
What exactly is Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty is the name given to surgical procedures performed to treat nose-related health issues or to change the shape of the nose. Some people may prefer rhinoplasty for both aesthetic and breathing reasons.
Many physical problems associated with the nose can be resolved with rhinoplasty surgery. Breathing difficulties, birth defects, nasal injuries, and damage caused by cancer or infection may necessitate rhinoplasty and plastic surgery. Rhinoplasty surgery is also popular for correcting an arched nose, narrowing the tip of the nose, raising the low nasal tip, correcting the internal and external curvature of the nose, correcting the width and asymmetry of the nasal base, or performing all of these operations in the same surgery.
Why is Rhinoplasty Surgery Done?
– Cosmetic Purposes
The majority of people are dissatisfied with the appearance of their nose; they complain about the bridge or the tip of the nose. Many people describe their nose as being too wide, round, arched, or misshapen, and some dislike the length of their noses.
-Medical Purposes
In cases of nose injury or respiratory problems related to the airways of the nose, nose surgery may be preferred. Breathing problems caused by nasal airways may occur on occasion. In these cases, the surgical procedures involve nose reconstruction. The majority of rhinoplasty surgeries are cosmetic in nature.
Rhinoplasty is commonly used to treat the following conditions:
- Correcting the dislocation of the bridge of the nose,
- Reshaping the nose’s tip,
- Changing the length of the nose
- Changing or narrowing the nose’s width,
- Whether it’s adjusting the nostril width or correcting asymmetry,
- To help with breathing by opening the nasal airways after an injury, and to reconstruct the nose after an injury.
If You Are Thinking About Having Surgery:
If you are thinking about having surgery, you should think about whether you really need rhinoplasty. People have different ideas about what constitutes the “ideal nose shape.” Regional and racial differences in nose aesthetics also exist. There are also differences in men’s and women’s perceptions of aesthetics and beauty, which should be taken into account when performing aesthetic nose surgery. As a result, you should not consider having surgery because of peer pressure.
A rhinoplasty surgery may be necessary to improve your nasal health; however, if you are considering this surgery for cosmetic reasons, make sure your expectations are reasonable.
If you have a lack of self-confidence or a deformity in your nose, rhinoplasty surgery can help. The surgery, however, is not always successful, and more than one surgery may be required. For nose surgeries that are purely cosmetic in nature, experts recommend waiting for the nose to mature. For girls, this is 17 years old, and for boys, it is 18 years old.
How Does Rhinoplasty Surgery Work?
Because rhinoplasty surgeries use a variety of techniques, you should discuss your options with your doctor prior to the procedure. Although the surgery is typically performed under general anaesthesia, it is occasionally performed under local anaesthesia. There are two approaches to nose surgery: closed and open. The closed technique involves making internal mucosal incisions in the middle and sides of the nose without making any external incisions. The inner sutures dissolve on their own in this technique and do not need to be removed. The Open Rhinoplasty technique involves making an external incision in the middle of the nose and extending it inward. About a week after the surgery, the stitches are removed.
During the procedure, your doctor will make a small incision inside each of your nostrils. He can shape your nose by cutting bone and cartilage through this incision. If more cartilage is needed to reshape the nose, cartilage can be taken from other parts of the body such as ear cartilages and ribs. The incision is sutured after the cartilage tissue has been replaced. The nose bandages are usually removed 7-10 days after the operation. Silicone stents and removable sponges can be placed in the nose depending on the circumstances of the surgery. Tampons are used in cases of heavy bleeding, but they are rarely used.
Risks of Rhinoplasty
Before undergoing rhinoplasty, it is critical to understand the risks involved, especially if you are considering an operation for cosmetic reasons.
Rhinoplasty surgery, like any other surgical procedure, has some risks. These are the dangers of bleeding, infection, and anaesthesia. Other risks are as follows:
- Nosebleeds in overabundance,
- An infection that may necessitate antibiotic treatment or a new surgical procedure,
- Severe and ongoing discomfort
- Numbness around the nose that persists,
- Reduced sense of smell (occurs in rare cases),
- Scars that are thick and unusual,
- Breathing difficulties caused by narrowing of the airways
- Swelling on the tip and edge of the nose that does not go away or decrease for an extended period of time,
- Dissatisfaction with the new appearance and postoperative deformity
- The need for a follow-up surgery.
The Price of Rhinoplasty Surgery
The cost of rhinoplasty surgery varies depending on the individual’s expectations and the procedure to be performed. The choice of doctor and hospital is an important factor in determining the cost of rhinoplasty surgery. In addition, keep in mind that additional costs may be incurred if a new revision surgery is required.