Articles by Dr. Triphan Khiawwan ,M.D.

Can You Use Someone Else’s Ear Cartilage for Nose Augmentation?

Rhinoplasty is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to enhance the shape and proportion of the nose, often to achieve a more balanced and natural facial appearance. One of the commonly used materials in rhinoplasty is auricular cartilage, which is the cartilage harvested from the back of the ear. It is favored for its flexibility, biocompatibility, and natural integration with nasal tissue when taken from the patient’s own body.