Is a Revision Rhinoplasty Painful?

Revision rhinoplasty is performed under general anesthesia, ensuring patients are asleep and unable to feel any pain during their procedure. After revision nose surgery, it is common to encounter bruising, swelling, and soreness. These symptoms are well managed with prescription pain medications provided by the doctor, and most patients find they can switch to over-the-counter painkillers within a few days.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

In addition to your consultation and surgery date, you will need to attend a series of follow-up visits with Dr. Slocum after your procedure to ensure that you are healing properly and that no complications have emerged. Dr. Slocum continues to care for your safety and well-being long after you have left the office.

How Long Until I See Results?

As with the initial surgery, it can take time to see your full results after revision surgery. This is because there will likely be a good amount of swelling that needs to resolve before the final shape of your nose is evident. If you have a severe deformity, such as a saddle nose or crooked tip, this often is corrected immediately after the surgery.

Can I Combine a Revision Rhinoplasty With Other Procedures?

Yes. Many of our Portsmouth and Dover patients choose to combine cosmetic procedures to lower overall costs and shorten total recovery time. If you are interested in other aesthetic treatments, don’t hesitate to discuss them with Dr. Slocum during your private consultation in New Hampshire.

What Are the Risks Associated With a Revision Rhinoplasty?

Dr. Slocum does everything possible to reduce surgical risks through an immaculate practice environment, conservative, state-of-the-art techniques, and the utmost precision. However, all cosmetic procedures come with inherent risks. For revision rhinoplasty, these include: Infection Septum perforation Anesthesia risks Bleeding Swelling Skin discoloration Scarring Poor aesthetic appearance Asymmetry Nasal blockage Nerve damage

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Revision Rhinoplasty

Introduction to Revision Rhinoplasty

When patients are unhappy with their results after primary nose surgery—whether due to complications, poor breathing, or cosmetic imperfections—a revision rhinoplasty can help restore peace of mind and a positive self-image. Dr. Alexander Slocum in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, has the expertise and skill to deliver nuanced changes, correcting your concerns while dealing with the complexities of excess scar tissue for patients in Dover, Boston, and the entire New England area. He utilizes today’s most cutting-edge techniques to help you achieve the beautiful, balanced rhinoplasty outcome you originally envisioned.

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What is Revision Rhinoplasty?

After nose surgery, it can take up to one year for all residual swelling to completely resolve. Because of this, it is critical that patients judge their rhinoplasty results after adequate time has passed for healing. While some imperfections are noticeable sooner, other features may still change as the swelling goes down, which can alter the nose’s appearance. If imperfections and concerns persist after this time, it may be prudent to pursue a revision procedure with a highly respected, board-certified nose surgeon such as Dr. Slocum in Portsmouth, NH. The doctor can assess the underlying issues that led to your dissatisfaction and provide subtle changes that improve nasal appearance and functionality.

Tailored Rhinoplasty Solutions for Every Profile

Types of Revision Rhinoplasty

Revision Rhinoplasty for Men

Dr. Slocum is adept at tailoring his surgical approach to the male face. For men, he performs revision rhinoplasty to balance the profile and enhance breathing function while being careful to maintain the masculinity of the features and not “feminize” the face. If you are a male patient in Dover, Boston, or the greater New England area, trust your revision surgery to an experienced surgeon like Dr. Slocum in Portsmouth, NH, who will go above and beyond to help you achieve the aesthetic results you had hoped for the first time around.

Revision after Liquid Rhinoplasty

This also applies to patients who have had previous filler injections and are dissatisfied with their appearance. Dr. Slocum can help you determine if correcting your concerns is best achieved by dissolving the old filler, placing additional filler, or surgical correction. If you are a patient in the Boston, Dover, or greater New England area who has had a previous liquid Rhinoplasty and would like help with achieving the result you initially hoped for, call Seacoast Plastic Surgery and schedule a consultation with Dr. Slocum.

What Are the Benefits of Revision Rhinoplasty?

Revision rhinoplasty in Portsmouth and the Dover area can be a life-changing procedure that resolves the anxiety and distress many patients feel after the disappointing results of their original nose surgery. Benefits include:

Improved balance among the features
Correction of abnormalities in the bridge, such as a saddle nose or open roof deformity
Improvement in the tip shape or appearance, such as correction of a Polly beak deformity
Correction of nostril asymmetry
Greater symmetry
Enhanced breathing function
Realignment of the septum
A boost in self-confidence

Who Are the Best Candidates For Revision Rhinoplasty?

The best way to determine your candidacy for revision nose surgery is to meet with Dr. Slocum for a private consultation in Portsmouth, NH. During this initial meeting, the doctor will assess your scar tissue, review your concerns, and go over your medical history. Ideal candidates are:

Dissatisfied with their results after primary rhinoplasty
Prepared to wait at least 12 months after their initial surgery before undergoing a revision
Unable to breathe properly
Dealing with injury or trauma to the nose that occurred after primary rhinoplasty
Physically and mentally healthy
Non-smokers
Realistic in their expectations for their results
Willing to follow Dr. Slocum’s instructions before and after surgery

Dr. Slocum is always willing to meet with patients who have concerns after a previous rhinoplasty. Please try to bring any documentation you have with you. This includes photos from before your first surgery, simulated images provided by the other surgeon, any operative reports from your previous surgery, and any additional photos or notes that may be relevant. The more information, the better, as this helps Dr. Slocum paint a more complete picture of your journey up to this point.

Let’s Get Started

What’s The
First Step?

After your candidacy for revision nose surgery has been confirmed and Dr. Slocum has determined that your nose has fully healed from the primary rhinoplasty procedure, you may be asked to begin preparing for your revision in a number of ways. You may need to complete medical testing and lab work to confirm your overall health, and you will be asked to discontinue certain medications that might raise the risk of complications. You should fill prescriptions ahead of time and schedule a helper to drive you home after your surgery. If you have pets or children, it’s a good idea to schedule assistance ahead of time so you can focus on healing once your recovery begins.

What to Expect on the Day of Revision Rhinoplasty Surgery

Dr. Slocum tailors every surgery to the individual, so each revision rhinoplasty procedure will be slightly different. In general, revision surgery is more complex than primary rhinoplasty because the surgeon must deal with scar tissue and functional irregularities that require a delicate approach. Treatment time can, therefore, extend over 3-5 hours. Dr. Slocum may rely on advanced techniques such as grafting or implants to correct cosmetic and functional nasal issues. He will recommend either open or closed nose surgery based on your unique anatomy and goals. With open surgery, the incision is made at the base of the nose across the columella, whereas with a closed approach, all incisions are created inside the nose, where scarring is undetectable.

Revision Rhinoplasty Recovery

After revision rhinoplasty, you will be groggy from anesthesia, and your nose will be bandaged. Pain is usually very manageable, and any swelling and soreness will peak in the first few days and then gradually resolve over the course of several weeks. Pain medications provided by Dr. Slocum can help you to manage discomfort. Most patients will need several weeks of rest and downtime to properly heal. Strenuous exercise will need to be avoided for 4-6 weeks. Make sure to sleep with your head elevated at night, which will help to minimize swelling. Dr. Slocum will meet with you regularly to remove your splints, assess your incision, and monitor any complications that may arise during your recovery.

Fair & Transparent Pricing

How Much Does a Revision Rhinoplasty Cost in Dover or New Hampshire?

The cost of revision rhinoplasty in Portsmouth, Dover, and the greater New England area can range from around $9,000-$15,000, depending on the complexity of the work required. Dr. Slocum prides himself on transparency and will provide a clear quote for services after your New England in-office assessment has been completed.

SPS Expertise

Why Choose Us
for Rhinoplasty?

Dr. Alexander Slocum, Jr, MD/PhD, FACS, is a trusted and accomplished board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon serving patients in and beyond Portsmouth and Dover, NH. He is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), the American College of Surgeons (FACS), the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), and the Aesthetic Society for American Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS). A New Hampshire native, Dr. Slocum obtained his education at the Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine at Marshall University in West Virginia before going on to complete a general surgery internship at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. Following his internship, Dr. Slocum moved to Wisconsin with his family, where he then completed an integrated plastic surgery residency. After working with another surgeon for about two years, he decided to open Seacoast Plastic Surgery and Medical Aesthetics in his home state, and he has been delivering exceptional concierge care to patients ever since.

Revision Rhinoplasty FAQs

Revision rhinoplasty is performed under general anesthesia, ensuring patients are asleep and unable to feel any pain during their procedure. After revision nose surgery, it is common to encounter bruising, swelling, and soreness. These symptoms are well managed with prescription pain medications provided by the doctor, and most patients find they can switch to over-the-counter painkillers within a few days.
As with the initial surgery, it can take time to see your full results after revision surgery. This is because there will likely be a good amount of swelling that needs to resolve before the final shape of your nose is evident. If you have a severe deformity, such as a saddle nose or crooked tip, this often is corrected immediately after the surgery.
Dr. Slocum does everything possible to reduce surgical risks through an immaculate practice environment, conservative, state-of-the-art techniques, and the utmost precision. However, all cosmetic procedures come with inherent risks. For revision rhinoplasty, these include:
- Infection
- Septum perforation
- Anesthesia risks
- Bleeding
- Swelling
- Skin discoloration
- Scarring
- Poor aesthetic appearance
- Asymmetry
- Nasal blockage
- Nerve damage

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