If you are considering enhancing your facial appearance, then Rhinoplasty is indeed worth it. It will bring balance and harmony to your face, which will elevate your beauty. Rhinoplasty is a procedure that aims at restoring the exterior and interior structure of the nose. It involves making changes to the shape, size and function of the nose, which addresses both cosmetic and medical issues. The surgery may involve removing the cartilage, reshaping the bone, or refining the soft tissue. The whole procedure varies on an individual basis in order to suit their needs and preferences. This blog will help you understand the types of Rhinoplasty and the step-by-step procedure of the surgery.
Types of Rhinoplasty
Cosmetic Rhinoplasty
The aim of this surgery is to refine the nose. An individual may want to enhance their beauty by elevating their nose to their own personal preference. The surgery involves:-
- Fix a crooked nose
- Shortening or extending the projection of the nose
- Refining a dropping
- Smoothing a hump
Function Rhinoplasty
This surgery aims at correcting structural issues in order to enhance its functionality that may have been causing difficulty in breathing. The changes involve:-
- Deviated spectrum
- Nasal valves collapse
- Turbinates enlarged
Reconstructive Rhinoplasty
A reconstructive surgery addresses restoration of the nose’s form, structure and function that could have been damaged due to trauma (broken nose, blasted nose or accident), birth defects, disease or previous surgery. It is done by using incisions to reshape the bone or cartilage, or adding grafts from other body parts to restore shape and function.
Revision Rhinoplasty
When an individual is not satisfied with the results of the previous surgery, they can undergo a revision surgery, which corrects the unsatisfactory results.
Consultation and Planning
During consultation, the individual discusses their concerns, their goals and desired look with the surgeon and a plan for the procedure is arranged in accordance with the individual. The surgeon also examines the individual’s nose, and their medical history.
Take a look into the Rhinoplasty procedure
The surgery is done under anaesthesia and there are two main types of Rhinoplasty surgery:-
Open-type Rhinoplasty: It is an open type of surgery whereby small incisions are made across the tissues between the nostrils to give the surgeon more access to do delicate and structural work.
Closed-type Rhinoplasty: During this surgery, all the incisions are made inside the nostrils; therefore, there is no visible scarring.
The recovery
During the first days of recovery, the individual may experience swelling, stuffiness and bruising. If the swelling starts to subside after the first few weeks of recovery, it may take months for the nose to settle, mostly the swelling and usually after 6-12 months, the final apparent results start to show. Generally, it takes patience to start seeing the results, and it also depends on the intensity of the procedure.
Conclusion
Even though the results of Rhinoplasty surgery take time, the results are amazing. A small change can bring about a huge difference. The surgery brings harmony and balance, it corrects asymmetry and deformities and also refines normal features. Renowned Dr. C. Vijay Kumar and his entire team at DR. VJ’s Cosmetic Surgery and Hair Transplantation centre made it their mandate to help people by enhancing their beauty, and also help those in dire distress because of nasal disorders. Book an appointment and be assured that our experts will help you according to your preference and to your satisfaction.
FAQ’s
1. Is my nose going to look natural after the Rhinoplasty surgery?
The aim of Rhinoplasty surgery is to help your nose look natural. Working as an experienced surgeon makes it more advantageous because they understand facial harmony and balance, to avoid unnatural appearance.
2. How long does it take to start seeing results after Rhinoplasty surgery?
Gradual changes start to show after one week of the surgery. The swelling resolves after 3 months, but the final look after the surgery takes time to start; it often takes 12 -18 months.
3. Is it safe to undergo Rhinoplasty surgery, and is it invasive?
Rhinoplasty surgery is safe when done by a certified plastic surgeon in an accredited facility. The surgery is considered invasive because it involves incisions and changes to the nose.