What is Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty is a nose surgery that addresses various aesthetic or health-related issues that may affect a person’s breathing function. It involves changing the shape of the nose. In this article, our professionals will try to answer the most common questions about this type of procedure.
Why is Rhinoplasty Performed?
Aesthetic nose surgery has a significant impact on the face and can completely change your profile, helping you get rid of insecurities that have bothered you for a long time.
Essentially, this type of surgery can change the size of the nose or repair deformities caused by injuries or congenital anomalies.
What Types of Nose Surgery Are There?
Rhinoplasty can be performed in two different ways:
Closed Rhinoplasty: As the name suggests, this procedure is performed through the internal nasal passages, leaving no visible scars. It is more challenging to perform due to the limited working space. One positive aspect of this type of rhinoplasty is that there is less swelling.
Open Rhinoplasty: Unlike closed rhinoplasty, open rhinoplasty involves an incision in the skin between the nostrils, which may leave a small, almost invisible scar. Since the surgeon has more space to work, greater symmetry can often be achieved.
How Much Does Nose Surgery Cost?
This is a question many people ask. The truth is that the price of rhinoplasty can vary depending on the type of procedure performed (open, closed, septorhinoplasty, etc.).
If you want to find out how much this surgery might cost, you can check here.
What is Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty?
Did you know there is also a type of rhinoplasty that doesn’t require surgery? This type of nasal procedure, also called liquid rhinoplasty or non-surgical nose job, allows you to change the shape of your nose by injecting fillers into the soft tissues of the nose to modify its contour.
Essentially, it involves the placement of small grafts, strategically positioned to improve the contour and proportions of your nose.
However, not everyone can change the shape of their nose with this technique. The human body often rejects foreign substances, so your nose may reject the grafts, which could be made of materials like Aquamid, etc.
At our clinic, before any procedure, we conduct a thorough examination and provide advice to help you choose the best option.
What Are the Risks of Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty is a very safe procedure with a high satisfaction rate, but like any surgery, it carries some risks.
Some of the most notable risks include:
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Numbness
- Pain and swelling
- Septal perforation
Many of these complications can be avoided if:
- You communicate any allergies to medications and disclose any medications or supplements you are currently taking or have recently taken (including vitamins and dietary supplements).
- Postoperative care is crucial, as improper care can lead to deviations or breathing-related issues.
How Long Does Nose Surgery Take?
It is a moderately simple procedure, typically taking between 1 and 2 hours. However, this can vary depending on the type of intervention or the complexity of the patient’s nose.
Postoperative Care: What Should You Do?
As mentioned earlier, one of the main causes of complications is improper postoperative care. Fortunately, thanks to advancements in surgical techniques, postoperative care has become simpler and less demanding.
Recovery is straightforward, as the main side effects after surgery are swelling in the facial area. You will wear nasal packing to prevent bleeding for 3 days, followed by a splint for 1 week.
In terms of medication, you will need to take anti-inflammatory and pain-relief medications as prescribed.
Additionally, you should avoid physical exertion or situations such as blowing your nose, extreme cold or heat, etc., for a period of time.
If you have any further questions, we are here to answer them. Contact us if you are interested in learning more about this type of surgery.
