Enhancing Tip Support in Rhinoplasty:
The Boomerang Graft Technique
The Boomerang Graft Technique
Figure:
A precise template is designed and centered over the anterior septal angle. The caudal and dorsal extensions are tapered. The graft is then held in place by an assistant while the surgeon secures the graft to the native septal cartilage. Figure from Peters RD, et al. Facial Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic Medicine. 2023; doi:10.1089/fpsam.2023.0152
In the dynamic field of rhinoplasty, where functional and aesthetic considerations intersect, a recent breakthrough by Brian J.F. Wong, M.D., Ph.D., from the University of California, Irvine, along with his collaborators R. Daniel Peters, M.D. and third-year medical student Milind Vasudev, introduces a novel approach to tip support
preservation. This innovative technique, the “boomerang graft”, employs septal extension grafts strategically to achieve optimal outcomes.
In their comprehensive exploration, Dr. Wong and his team shed light on the practical applications and advantages of the boomerang graft. The collaborative effort not only contributes to the evolving landscape of rhinoplasty techniques but also provides a tangible solution for cases demanding precise tip support maintenance.
For a deeper understanding of this groundbreaking technique and its potential impact on your practice, we invite you to delve into the forthcoming full article in the Facial Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic Medicine Journal.