Rhinoplasty Resources
What Concerns Can Be Addressed with Nose Surgery?
Dr. Jeffrey Harmon
Nose surgery (rhinoplasty) can address multiple concerns about the nasal bridge (dorsum) and nasal tip. It is important to seek not only a fellowship-trained but also a...
moreWhere Does the Cartilage Used to Graft the Nose Come From?
Dr. Jeffrey Harmon
The nose is composed of multiple, matching, complexly shaped cartilage pieces and bone. The use of additional cartilage is often required to achieve specific functional or aesthetic goals during nose surgery (rhinoplasty)....
moreSeptoplasty versus Rhinoplasty: What is the Difference?
Dr. Jeffrey Harmon
A general Otolaryngologist (ENT) is the usually the first person a patient sees when they have difficulty breathing through their nose in Cincinnati, Ohio. There are multiple causes of nasal obstruction. A deviated nasal septum is one possible cause. Repair of a deviated septum can often improve...
moreWhy People Seek Revision Nose Surgery and the Expected Recovery
Dr. Jeffrey Harmon
Revision, or secondary, nose surgery (rhinoplasty) is a technically challenging procedure, largely because the previous surgery usually alters the nasal anatomy in unpredictable ways that require creativity and skill to...
moreIs There Such a Thing as a “Scarless” Rhinoplasty?
Dr. Jeffrey Harmon
The term “scarless” rhinoplasty is widely marketed. In reality, all incisions heal in a manner different than untouched skin. Incisions can be well-hidden and so subtle that almost no other individual would notice their presence. They can also be poorly hidden and/or abundantly obvious due to...
moreWhen is it Unwise to Narrow the Nasal Tip?
Dr. Jeffrey Harmon
Cosmetic nose surgery (rhinoplasty) is one of the most common procedures I perform. Patients who have never undergone nose surgery often request a “smaller” nasal tip. A more refined tip can be delivered with specialized...
moreWhat is the Difference Between a Functional and a Cosmetic Rhinoplasty?
Dr. Jeffrey Harmon
The difference(s) between a functional and a cosmetic rhinoplasty is(are) of philosophy and goals, not necessarily of specific surgical maneuvers. A functional rhinoplasty is focused on improving nasal breathing by widening...
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