What is a closed rhinoplasty?

There are two approaches to rhinoplasty: open rhinoplasty and closed rhinoplasty. In closed rhinoplasty, all the incisision are placed on the inside of the nose and no external scars are visible. Open rhinoplasty uses the same incisions as closed rhinoplasty with the addition of a small incision across the... more

A closed rhinoplasty is a technique where all of the incisions are placed inside the nose.  There are no external incisions placed whatsoever.  This is a very common technique that is used for both primary and revision nasal surgeries.  Open rhinoplasty technique is only used for the most... more

Rhinoplasty has been categorized into two main techniques: Closed and Open. Closed Rhinoplasty In the most basic sense closed Rhinoplasty (also referred to as minimal incision or incisionless) uses only hidden incisions inside the nose. Most, but not all ,surgical techniques are possible with this approach. It... more