RHINOPLASTY – TYPES, BENEFITS, AND PROCEDURE | Kosmoderma

Overview

Rhinoplasty, or a nose job, is a cosmetic surgical procedure that reshapes your nose. Also, some people undergo this surgery for both aesthetic reasons and medical purposes. As such, people opt for this surgery either to improve their appearance or to treat medical issues such as breathing difficulties. This procedure is even recommended when you want to fix a deviated septum or a broken nose.

Rhinoplasty enhances your nose shape by changing its structure, including bone, cartilage, and skin. Bone comprises the upper part of the nose structure while cartilage constitutes the lower nose portion. You can talk to your dermatologist to know your options for your nose job, in as much as you want to change bone, cartilage, skin, or all three.

When you approach Kosmoderma Clinic for rhinoplasty, our team of experts will first learn more about your beauty goals, facial features, and nasal skin before determining whether you’re a suitable candidate for this cosmetic procedure. If you are found to be an ideal candidate for this surgery, we will draw a customized treatment plan, helping you achieve the desired results.

Who Should Undergo Rhinoplasty?

The following groups of people can opt for the rhinoplasty procedure:

Ø  Those who want to correct a birth defect or congenital abnormality

Ø  Those who want to improve their overall look

Ø  Those who have a deviated septum, which is characterized by open blocked nasal passages

Ø  Those who want to repair a broken nose or other facial fractures

Ø  Those who want to restore breathing function after traumatic accidents, cancer therapy, and burns

What Can Rhinoplasty Help With?

Rhinoplasty is recommended for those who want to:

Ø  Fix a droopy or crooked nose

Ø  Treat a deviated septum

Ø  Repair large, small or wide nostrils

Ø  Eliminate bumps appearing on the bridge of the nose

Ø  Correct the facial balance by making the nose smaller or bigger

Ø  Clear blocked nasal passages

Rhinoplasty has Various Surgical Approaches

The two types of rhinoplasty procedures are:

Ø  Open Rhinoplasty involves major nose reshaping. It entails separating the skin from the bone and cartilage completely via incisions, which makes it possible to have a clear view of the underlying anatomy of the nose.

Ø  Closed Rhinoplasty can be described as a minor nose reshaping procedure, whereby incisions are made within the nose to separate the skin from the nose and cartilage as part of the reshaping process.

Among other types of rhinoplasty are:

• Thread Rhinoplasty lifts the nose via nasal threads, enhancing your nasal structure.
• Cosmetic Rhinoplasty is advised for those who want to improve the appearance of their nose and face.
• Non Surgical Rhinoplasty (or Filler Rhinoplasty) includes the use of dermal fillers to bridge the gaps in the nose to lift droopy tips or fix small bumps.
• Functional Rhinoplasty is a kind of reconstructive surgery that helps to repair a deviated septum or treat congenital defects, which are caused due to traumatic injuries, certain disorders, and cancer treatments.
• Secondary Rhinoplasty addresses complications that arise after the first rhinoplasty surgery, which appear to be minor but have to be treated with utmost precision.

Step-by-Step Guide of the Rhinoplasty Procedure

The rhinoplasty surgery comprises of the following steps:

Ø  #Step 1: Anesthesia is administered

You will be administered general anesthesia or intravenous sedation before the surgery to keep you comfortable. Allow your dermatologist to guide you on the same.

Ø  #Step 2: Incisions are made

Rhinoplasty can be open or closed. In the case of a closed procedure, the incisions are made within the nose, whereby they remain hidden. In contrast, an open procedure includes making incisions across the columella, which is a thin strip of tissue separating the nostrils.

These incisions help to gently raise the skin covering the nasal cartilage and bones, facilitating the restructuring of the nose.

Ø  #Step 3: Restructuring of the nose

You can fix a large nose by removing bone or cartilage via surgery, which may require adding cartilage grafts. Here, although the cartilage from the septum is taken more commonly, the cartilage from the ribs or ears is also used in some cases.

Ø  #Step 4: Deviated Septum Correction

A deviated septum can be straightened with projections within the nose to aid the breathing process.

Ø  #Step 5: Closure of the incisions

After the sculpting of the underlying nose structure, the incisions are closed and the nasal tissues and skin are covered.

The cosmetologist may make more incisions in the natural creases of the nostrils for their resizing.

Ø  #Step 6: Check the results

Gauze and splint packaging provide support to the nose to promote the healing process.

The Pros of Rhinoplasty

The various advantages of the rhinoplasty procedure include:

Ø  It changes both the size and shape of your nose

Ø  It improves your facial look

Ø  It fixes any structural issues of your nose, including a deviated septum.

Ø  It facilitates the breathing process

Finally

Conclusively, if you want to improve your nose shape, you can walk into Kosmoderma Skin & Hair Clinic for a detailed consultation. We will review your medical history and nasal features before making our recommendations.

If you decide to undergo rhinoplasty, it is important to clear all your doubts beforehand. After all, getting a nose job is a major decision, requiring a long commitment from you. Even so, you can be assured of the best rhinoplasty treatment at Kosmoderma, where you will be under the supervision of the best surgeons.

FAQs

1.   When do the rhinoplasty results become noticeable?

It takes minimum a week or two after the rhinoplasty surgery to notice the results of the nose job, during which time your splint comes off. Also, your nose will require about a year to recover fully. It is normal to experience facial swelling during your recovery. Moreover, people who undergo functional rhinoplasty to fix a deviated septum will see improvements within six weeks. However, in some cases, people require revision surgery to fix minor issues that occur during the first surgery.

2.   How long does rhinoplasty last?

The results of rhinoplasty are permanent. Nonetheless, you can opt for a second rhinoplasty surgery for any cosmetic changes after your full recovery.

3.       When can I resume my normal routine after rhinoplasty surgery?

Your healthcare provider will advise you on when you can get back to your daily routine. You have to rest for 1 to 2 weeks before returning to work. Also, you can indulge in light activities 1 to 2 weeks after the surgery. Remember, you must also not lift anything heavy for 4 to 6 weeks.