Cosmetic Surgery Practice in Detroit Seeing More Revision Rhinoplasty

BIRMINGHAM, Mich. - April 3, 2014 - PRLog -- Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. William Vasileff is seeing a rise in the number of people who experienced an undesirable outcome from nose surgery and are now seeking help at his cosmetic surgery practice serving Detroit to fix an uncorrected problem.

It's estimated that about 15 percent of nose surgeries, also known as rhinoplasties, require revision, usually to correct a specific cosmetic issue such as a crooked tip or a functional issue like difficulty breathing.

"Most people are happy with the results of their rhinoplasty, but I'm seeing many new patients who are dissatisfied with their previous surgery and want to fix an uncorrected problem," says Dr. Vasileff. "The common sentiment is that their surgery went too far or not far enough."

Although the problem may not be the fault of the original surgeon, Dr. Vasileff stresses the importance of choosing a qualified plastic surgeon for Detroit rhinoplasty. The surgeon must take the time to understand a patient's goals and perform a full examination to evaluate skin, cartilage strength and bone structure.

"Rhinoplasty is not easy to perform," adds Dr. Vasileff. "Creating an aesthetically pleasing nose to match your face is very much like sculpting so you need to choose a doctor who has a sophisticated understanding of nasal structure and surgical technique."

Dr. Vasileff (http://www.drvasileff.com/plastic-surgeon/dr-vasileff.cfm) urges people considering a revision rhinoplasty to select a doctor who is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), the organization that certifies plastic surgeons. When a surgeon says that he or she is "board certified," it does not necessarily mean ABPS-certified, so be sure to check. And, even then, it's important to ask about the surgeon's training, hospital privileges and professional memberships.

For people who are unhappy with the results of their nose surgery (http://www.drvasileff.com/facial-rejuvenation/rhinoplasty...), Dr. Vasileff advises waiting at least one year before considering a revision procedure. This allows ample time for nasal swelling to subside and for scar tissue to soften so the surgeon can correct the problem.