How long does an autologous rib cartilage rhinoplasty last?

Usually, the effect of autologous rib cartilage rhinoplasty can be maintained for life. Since the rhinoplasty material comes from our own tissue, there will be no rejection, relatively safe, no side effects, and the autologous cartilage and the local tissue of the nose can heal into one, relatively stable, not easy to deform, realistic to the touch and realistic in shape. This procedure is usually performed with cosmetic sutures, and the stitches are removed about 7-10 days after surgery. The incision will be red in the early stages, slowly fade and finally return to a thin, inconspicuous line. Typically, there is a 10% bending of the rib cartilage. After years of clinical practice, this can be largely avoided. In addition, there is a mild resorption of the rib cartilage, but the rate of resorption is only 2 to 3 percent. This is taken into account by the professional surgeon when designing the plan and does not affect the overall shape of the nose. Overall, a rib cartilage rhinoplasty can be a once and for all solution. As long as the patient is satisfied with the shape and results of the surgery and does not experience any discomfort, there is no need to repair it later, and the results can be maintained permanently, which is currently the preferred method of rhinoplasty.