Rhinoplasty; Procedure, Candidates, Cost, And Recovery

Also known as a nose job, rhinoplasty is a cosmetic procedure meant to alter the shape of the nose or to improve its function. This means that this surgical procedure can be performed for either medical reasons or cosmetic concerns. 

Medical reasons may be breathing issues, birth defects or disfigurement. Cosmetic reasons may not differ extremely and they can be the nose’s appearance or shape. 

Deciding On A Rhinoplasty. 

In case you are thinking of rhinoplasty, a consultation is required to discuss the different options of the surgery. During this period, you and the surgeon will talk about your goals and the issues with the nose. 

Depending on the discussion, the surgeon will plan the surgery to help come up with the desired facial features for a natural beauty. The surgeonb will surely help you come up with a plan to enhance your facial appearance. 

Individuals under  insurance cover can utilize the chance to reduce the cost of the procedure. 

How Its Done!

This is an outpatient procedure and it can either be performed under local or general anaesthesia. With local anaesthesia, you will be sedated and your nose will be numbed and you wont feel pain. When it comes to general anaesthesia, you will be asleep during the entire procedure. 

The cartilage and the inner bone are reshaped as pre-planned to produce the desired results. 

Recovery.

• Patients have to wear a nasal splint for the first week. You will also experience swelling and bruising around the eyes during this period. 
• A patient should avoid  strenuous  activities for at least four to six weeks. However, a patient can return to his or her social activities within two or three weeks after the surgery. 
• A patient should consider visiting the surgeon in case of any complications. 
• The final shape of the new nose will be apparent after the recovery period. 

Cost Concerns. 

The cost of rhinoplasty differs from one patient to another as per the defect, cosmetic concerns, or otherwise. Consult our rhinoplasty surgeon at AG Clinics for further information.