Affiliation:
1. Department of Plastic Surgery, University of California, Irvine School of Medicine , Irvine, CA , USA
Abstract
Abstract
Background
Dorsal augmentation is one of the most challenging procedures in rhinoplasty. Solid grafts and diced fascia graft (DC-F) have been employed for this purpose with varying success. Warping, irregularities, and variability of final height are some of the potential pitfalls.
Objectives
The aim of this study was to assess the efficiency of the authors’ approach combining multiple grafts for nasal dorsal augmentation. They described a technique employing composite dorsal augmentation that is a combination of a foundation layer utilizing high spreader grafts plus a dorsal gap graft combined with a contour layer of 3 possible types of fascia or DC-F grafts. The combination of the 2 layers for the nasal dorsum can be varied to achieve the required height to correct the patient’s deformity and achieve the desired aesthetic goals.
Methods
Fifty-one patients who underwent dorsal augmentation with composite technique between 2017 and 2020 were retrospectively reviewed. A step-by-step algorithm was applied to achieve the required dorsal height.
Results
The patients were divided into 3 groups according to the type of contour graft: double-layer fascia graft, segmental DC-F, or narrow thin full-length DC-F. Smooth continuity and increased projection of the nasal dorsum were achieved in all patients.
Conclusions
Composite dorsal augmentation is an effective technique for dorsal augmentations requiring 4 mm or more of height increase. This technique allows to achieve dorsal augmentation employing a combination of grafts from a single donor site together with camouflaging dorsal irregularities and highlighting dorsal aesthetic lines. This algorithm allows optimization of patients’ aesthetic profile.
Level of Evidence: 4
Publisher
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Cited by
4 articles.
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