Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty, commonly known as a nose job, is a popular surgical procedure worldwide that involves altering the shape of the nose for both aesthetic and functional purposes. While many patients seek rhinoplasty to improve their confidence by achieving a proportionate and natural-looking nose, the surgery can also address a range of medical issues, such as repairing deformities, fractures, and birth defects, and correcting breathing difficulties.

There are two main methods for performing rhinoplasty: open and closed. Closed rhinoplasty involves incisions and modifications made inside the nostrils, while open rhinoplasty is typically used to address cartilage and asymmetrical disorders, and can result in a small scar. Ultimately, the choice of method will depend on the patient’s individual anatomy and goals, and should be determined in consultation with a qualified surgeon.

The rhinoplasty procedure typically takes 1.5-2 hours under general anesthesia, and involves making incisions either inside the nose or between the nostrils below the nose. The surgeon then adjusts the bone and cartilage to achieve the desired results, which may involve removing or adding tissue. Following the surgery, patients are monitored by medical staff and may spend one night in the hospital before being released.

Post-operative care is critical to ensure successful healing and recovery, and patients must be patient and take care to protect the nose area until it has fully healed. By working closely with their surgeon and following post-operative instructions carefully, patients can achieve the best possible results from their rhinoplasty procedure.