By Dr. Robert Wald | May 21, 2012
Orange County Revision Nose Surgery
Nasal surgery for reconstructive or cosmetic reasons has postoperative reasons for secondary nose surgery. Nasal surgery is a very difficult surgery requiring a lot of experience and expertise. Since I am Board Certified in both otolaryngology and Plastic Surgery, taking care of patients requiring secondary or revision nose surgery (also commonly known as rhinoplasty revision) is one of my favorite procedures.
Following nasal surgery, a patient can find reasons for further cosmetic or breathing improvement. It is important to realize many medical factors such as allergies, hay fever, hormones, or vasomotor rhinitis can contribute to nasal problems. Insurance may cover some of these medical aspects.
Airway problems following nasal surgery may occur. This may include problems with the septum and turbinates. At times, breathing may be impaired due to a change in the internal and external nasal valves. Following cosmetic nasal surgery, scar tissue may form causing incomplete resection of a dorsal hump. Statistically, up to 10% of cosmetic nasal surgery will require revision nose surgery. For this reason, it is important to find a physician who is well qualified and experienced in rhinoplasty revision.
Please contact our office with any questions or concerns, or to schedule a complimentary consultation, 714-738-4282.
Robert M. Wald, Jr., MD
The Aesthetic Institute
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By Dr. Robert Wald | May 6, 2012
Cosmetic Surgery and Safety Concerns
I recently had a facelift patient tell me how wonderful it was that she was able to have her surgery in Mesa Surgicenter (AAAASF/Medicare Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). This is located adjacent to our office. She found this facility to be extremely comfortable and personal. “Being in this environment and not in a hospital, I felt like there was less chance of an infection. The team at the surgicenter was extremely professional and the Board Certified anesthesiologist was outstanding. It was comforting to know that these individuals specialize in this kind of surgery and are aware of all aspects of cosmetic surgery.”
It is important for a patient to find out where their surgery will be performed. Not all surgery centers are accredited. A surgery center must undergo frequent evaluations by state inspectors similar to a hospital to become accredited. A certified facility will also be able to perform general anesthesia.
In my opinion, it is important to have a board certified anesthesiologist performing the general anesthesia. Safety is of utmost importance and higher costs may be involved to achieve this standard.
Please contact our office with any questions or concerns, or to schedule a complimentary consultation, 714-738-4282.
Robert M. Wald, Jr., MD
The Aesthetic Institute
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Nasal surgery for reconstructive or cosmetic reasons has postoperative reasons for secondary nose surgery. Nasal surgery is a very difficult surgery requiring a lot of experience and expertise. Since I am Board Certified in both otolaryngology and Plastic Surgery, taking care of patients requiring secondary or revision nose surgery (also commonly known as rhinoplasty revision) is one of my favorite procedures.
