Dr. Diana Ponsky · Open vs Close Rhinoplasty
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Open vs Close Rhinoplasty

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What the experts said6 expert statements
In closed rhinoplasty, there are no external incisions and all work is done from the inside.
Clinical
In closed rhinoplasty, tip cartilages are pulled out and manipulated based on feel.
Clinical
Open rhinoplasty uses an external incision on the columella.
Clinical
Open rhinoplasty includes hidden incisions that allow direct visualization of cartilages and bone being remodeled.
Clinical
Open rhinoplasty is much more precise than closed technique.
Opinion
The current trend in rhinoplasty is towards open technique.
Clinical