Rhinoplasty: Q&A
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broke my nose in college (long story!) and considering getting a rhinoplasty. What is it like to get nose surgery?
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What Can I Expect From My Rhinoplasty? "Look and Feel More Beautiful"
The best result you can expect from rhinoplasty is one which looks natural and "UN-operated'. The goal should be to create a nose that is in harmony with the rest of facial features. Most Patients do feel and look more "beautiful".
A great rhinoplasty starts with a great communication and rapport between you and your surgeon. This allows you to openly share your desires and expectations. Your surgeon's careful analysis of nose and face allows a precise...
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Modern rhinoplasty surgery includes surgery to...
Modern rhinoplasty surgery includes surgery to correct/change the external shape of the nose (aesthetic) as well as to improve nasal breathing (functional). Often, both can be performed at the same time. Certainly both should be considered during any rhinoplasty surgery. Experienced rhinoplasty surgeons understand all of these concepts.
The general classifications of aesthetic changes are (not all-inclusive; see my publications on these for more info):
•Dorsal hump reduction (reducing a...
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Rhinoplasty can improve most undesirable features of a...
Rhinoplasty can improve most undesirable features of a nose. Noses can be made smaller, narrower, shorter, more sculpted, and more refined.
Bumps and humps on the bridge of the nose can be corrected, and droopy noses can be lifted.
In some instances, such as with wide, flatter noses, a patient may request that their nose be augmented (built up and made larger) to achieve a look that they find more refined and aesthetically pleasing.
Rhinoplasty, when combined with septoplasty (correction...
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Rhinoplasty: What to Expect
I’m assuming that getting passed from fan to fan up the stands during homecoming football game is one way to break one’s nose. Rhinoplasty is a complex surgical procedure, best performed by a surgeon with extensive experience in the procedure. Procedures can be performed under twilight sedation (my preference) or general anesthesia, usually in a surgical center or private doctor’s office, and involves delicate carving and sculpting of the cartilage and filing and often...
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Results to expect from rhinoplasty: Look and breathe better!
Nose surgery should address both your cosmetic and functional goals, i.e. you should look better and breathe better. From the front, you should have a straighter nose and improved harmony between the different components of your nose (e.g. the bridge and tip). On side view, a man should have a strong nasal bridge and a tip that is neither upturned nor hanging down. Good nose surgery will make your nose blend into your face so that people better notice your other facial features.
The...
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Preview Your Nose, See Some Examples
1. You would not plan to build a house without looking at the blueprints. Why should something as valuable as your nose (it is in the middle of your face) be any different? Computer imaging has helped patient and surgeon alike in communicating what is and is not possible. Beware that there are some surgeons who will use this as a marketing device to "sell surgery."
2. Have the surgeon show you cases similar to yours. This gives you an idea of the capabilities of your surgeon....
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How extensive is a nose job: surgery, recovery, etc
The extent of your nose surgery depends on the extent of your deformity. Relatively simple clsoed procedures can be achieved with rapid recovery and minimal downtime whereas more extensive irregularities may require agrgressive open intervention with rib grafts and craniofacial stabilization with prolonged recovery and a longer recovery period with greater risks for revisionary procedures.
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Rhinoplasty: Art and Science
Rhinoplasty is both an art and science directed at improving breathing and appearance. Without photos it is impossible to suggest a treatment plan but if your expectations are reasonable and your goals are thoroughly discussed with your plastic surgeon, the outcome is usually a good one.
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Everyone experiences something different
Hello,
Thanks for your question. A rhinoplasty is a great option for repairing the result of a broken nose. In most cases the surgery is an outpatient operation that is fairly easy to recover from. Most people experience only small amounts of pain. It is more common to feel a sense of fullness in the nose instead. It will take a full year to finish recovering from rhinoplasty. During the first two months a patient will notice that the initial...
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Rhinoplasty Expectations
Rhinoplasty is a procedure that can dramatically improve appearance and function: you could look better and breathe better.
Choose your surgeon carefully and be sure you r surgeon has a clear idea of your cosmetic goals. Imaging can be very helpful in ascertaining you are both on the same page.
These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.
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