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Facial Plast Surg 2022; 38(05): 440-446
DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1748954
Original Article

The Need for Innovation in Rhinoplasty

Andrew A. Winkler 
1   Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, Colorado
,
Carolyn Chabuz
1   Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, Colorado
,
Cameron N. D. McIntosh
2   Private Practice, Edge Day Hospital, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
,
Garyfalia Lekakis
3   Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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Abstract

Rhinoplasty is a challenging surgery and results are not always perfect. There are many obstacles to achieving optimal results. Among these are inadequate instrumentation, the unpredictability of healing, imprecise planning, and many more. Furthermore, selecting patients who can most benefit from surgery is equally important. In this article, some of the more pressing areas of rhinoplasty that need innovation are discussed. From proper patient selection, to advances in education, to the standardization of training programs, to the development of sophisticated implants, the future of rhinoplasty surgery lies in continued creativity and innovation.

Keywords

rhinoplasty - aesthetic - implant - education - bioprinting


Publication History

Article published online:
15 November 2022

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