Also known as Secondary or Tertiary Rhinoplasty, this procedure is to correct a prior unsuccessful surgery, or series of surgeries, of the nose.  The rhinoplasty is the surgery of the nose to define, reshape or create symmetry through out the face with the nose as the center of attention.  The revision procedure is a extremely delicate and an even more difficult operation than the primary rhinoplasty surgery.  One should never rush into this surgery without fully preparing themselves, emotionally and mentally it.  The revision rhinoplasty surgery is very specialized and certainly not all surgeons are capable of giving you a wonderful nasal result the second time around, much less after several rhinoplasties.  So please research your surgeon carefully before committing to a procedure such as this.

Unfortunately, damage from prior rhinoplasties may not be only cosmetic, please ascertain if your needs are not only aesthetic but functional as well.  Nasal Collapse is often a traumatic experience for the patient and can certainly hinder one's social life and conformability.  Breathing can be hindered and an array of complications can ensue.  However, many times when the nasal surgery addresses functionality insurance will cover a portion of the surgical fee.  Also be aware that depression and revision surgery is an issue that should not be ignored.  It is very stressing to the mind and body.  If you need to speak with someone about it, please do so.  Some patients believe when they receive a unsatisfactory or damaging result  that it was "deserved for being vain."  This simply isn't so -- please realize that.

Due to the complexity of this procedure and the sensitive issues which accompany it we recommend visiting the below website for more information and to take part in an entire Discussion Community devoted to just Revision Rhinoplasty & Reversionary Functional Septoplasty.