Rhinoplasty: What To Know About It?

ByDr. Kiranmayi Atla

Sometimes people believe that plastic surgery solely has positive visual effects. While many treatments try to improve a person’s appearance, this surgery accomplishes far more. One of these procedures is Rhinoplasty, sometimes known as a nose job, which is done to fix structural issues or enhance nose breathing. Both men and women frequently undergo it as a cosmetic surgery. Only skilled cosmetic surgeons can perform the technically challenging procedure of Rhinoplasty.

Dr Kiranmayi Atla of Beauty And The Cut Clinic, the best plastic surgery clinic in Faridabad, has provided a thorough guide for anyone considering rhinoplasty surgery. This surgery provides some advantages, including improved self-confidence and pain relief. For more information, keep reading!

What is Rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty, also known as the “nose job” informally, is a procedure to reshape the nose to improve its appearance. Due to its prominent location, the nose is essential to the aesthetics of the face. The entire contour of the nose can be altered during rhinoplasty surgery to improve its appearance and bring it into balance with the rest of the face.

What are the Reasons for Choosing Rhinoplasty?

People have rhinoplasty to fix their noses after accidents, to correct breathing issues or congenital disabilities, or just because they don’t like how their nose looks. Through Rhinoplasty, the doctor could alter one’s nose in the following ways:

  • a modification of the size
  • a modification of the angle
  • straightening of the bridge of the nose
  • a reshaping of the tip
  • narrowing of the nostrils

One should hold off having a rhinoplasty until the nasal bone has fully developed if the procedure is intended to enhance the appearance rather than one’s health. This is roughly the age of 15 for females. Boys may continue to grow until they reach a certain age. However, rhinoplasty can be done at a younger age if one wants surgery due to a breathing problem.

The most frequent bones to fracture with face trauma are those in the nose. Due to swelling or bruising, the external deformity caused by the broken bones may not be apparent immediately after the injury. When paired with other serious injuries, nasal trauma is purposefully ignored, resulting in back abnormalities in recovering patients.

Who are the Ideal Candidates for Rhinoplasty?

  • Anyone who is eager to improve their nose form and is aware of the role the nose plays in facial attractiveness.
  • Young patients should have completed their face growth before undergoing treatment.
  • Instead of wishing for the “ideal” or “perfect” nose, patients should consult an expert doctor to determine what alterations to their nose are feasible, look natural, and best complement the rest of their facial features.
  • Willingness to give up drinking and smoking before surgery.
  • Patients with diabetes and hypertension should have their levels under reasonable control.
  • Patients taking blood thinners should be allowed to take a short break from their prescriptions. 

What are the Types of Rhinoplasty?

  • Open Rhinoplasty: this is done when extensive alterations to the nose are needed. Incisions are made on the interior of the nose during open rhinoplasty. The skin above the nose is completely lifted, and the only noticeable portion of the cut is a 2-3 mm scar on the underside of the nose in the middle. With open rhinoplasty, the entire skeletal structure of the nose is exposed, allowing for better evaluation and access to modify the desired parts of the nose that require change. The skin is stitched back into place once the process is completed. 

 

  • Closed Rhinoplasty: this is the preferred method in a few situations. Closed rhinoplasty allows for less tissue manipulation, which makes post-operative healing more rapid. Since only a few internal incisions are made during closed rhinoplasty without the need for any external cuts, access is restricted.

 

  • Liquid or Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty: Some contour modifications can be made with the filler injections in individuals with mild deformities who aren’t ready for a surgical treatment. These are composed of hyaluronic acid, a natural chemical. Consequently, the procedure is highly safe. The injection has instant effects. However, the results are temporary and require repetition.

What is the Procedure for Rhinoplasty?

  • Prior to the procedure, the first few visits to the surgeon should be made by one desiring rhinoplasty. This step is quite important to discuss the worries and the expectations from the procedure. This helps in setting realistic expectations.
  • The doctor does a thorough facial examination, nasal analysis, and photographic analysis. After that, the doctor would design a treatment plan and provide the best solutions to achieve excellent results.
  • The patients would receive instructions on how to get ready for the procedure. Formal consent is obtained together with the facial images on the day of the operation.
  • According to the treatment plan of the procedure, it would be carried out under general anaesthesia. After the procedure, the nose would be wrapped and externally supported with splint.

What Happens After the Surgery?

  • One should sleep with the head raised above one’s chest to lessen bleeding and swelling. One may feel congested if the nose is bloated or filled with cotton. Following rhinoplasty, nasal packs are retrieved after 48 hours and splints after one week, respectively. 
  • The visible portion of the incision is simultaneously stitched over. The swelling takes some time to go down, and the nose needs some time to become used to its new shape. 
  • Eighty percent of the swelling goes down in under a month, but the full effects might not show for another 6 to 12 months. For the most remarkable results, compliance with post-operative follow-up is strongly advised.

Additionally, one should avoid the following for a few weeks after the surgery:

  • Running and other physically demanding activities
  • Swimming
  • Extensive nose-blowing
  • Eating, laughing, or other facial movements that call for a lot of movement
  • Putting on clothes over the head and placing eyewear on the nose
  • Cleaning the teeth vigorously
  • Be extremely cautious when exposed to the sun as the skin can get permanently pigmented

If one is seeking to have, the nasal structure adjusted or willing to get the desired nose shape? Contact Beauty And The Cut to get consulted by Dr. Kiranmayi Atla for the best rhinoplasty in Faridabad. Moreover, if anyone is looking for any other cosmetic or plastic surgery procedure such as a facelift, liposuction, arm lift, skin lift, tummy tuck, etc. In that case, they can book an appointment to consult with an expert plastic surgeon at her clinic.