I am considering getting rhinoplasty but am a little worried about the procedure. Is it safe? Is it simple?
Answer: How Safe is Anything? Hi FF, Rhinoplasty is only as safe as the surgeon whom you most carefully choose to perform the procedure. In the proper hands, the procedure is very safe. Even the "simplest" of rhinoplasties are not "simple". Rhinoplasty is the most difficult of all facial plastic surgical procedures. Your surgeon must maintain the function of your nose while making the cosmetic changes that will result in an aesthetically pleasing nose. It is the art of sculpting using the most precious of all materials, human cartilage and bone. Even if the great Michelangelo chipped off a little to much marble, he could ask for a new stone, or alter what he was making. Unfortunately we don't have the option of starting over on a "new" specimen. Add to that that the nose is in the center of the face, and in most of the world not covered by clothing, and I never take a rhinoplasty lightly. Research your rhinoplastic surgeon, take your time, and you should end up with a very safe procedure and a "simply" beautiful nose. Good luck and be well. Dr. P
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CONTACT NOW Answer: How Safe is Anything? Hi FF, Rhinoplasty is only as safe as the surgeon whom you most carefully choose to perform the procedure. In the proper hands, the procedure is very safe. Even the "simplest" of rhinoplasties are not "simple". Rhinoplasty is the most difficult of all facial plastic surgical procedures. Your surgeon must maintain the function of your nose while making the cosmetic changes that will result in an aesthetically pleasing nose. It is the art of sculpting using the most precious of all materials, human cartilage and bone. Even if the great Michelangelo chipped off a little to much marble, he could ask for a new stone, or alter what he was making. Unfortunately we don't have the option of starting over on a "new" specimen. Add to that that the nose is in the center of the face, and in most of the world not covered by clothing, and I never take a rhinoplasty lightly. Research your rhinoplastic surgeon, take your time, and you should end up with a very safe procedure and a "simply" beautiful nose. Good luck and be well. Dr. P
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Is Rhinoplasty safe? Every surgery or procedure has risks. In general, rhinoplasty risks are very small and complications are extremely rare. The majority of rhinoplasty patients go through with the procedure comfortably. If you are a healthy, non-smoker patient, the odds are even better for you. I highly suggest you choose a highly experienced and qualified plastic surgeon. Best wishes.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Is Rhinoplasty safe? Every surgery or procedure has risks. In general, rhinoplasty risks are very small and complications are extremely rare. The majority of rhinoplasty patients go through with the procedure comfortably. If you are a healthy, non-smoker patient, the odds are even better for you. I highly suggest you choose a highly experienced and qualified plastic surgeon. Best wishes.
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December 14, 2017
Answer: Rhinoplasty Safety Although rhinoplasty surgery is generally considered a safe operative procedure, complications can occasionally occur. The vast majority of complications are related to dissatisfaction with aesthetic results. Under these circumstances, revisional surgery may occasionally be necessary. Other areas of concern include bleeding, infection, anesthesia problems, scarring, asymmetry, airway problems, and prolonged swelling. Complications can be minimized by consulting a board certified plastic surgeon with experience performing this procedure. In addition, the procedure should be performed in an accredited facility with a board certified anesthesiologist in attendance. When these steps are taken the procedure has a low complication rate. Patients are noted to have excellent clinical results and high levels of patient satisfaction.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty Safety Although rhinoplasty surgery is generally considered a safe operative procedure, complications can occasionally occur. The vast majority of complications are related to dissatisfaction with aesthetic results. Under these circumstances, revisional surgery may occasionally be necessary. Other areas of concern include bleeding, infection, anesthesia problems, scarring, asymmetry, airway problems, and prolonged swelling. Complications can be minimized by consulting a board certified plastic surgeon with experience performing this procedure. In addition, the procedure should be performed in an accredited facility with a board certified anesthesiologist in attendance. When these steps are taken the procedure has a low complication rate. Patients are noted to have excellent clinical results and high levels of patient satisfaction.
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May 25, 2009
Answer: Rhinoplasty Safety Rhinoplasty procedures are safe when appropriate surgical and anesthetic measures are taken into consideration. The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis and can be done under several forms of anesthesia. Although a rhinoplasty procedure may be quick, it is best to go to a surgeon who is meticulous and detail oriented.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty Safety Rhinoplasty procedures are safe when appropriate surgical and anesthetic measures are taken into consideration. The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis and can be done under several forms of anesthesia. Although a rhinoplasty procedure may be quick, it is best to go to a surgeon who is meticulous and detail oriented.
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May 25, 2010
Answer: Is rhinoplasty a safe procedure?
From a life/death perspective, a rhinoplasty performed in an accredited facility with a board certified anesthesiologist in a healthy patient is a safe procedure. Rhinoplasty is never a simple procedure and is in fact the most complex plastic surgery procedure. When seeking a rhinoplasty surgeon they should have extensive experience in rhinoplasty. In addition, you should feel comfortable with your rhinoplasty surgeon including the plan for your nose, the before and after pictures presented from similar patients and the entire process leading up to the surgery.
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Answer: Is rhinoplasty a safe procedure?
From a life/death perspective, a rhinoplasty performed in an accredited facility with a board certified anesthesiologist in a healthy patient is a safe procedure. Rhinoplasty is never a simple procedure and is in fact the most complex plastic surgery procedure. When seeking a rhinoplasty surgeon they should have extensive experience in rhinoplasty. In addition, you should feel comfortable with your rhinoplasty surgeon including the plan for your nose, the before and after pictures presented from similar patients and the entire process leading up to the surgery.
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September 1, 2015
Answer: Very safe from a life/death procedure The major threat from surgery is the anesthesia. You are probably safer in an accredited outpatient surgery center having surgery than driving there. Of course this is assuming that you have a qualified surgeon and anesthetist. In more than 30 years of thousands of nasal surgery we have never had any untoward event or had to send anyone to the hospital.
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Answer: Very safe from a life/death procedure The major threat from surgery is the anesthesia. You are probably safer in an accredited outpatient surgery center having surgery than driving there. Of course this is assuming that you have a qualified surgeon and anesthetist. In more than 30 years of thousands of nasal surgery we have never had any untoward event or had to send anyone to the hospital.
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