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Rhinoplasty Septal Cartilage Harvest and Reconstruction: The 4 Clicks
Alejandro R Gimenez1, Zachary Borab2, Sean Fisher2
1From the Division of Plastic Surgery, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX.
Abstract:
Successful rhinoplasty relies on a deep understanding of nasal anatomy and precise nasal tip control for lasting functional and aesthetic outcomes. Structural grafts, like septal extension grafts, are instrumental in maintaining tip position and projection with minimal long-term changes. This article details a systematic technique to harvest septal cartilage that maximizes graft material and allows for effective septal deviation correction.
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