The hottest trend in rhinoplasty today is undoubtedly 100% silicone-free nose augmentation. This method uses the open rhinoplasty technique, and the materials used to replace silicone vary depending on the patient’s preferences.
To achieve a higher, more refined nasal bridge, the procedure must be tailored to the skin at the nasal tip, as well as the shape and structure of the existing nose. Using only silicone may lead to complications such as tip extrusion. To prevent this, surgeons use the patient’s own tissue or biological materials—typically cartilage—such as ear cartilage, septal cartilage, or rib cartilage.
What’s the Best Material for Rhinoplasty?
When it comes to achieving a stunning nose, the design must follow the Golden Ratio of facial proportions. This requires personalized assessment based on the patient’s existing nasal structure. Currently, the trend of silicone-free rhinoplasty is the latest innovation. The material used is 100% autologous—taken from the patient’s own body. Rib cartilage is used to replace silicone, combined with septal extension to project the nose tip. This eliminates the risk of extrusion associated with silicone implants.
Rhinoplasty Using “Rib Cartilage”
Rib cartilage rhinoplasty is performed using the open technique to reshape and reconstruct the nose in ways that silicone cannot. The cartilage is harvested from the patient’s own rib. The surgeon makes a 3–4 cm incision beneath the breast to extract a 2–3 cm segment of rib cartilage, which is then sculpted into the desired nasal shape. Additional structural modifications may include base narrowing, hump reduction, and septal extension.
This procedure requires a highly skilled surgeon. Without proper expertise, complications may arise. The surgery is time-consuming and relatively expensive.
Who Is Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty Suitable For?
- Patients with thin nasal skin or minimal soft tissue, where silicone implants pose a high risk of extrusion
- Patients with short or low nasal structure who desire a high, projected nose shape—ear cartilage alone is insufficient, so rib cartilage is needed to achieve the desired result
Advantages of Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty
- Reduces risk of inflammation, infection, and extrusion
- Allows for more precise structural correction
- Produces a beautifully shaped nose with natural results, superior to silicone implants
- 100% silicone-free rhinoplasty
For anyone planning a rhinoplasty or revision, BLS Surgery Center offers procedures performed by board-certified surgeons in a hospital-grade operating room. Each nose is custom-designed to suit the patient’s facial features, ensuring safety and eliminating future extrusion risks.
