How long does it take for rib cartilage rhinoplasty to heal? How is this surgery performed? How much does it cost for autologous cartilage nose surgery? If you are on the same page, please refer to the following article for further details.
What is rib cartilage rhinoplasty?
Autologous rhinoplasty with nose surgery is a cosmetic surgery that helps to change the shape and the size of your nose by applying advanced technology.
Pros and Cons of rib cartilage rhinoplasty
As this rhinoplasty procedure is performed by conducting a part of the rib cage from the patient’s body, the best result can be achieved when you have this surgery done by a highly-skilled and experienced plastic surgeon, here below are several superior benefits when having autologous cartilage nose surgery:
- No exposure of the nose bridge through ruptured skin or red nose tip
- A naturally higher nose bridge with no trace of plastic surgery
- High compatibility with the patient’s body (as the used rib cartilage is taken from his or her own body)
Apart from the above significant advantages, nose surgery with autologous rib cartilage graft also has several downsides:
- This nose surgery requires a more complicated technique involved with two incisions at both the rib cage and nose. So, this technique may pose more risks than others when it has not been done by a highly – skilled and experienced cosmetic surgeon.
- The cost for rib cartilage rhinoplasty due to its complicated technique is often higher compared to another rhinoplasty with artificial or ear cartilage.
How long does it take for rib cartilage rhinoplasty to heal?
Many people wonder how long is enough for the wound to heal. It depends on each body’s condition and the follow-up care done at home; yet, the process of healing a wound can be described as follow:
- 3 – 5 days after surgery: At this stage, there are pain, bruises, and swelling in your nose, this is common and will be settled by taking the prescribed medicine and adhering to follow-up care given by your surgeons.
- After 1 – 2 weeks: Những cơ đau và sưng ở mũi cơ bản đã không còn. There is no more pain and bruises at the wound.
- 3 – 6 months after surgery: Nose shape will change and settle in the desired shape.
- After 6 months: At this stage, your nose almost settle into the desired shape
How Long Does it take for Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty to heal?
What are the risks and complications after cartilage nose surgery?
There are many complications of rhinoplasty that can occur when you accidentally choose an uncredited cosmetic facility to perform your nose surgery.
When your nose surgery is done by a plastic surgeon without great technical skills, your nose also may have some arising problems. Those risks and complications are mentioned in the below article. Please click the below link to read the article:
Does my nose shrink after rib cartilage nose surgery?
Fortunately, rhinoplasty with rib cartilage or any other nose surgery is hard to last permanently. For autologous nose jobs, the nasal cartilage is likely to shrink over time. However, the result can maintain for 7 – 15 years (cases vary depending on your body).
How autologous cartilage nose surgery is performed? Review of rib cartilage rhinoplasty At “Gangwhoo” through 6 steps
When undergoing rib cartilage rhinoplasty at Gangwhoo Cosmetic Hospital, this rhinoplasty procedure goes as follows:
- Step 1: Proceed with pre-surgery consultation and examine your area of concern
- Step 2: Conduct a physical examination to determine whether is eligible to undergo the planned surgery
- Step 3: Completing all the customer’s profile and medical record, your surgeon will measure and analyze the nose structure to identify the size of the rib cartilage to be cut out.
- Step 4: Apply general anesthesia or pre-anesthesia
- Step 5: Carry out the nose surgery and take rib cartilage
- Step 6: Finally, re-examine the result of nose surgery, determine the time frame for staying at the hospital before discharge, and give instructions for follow-up care at home.
How much does it cost for rib cartilage rhinoplasty? Is it expensive?
Currently, the cost for autologous cartilage nose surgery can range from 50 – 300 million VND, depending on the quality of the cosmetic hospital you choose to perform.
Qualifications of a prestigious aesthetic hospital include:
- The reputation and quality of cosmetic surgery
- Surgical equipment and machinery
- Professional qualifications of plastic surgeons
- The quality of anesthesia being used
If you would like to know the detailed price for each type of rhinoplasty, please have a look at the following table demonstrating the price for nose job surgeries (discounts are not included) at Gangwhoo Cosmetic Hospital.
| SERVICES | PRICE (VND) | WARRANTY |
| Nano Biological Ear Cartilage Rhinoplasty | + 10,000,000 | … |
| Nano Biological Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty | + 35,000,000 | … |
| Korean Rhinoplasty | 12,000,000 | 5 years |
| Cartilage Rhinoplasty | 18,000,000 | 10 years |
| Structural Rhinoplasty (S line 3D – L line 3D) | 40,000,000 | 15 years |
| Structural Rhinoplasty (S line 4D – L line 4D) | 50,000,000 | 15 years |
| Structural Rhinoplasty (S line 6D – L line 6D) | 70,000,000 | Permanent |
| Rhinoplasty (Nanoform 3D) | 40,000,000 | |
| Rhinoplasty (Nanoform 4D) | 50,000,000 | |
| Rhinoplasty (Nanoform 6D) | 70,000,000 | |
| S-Line – L-line Superstructural Rhinoplasty | 70,000,000 | Permanent |
| Rib cartilage Rhinoplasty | 100,000,000 | Permanent |
| Perfect Rhinoplasty | 80,000,000 | Permanent |
| Korean Thread Rhinoplasty | 7,000,000 | 2 years |
| Nano Collagen Thread Rhinoplasty | 10,000,000 | 3 years |
| Multi-layer Collagen Thread Rhinoplasty | 25,000,000 | 5 years |
| Nose Revision (Cases Vary) | 5,000,000 – 7,000,000 | Permanent |
| Nasal Wing Reduction | 7,000,000 | Permanent |
| Dorsal Hump Rhinoplasty | 10,000,000 | Permanent |
| Nose Tip Reduction/Adjustment | 25,000,000 | Permanent |
| Deviated Septum Correction | 15,000,000 | Cases vary |
| Nasal Bone Correction | 15,000,000 | Permanent |
| Nose Correction due to Cleft Lip or Trauma | 30,000,000 | Cases vary |
Direct Contact to Gangwhoo Cosmetic Hospital to further consultation:
- Address: 576 – 578 Cong Hoa Street, Ward 13, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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