Rhinoplasty: Q&A
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I am nervous about anesthesia and wanted to know if I would be able to do a type of anesthesia that doesn't require you to be put to sleep for a Rhinoplasty. Also, I know I need to go in for an official consultation, but I wanted some feedback on my nose and what I could do to adjust it and therefore enhance my face.
I don’t want anything too invasive and was trying to avoid breaking the bridge. I was looking at possibly having the tip of my nose sculpted and maybe fillers on my bridge for my profile. I just wanted to know if I wanted a straighter bridge and wanted to fix my depressed tip, that I believe I have, would I be able to use a twilight anesthesia? Any suggestions?
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Local or General Anesthesia for Rhinoplasty (nose job) or septoplasty
Both forms of anesthesia are possible with well trained anesthesiologists. For tip work or other minor rhinoplasties we do local anesthesia only (meaning no sedation); otherwise we like general anesthesia. Be sure to speak with your surgeon about his/her preferences. I think the main issue here though is what you want to do to your nose and what's realistic. First you have to decide what you want and if you really want to do your nose; the rest of the issues...
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Rhinoplasty - General Anesthesia vs I.V. Sedation
Step number one is to see a nasal surgeon and point out your concerns. He/she will formulate a plan for you. Based only upon the photos you posted it appears you would need a reduction of the bridge of the nose and repositioning of the nasal bones with an infracture of the nasal bones. The tip may require some form of cartilage grafting as well. All of this could be done under sedation with local anesthesia if desired. My personal preference is general anesthesia but there are a number of...
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Rhinoplasty under local anesthesia is not recommended
The anesthesia is very safe in today’s standards. It is important that you have your anesthesia administered by a board-certified physician anesthesiologist, not a nurse attempting to do conscious sedation. The nose is extremely difficult to get completely numbed up during a rhinoplasty and we have stopped performing any twilight anesthesia. Patients had recollection and memory of the procedure and it is not a good idea. It is also much safer to have a controlled airway in place...
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Anesthesia selection in rhinoplasty
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General anesthesia for rhinoplasty is preferred
Rhinoplasty can be performed under local anesthesia without complication. The real issue is whether this is the safest choice for anesthesia and whether your surgeon is compromising your result by minimizing the type of anesthesia. I generally prefer to perform the surgery under general anesthesia as I prefer to meticulously sculpt the nose during rhinoplasty.
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Anesthesia for Rhinoplasty
During my training, I used local anesthesia with mild sedation. Over the past 35 years I've usually done the surgery with light general anesthesia because of improved anesthetic techniques. Either approach will provide a safe, pleasant experience. After your consultations you will be able to consider the changes which will be best for your nose.
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Rhinoplasty can be done under local anesthesia
I regularly perform rhinoplasty under local anesthesia. To help patients we usually will give a mild sedative in pill form. The surgery takes 1 to 1 and a 1/2 hours. There is usually less bruising and no nausea with this technique. I suggest it to patients who think they can do it.
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Anesthesia choices for rhinoplasty
Sedation for rhinoplasty is possible as a choice. However, I prefer general anesthesia for the airway safety that comes with this technique. In experienced hands, rhinoplasty can be done under local anesthesia with sedation, but it does not mean it is safer nor does it mean you will get the best result. The best anesthesia for rhinoplasty really depends on what needs to be done and who is doing it. Evaluate your choices carefully and you will wind up with the right arrangement for you....
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Rhinoplasty and anesthesia
A rhinoplasty procedure can be performed under local anesthesia with some sedation to make you comfortable. Obviously, you will need to have a consultation before deciding on the appropriate procedure and anesthesia for you.
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Rhinoplasty under local anesthesia
Local only anesthesia for rhinoplasty, especially from your photos, is a BIG MISTAKE. You are too young, you need a full rhinoplasty with fractures. Just these issues makes me think you are not ready to proceed. You MUST have realistic expectations not only concerning the results but also the procedure to accomplish the result. I would refuse to operate upon you if I could not do deep sedation or endotracheal tube general anesthesia. Best of Luck in your quest.
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