Do most doctors harvest cartilage from your own body to do your rhinoplasty? (photos)
RealSelf actual patient comment:
I’m considering doing a rhinoplasty on my nose bridge but I want to use the cartilage that’s in my body not a silicone implant. Which one is better the silicone implant or the cartilage?
A: There is no question that it is better to have your own cartilage implanted as a graft as opposed to silicone or other implants. In your case you will need to have rib cartilage harvested and used to build your nasal dorm and shape your nose. It is imperative to make sure that you choose your expert rhinoplasty surgeon carefully. I highly recommend Ari Hyman, MD who is not only a skilled surgeon but also an artist. Good luck and be well.
