Rhinoplasty with rib cartilage

[tracypham]

This is my quote from VIP for surgery with Dr Lee:

• 100% rib cartilage rhinoplasty: US$11,000 + Revision Cost US$2,000

Ouch! Not sure what Revision cost of US$2,000 for. I didn't ask because it is already way out of my budget.

 

[Bluefly007]

This is my quote from VIP for surgery with Dr Lee:

• 100% rib cartilage rhinoplasty: US$11,000 + Revision Cost US$2,000

Ouch! Not sure what Revision cost of US$2,000 for. I didn't ask because it is already way out of my budget.

Wow that’s pretty high, how do you think of his work though ? I’m going for consultation next month with him

 

[tracypham]

Wow that’s pretty high, how do you think of his work though ? I’m going for consultation next month with him

I am from the US, and I only have email consultation with the clinic. I sent in several pictures of my face from different angles and they send me back the recommendation procedures.

 

[tracypham]

@Bluefy007 - how much did they quote you? I just want to make sure they are not over charging me because I am not local.

 

[sunnydayz19]

@Bluefy007 - how much did they quote you? I just want to make sure they are not over charging me because I am not local.

Im from the US too and did online consultation with VIP and I got quoted a higher price for revision rhino $12,000 + $2,000 revision fee plus $3,000 midface augmentation.

 

[Bluefly007]

@Bluefy007 - how much did they quote you? I just want to make sure they are not over charging me because I am not local.

they are quoting me 12K + 2K for revision fee and 3K for midface augmentation too. So you are 1K cheaper

 

[Kioku]

I had rib placed in my tip nine days ago, how long does it take for your smile to return to normal?
I feel strange smiling as my top teeth don't fully show anymore as its restricted and it also feels like a piece of wood has been placed in the middle of my nose as its very stiff.
Also I think the tip is a little high at angles and my nose feels elongated, will it get smaller?
I had a small, slightly upturned nose with a non existent bridge before, maybe I need to get used to it.

Hiya! It's been a couple months and I'm just seeing this thread now. How are your results looking? I've read quite a few times that your nose will look 'exaggerated' (lack of wording right now) especially the first couple months due to swelling and it does get smaller, along with it being too high, it will droop/settle downwards a little bit due to gravity while it heals (anyone correct me if I'm wrong, that's just my grasping and logic of the ordeal)

 

[uniuniagi]

A girlfriend of mine did her rib rhino at VIP. Side profile turned out beautifully and was a big improvement, but her nose looks a tad deviated, a year later. More of an issue with using rib cartilage, I think.

I'm always confused. How did it deviate? Does this mean it looks totally out of whack?

 

[uniuniagi]

I agree with you. I think rib rhinoplasty is for more extreme cases and difficult revisions. I had rib removed from my nose and I'm so glad I did. I realize now I never needed it in the first place--it's very invasive, takes longer, and of course, the cost of it pads many doctors pockets.

Can I ask why you say this? I think I've heard this a few times but no one ever says why.

 

[Victoria2020]

I agree with you. I think rib rhinoplasty is for more extreme cases and difficult revisions. I had rib removed from my nose and I'm so glad I did. I realize now I never needed it in the first place--it's very invasive, takes longer, and of course, the cost of it pads many doctors pockets.

Hi
Why did you had your rib removed from your nose ?
Did you get an implant afterwards ?

 

[alicia K]

a friend of mine did the diced cartilage method for her bridge. I think it wasnt her rib, but it was donated cartilage. Seems pretty nice imho, but shes only 3 months down

Hey! Where did she get the dcf done ? I’m looking all over for doctors that offer this method but can’t seem to find any

 

[alicia K]

It’s way more expensive. The rib cartilage extraction is the expensive part of it. And it’s a 6 hour procedure. I haven’t done it yet. Still trying to decide which one to do and what hospital to go to. How’s your surgery and what hospital you went to.?

Wow! Are I wouldn’t think it would be safe to be put under for that long

 

[callherdaddy]

a friend of mine did the diced cartilage method for her bridge. I think it wasnt her rib, but it was donated cartilage. Seems pretty nice imho, but shes only 3 months down

hey I haven't been able to find a doc that does DCF do you mind telling me who your friend went to?

 

[Secondkookie]

Has anyone removed septal graft extension via rib for their revision asian rhinoplasty? I want to remove it all to revert back to my old nose but Im not sure how this will look.