Piezo-Assisted Dorsal Preservation in Rhinoplasty: When and Why.

BACKGROUND

Preservation rhinoplasty philosophy with its "down techniques" is currently undergoing a renaissance. Its goal is to spare and preserve noble nasal structures such as ligaments, nerves and vessels, reducing to a minimum local tissue manipulation and avoiding the drawbacks and pitfalls associated with classic dorsal reconstruction techniques often resulting in irregularities which often lead to an increased rhinoplasty revision rate.

METHODS

In this article, we reviewed 107 consecutive cases in which a variety of preservation techniques were used. Indications, surgical techniques and complications are also described.

RESULTS

All reported procedures showed low complication rates with good cosmetic and functional outcomes.

CONCLUSIONS

Tailoring the surgical technique is essential in rhinoplasty. Authors have developed and present an anatomy-based diagram to help surgeons in choosing the right approach for dorsal surgery.

LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV

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