Non-surgical rhinoplasty refers to the use of injectable fillers to augment areas of soft tissue deficiency. This technique is used for minor deformities that require augmentation and therefore has limited usefulness.
The procedure uses injectable fillers such as Radiuses, Juvederm, and Restylane to correct minor contour irregularities. It has significant limitations because it
The procedure uses injectable fillers such as Radiuses, Juvederm, and Restylane to correct minor contour irregularities. It has significant limitations because it
cannot reduce a large nasal structure when this is indicated. It also has to be repeated at six to nine month intervals because the filler material doesn’t last.
It’s important to realize that the use of injectable fillers for this purpose is considered an “off label” use by the FDA. It’s therefore important to consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon before proceeding with this type of procedure. Although the procedure appears simple and less expensive than rhinoplasty, it will need to be repeated.
It’s important to realize that the use of injectable fillers for this purpose is considered an “off label” use by the FDA. It’s therefore important to consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon before proceeding with this type of procedure. Although the procedure appears simple and less expensive than rhinoplasty, it will need to be repeated.
