Rhinoplasty
What is it?
Rhinoplasty or nose surgery, most commonly known as nose job, is the surgical procedure performed to correct the function (due to trauma or birth defects) or to improve the appearance of the nose. Rhinoplasty can reshape the nose tip, change the nose profile, the size of the nose, the width of the nose bridge, the position of the nostrils or correct asymmetrical traits. It can also correct a deviated nasal septum.
How is it done?
Closed rhinoplasty is permormed via incisions inside the nostrils. Open rhinoplasty is done with an additional incision across the columella (the skin wall that separates the nostrils).
After the incisions are done, the skin is then separated from the underlying tissue, and, depending on the nature and location of the correction, cartilage or bone are reshaped with a scalpel or a chisel inside. Sometimes it is necessary to place additional cartilage to reshape the nose. This can be harvested from the patient’s septum, ears or ribs.
Rhinoplasty can be done with general or local anesthesia and can take between 1 and 2 hours.
Is it for me?
Rhinoplasty is usually undergone by people who wish to change some physical characteristics of their nose, be it for aesthetic or functional reasons.
In general terms, good candidates for rhinoplasty should:
- Have Reasonable expectations. Remember that rhinoplasty can correct certain traits or characteristics of your nose, but it cannot transform your face.
- Have attained full nose development. This normally happens between the ages of 15 and 18.
If you are interested in looking at general nose plastic surgery results, please take a look at our rhinoplasty before-and-after gallery. However, keep in mind that rhinoplasty results vary from one patient to another.
You are also welcome to read our testimonials to find out what others are saying about rhinoplasty procedures.
More questions? Contact us!
If you are considering undergoing nose surgery, please contact us. We care about your health and well-being and are here to help you. We will advise you on nose surgery costs and the best surgery procedures for your particular case.
