RHINOPLASTY ( NOSE JOB )
Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes the nose to improve facial balance, correct structural concerns, or enhance nasal breathing. It can be performed to address functional problems caused by injury, developmental conditions, or nasal obstruction.
Sometimes a bulbous nose, an asymmetrical nose, nose which is too prominent can be cosmetically not pleasing, rhinoplasties are performed to correct such noses as well.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT DURING YOUR CONSULTATION WITH ME
Clearly understanding your history and symptoms
Clinical examination of your nose structure, breathing.
Discussion on why you want Rhinoplasty and your expectations
Explanation of how the surgical procedure is performed
Giving you an idea of what to expect from the surgery
You will be explained about the tests needed for surgery
Once tests are done you will meet the anesthetist for a pre anesthesia work up.
You will be asked to consult a psychiatrist for a fitness for surgery which is mandatory as per international protocol.
“Realistic expectations and understanding that rhinoplasty is intended to improve—not necessarily perfect—the appearance or function of the nose is necessary.”
THE RECOVERY PERIOD
Following surgery, temporary swelling, bruising, congestion, tenderness, and mild discomfort are common. A nasal splint or internal support may be used during the early healing period. Most visible swelling improves within several weeks, although the final nasal contour may continue to refine for up to one year.
- •Follow all post operative instructions
- •Be prompt on scheduled reviews
- •Head end elevation while resting
- •Avoid pressure / injury to the nose
- •Refrain from strenuous activity until cleared.
RISKS AND COMPLICATIONS
As with any operation, rhinoplasty carries potential risks, including bleeding, infection, anaesthetic complications, scarring, altered sensation, prolonged swelling, changes in the sense of smell, persistent breathing difficulty, septal perforation, asymmetry, or dissatisfaction with the result. Additional surgery may occasionally be required.
“This procedure in particular should be a well informed decision, correcting your nose and making it better is possible , giving you a nose like someone else is not a possible task. This procedure could make you look entirely different when u see yourself. While gazing the mirror post surgery you might need sometime to start feeling like yourself since the nose you have been viewing in the mirror all your life would be different after the procedure.”