I'm considering getting Restylane in nasolabial folds, but am also interested in Rhinoplasty in 2 months.The Rhinoplasty would include alar base reduction. I'm just wondering if I should hold off on the filler, as I am concerned that the 'plane' for the new nostril positioning would be altered. Do you have any experience with Rhinoplasty and nasolabial fillers? thank you.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty & Restylane in Nasolabial Folds
A routine head cold should not prevent a patient from undergoing a rhinoplasty surgery. It is probably best not to have the procedure performed if you have the flu, bronchitis, or pneumonia. A simple head cold will not preclude from undergoing a rhinoplasty procedure.
I prefer twilight anesthesia for the following reasons:
No tube down your throat.
Better recovery with less nausea and malaise.
The downside is you need an anesthesiologist who is good at it. It is not worth it if the anesthesiologist is not comfortable with it because he will keep you too light...
Thanks for the question. Rhinoplasty is used to correct malformation in the nose, including assymetry. A rhinoplasty may even be medically necessary if your nasal assymetry affects your breathing. Cheek and chin augmentation are the most effective procedures for correcting severe facial...