The nose has a great impact on how a person looks in addition to the all-important function – breathing. External nasal irregularities may cause concerns, blockage and even snoring, all of which can affect quality of life. Nasal surgery can address these issues.
Treatment information
The procedure is performed under a general or local anaesthesia, which means patients will be asleep throughout the procedure. Depending on the correction required the procedure might be carried out using an internal (endonasal) or external (open) approach. In the endonasal approach, cuts are made only inside the nose where they are not visible. In the external approach or open rhinoplasty, these cuts are joined by a small cut in the area of the skin separating the nostrils. Following this, the underlying bone and cartilage are sculptured to create the desired shape. Skin is re-draped over the new framework and all incisions are closed with stitches. After this a small cast is placed on the nose. Packs are not generally placed inside the nose, in order to avoid any discomfort involved in removing the packs. The whole procedure takes approximately two to three hours depending on the complexity of the nose and may take even longer.
Restrict activity
3 weeks
Nights in hospital
Day case
Procedure time
1-4 hours
Anaesthetic
General
Time off work
2 Weeks
Back to routine
3 weeks
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Benefits of this surgery
Cosmetic rhinoplasty can decrease or increase nasal size, straighten a bent or crooked nose, remove bumps, reshape the tip, create a stronger bridge and improve breathing.
Consultation
During the consultation, a thorough medical history is obtained. The nose is examined in detail, both externally and internally. Occasionally an endoscope may also be used for internal examination. Photographs are taken and digital manipulation is carried out to help you understand the surgical procedure and expected results. You can expect a thorough explanation of outcomes and risks involved in the surgery.
Am I a suitable candidate?
Pre-requisites for rhinoplasty include good health and realistic expectations. There is no perfection in rhinoplasty, but the aim is to improve the nose functionally and aesthetically, to blend it with other facial features. Age is a consideration – we prefer not to operate on teenagers until after they have completed their growth spurt at around sixteen for girls and seventeen for boys, though there are exceptions.
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