Dr. Grigoryants performs custom rhinoplasty in Los Angeles. One of the best ways for patients to communicate their wishes is by modifying their own nose using photoshop or a free software ( e.g. Plastic Surgery Simulator Lite). Having patients do the actual computer modifications allows...
There are two ways to do rhinoplasty - closed rhinoplasty (sometimes referred to as scarless rhinoplasty) and open rhinoplasty. The main difference is that in open rhinoplasty, an incision is made across the columella and nasal skin is lifted off the nose. In scarless or...
Review of Spreader Grafts by Dr. Vladimir Grigoryants Spreader grafts are frequently used in rhinoplasty. Spreader grafts are strips cartilage made of patients own cartilage that are placed on each side of the septum ( between the septum and the side wall). Typically, the mid...
The following instructions are given to Dr. Grigoryants' patients after rhinoplasty. These instructions may be modified for each patient depending on what was performed during surgery. First day after surgery: Keep you upper back elevated 30-40 degrees. Apply cold compress (cloth soaked in cold water or crushed...
Today when you look at Maxim magazine how many of the cover girls do you think had plastic surgery? It is not too shocking to learn that they had work done, but Marilyn Monroe on the other hand, was perceived as a natural beauty. A...
Nose surgery (nose job) can produce a very pleasing aesthetic balance of the face especially in patients with large noses preoperatively. Common changes performed in rhinoplasty in such patients are reducing the dorsal hump, refining and possibly raising the tip, and shortening the projection of...
Rhinoplasty requires not just surgical skills but also understanding of facial proportions. Preoperatively, patients frequently ask how narrow should my bones or tip be or how much will my tip be lifted. The following are general observations of facial-nasal relationship found in models. 1. The width of...
Nose surgery offers results that can significantly improve your overall appearance. Helping you understanding what the surgery can and cannot do is part of the consultation with the plastic surgeon. Before the patient and surgeon commit to the procedure, predictions of results will settle patient’s...
Many people are unsatisfied with the shape of their nose and turn to rhinoplasty to promote balance and improve attractiveness. However, there are many people suffering because they have a defect in their nose that prevents them from breathing normally. After clearing your nose with...
This post will describes what steps we take to ensure safety for our patients. When these guidelines are followed, plastic surgery can be performed with a very high degree of safety. 1. Patient selection: Prior to surgery, patients are screened for any medical conditions...