or revision surgery due to its low foreign body reaction. Natural nose line Creates a natural nose line using durable rib cartilage. Ample amount and strong support Can obtain a sufficient amount of cartilage and create a pert nose line with solid support. Minimized inflammation and side effects By not using artificial implants, worries about inflammation and side effects are minimized. Rib cartilage rhinoplasty offers high support and uses large rib cartilage as a material for the surgery, but many hesitate due to concerns about pain, scars, and recovery. If necessary, our Respec clinic can significantly reduce such concerns. FAQs About Respec Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty Do you have any questions about Respec Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty? Will a large scar remain at the incision site when harvesting rib cartilage? No, the size of the scar is less than 2cm, which is about the size of a little finger joint, so the degree of scarring is also less. The incision for harvesting rib cartilage is made less than 2 cm, approximately the size of a little finger joint, which also minimizes the extent of the scar. The scar's location below the diaphragm reduces the possibility of hypertrophic scars. Is a drainage tube used when harvesting rib cartilage? No, a drainage tube is not used during rib cartilage harvest. Although drainage tubes are commonly used postoperatively as space can occur at the harvest site, allowing serum or blood to accumulate, Respec uses methods like precise harvesting, periosteum suturing, and non-cutting of muscles, thus rarely using drainage tubes. Is the pain significant at the incision site? No, the pain at the incision site is minimal, and there are no additional scars. Muscle non-cutting and periosteum suturing lead to less bleeding and pain, and faster recovery. In addition, because ear cartilage or septal cartilage is not harvested, there is no incision behind the ear, resulting in less postoperative swelling and quicker recovery. What is costal cartilage? It refers to the chest cartilage located under the chest. Compared to other cartilages used in nasal surgery, costal cartilage has strong support and durability, allowing for the creation of an upright nasal line even in cases where the nose is anatomically deficient. Advantages of costal cartilage 01 | As a biological tissue, it has almost no side effects due to exposure to inflammation. 02 | It is more abundant and stronger than septal cartilage or ear cartilage. 03 | It can be used for various purposes depending on how it is shaped. 04 | Excellent as a material for the nasal columella to correct contracted noses and short noses. Autologous costal cartilage Refers to the cartilage at the end of one's own ribs. The necessary amount for nasal surgery can be obtained, commonly using ribs number 6 to 10. Donated costal cartilage Refers to chest cartilage obtained through a cadaver from another person, used after eliminating cartilage cells between the cartilage materials through radiation treatment to remove immune reactions. Advantages Disadvantages Lower probability of side effects compared to artificial implants. Sufficient amount to improve from the tip of the nose to the nasal bridge. A separate surgery is required to harvest the costal cartilage. A slight scar occurs under the chest. No separate surgery is needed for the harvesting. Therefore, no scars occur from the harvesting of costal cartilage. The cost increases with the amount of cartilage. There is a risk of infection compared to autologous costal cartilage. Great for those who want a sturdy nasal line without worrying about side effects! 01 | If you desire a high nasal bridge but anticipate complications from implants due to thin skin 02 | If you want to increase the height of the nasal tip more three-dimensionally 03 | If there is an aversion to artificial implants 04 | If there is significant tissue damage from a previous surgery 05 | If there are concerns about infections, contraction, and other side effects The key is to delicately harvest the lower costal cartilage with minimal incisions and use the precise length and volume to match the desired nose height and tip! Costal cartilage rhinoplasty is more complex to handle than rhinoplasty using artificial implants, making the expertise and skill of the medical staff paramount. Increased nasal bridge volume Reinforcement of support Improvement of the nasal tip Costal Cartilage Harvesting Not the usual 6th cartilage but partially harvesting from the lower costal cartilage. Increasing nasal bridge volume using costal cartilage Creating a prominent volume with costal cartilage for a low nasal bridge. Strengthening the support (pillar) using costal cartilage Reinforcing the nasal columella with costal cartilage to enhance support. Improving the nasal tip using costal cartilage Elegantly raising a sunken nasal tip with costal cartilage. A solid and natural nasal line that remains unchanged over time! Natural and beautiful nasal line Alleviation of nasal inflammation and issues Increased facial dimensionality Permanent maintenance after successful engraftment