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What to Expect from Your Rhinoplasty Recovery

June 3, 2017 By @RhinoplastySyd

Many people would like to have a rhinoplasty, either for cosmetic or health reasons, but often become timid at the idea because they are unsure of what the recovery will be like. Actually, recovery from a nose job may not be nearly as bad as you may have imagined it. Let’s discuss what rhinoplasty recovery is actually like so that you will know what to expect.

The first day or two after

In most cases, you will be required to stay overnight in the hospital for monitoring. For the first few days, you will likely want to take the pain medication prescribed to you by your surgeon. This will help ease any of the discomfort you might be feeling.

It is advised that you take up to two weeks off work to ensure you have the time to rest and let your body heal. Some people choose to take even longer off from work because they experience bruising and swelling. By the third or fourth day, you may be able to switch to over the counter pain medications to manage your discomfort.

Congestion

More annoying than any pain, congestion is one of the side effects of rhinoplasty. That’s because the inside of the nose will likely swell a great deal in the wake of a procedure. While the inner nasal walls are swollen, you may have trouble breathing.

However, congestion should start clearing up within a few weeks of the surgery. That’s because the swelling will slowly go down.

Irritation may occur, especially at night when you are trying to sleep. There are some things you can do and things you can avoid in order to ensure your nose heals as quickly as possible. If you follow these directions, you should find it much easier to avoid the irritation.

Tips for rhinoplasty recovery

Use a saline spray to keep the inside of your nose moist.
Use an ointment if one has been given to you by the surgeon. If your nose is dry and becoming irritated, talk to your surgeon about getting an ointment to keep it moist during healing.
Do not blow your nose until your surgeon has given you clearance to do so.

The follow up

Depending on your procedure and how it was done, some of the things you may need consider after the surgery are:

Having a cast on your nose
Stitches that need to be removed around a week or a week and a half later.
Bruising that will vary depending on your own body and that will fade in a week or two.

If you have a reason for why you need a nose job, then do not let your fear stand in the way. Recovery usually only takes a week or two at the most and any discomfort you may experience can be managed with prescription or over the counter medication.

If you have questions or concerns about rhinoplasty see your local doctor who will arrange for you to see a nose surgeon.

Grant before and after rhinoplasty pictures

October 20, 2016 By @RhinoplastySyd

Rhinoplasty summary

This gentleman requested several changes to his nose. The before and after pictures are displayed in the slideshow.

Patient concerns

Appearance

Nasal bump
Nasal length too long
Drooping nasal tip

Function

Breathing problems
Nasal congestion and obstruction

Surgical technique

To address his concerns this gentleman underwent open structure rhinoplasty, nasal septal reconstruction and bilateral inferior turbinoplasties.

After rhinoplasty surgery

The patient concerns in terms of appearance and function were addressed. The bump was removed. The tip was deprojected and uprotated. The columella retraction was addressed. Overall the nose has a natural appearance in keeping with the facial features. The nasal airway was improved and breathing is easier.

What to Expect From a Rhinoplasty Procedure

December 23, 2015 By @RhinoplastySyd

Clients may decide to have rhinoplasty for any number of reasons

Perhaps they have always hated the size or shape of their nose. Maybe they suffer from snoring or sleep apnea due to a deviated septum or blocked nasal passages. Sometimes they may have suffered a traumatic injury that has left the nose scarred and misshapen.

You have no doubt read articles on all kinds of reasons for plastic surgery, including rhinoplasty. The simple fact is, whether your reasons are cosmetic, functional, or both – so long as you are seeking rhinoplasty for yourself and not to satisfy anyone else – you are perfectly justified in seeking this procedure. It is safe and patients who pay attention to their doctors’ consultations and advice will be very satisfied with the outcome.

While you may have a good idea of what you want your new nose to look like, or how you want it to function, you may not have a clear picture in your mind of how this can happen. In this article, we will discuss the basic steps your rhinoplasty surgeon will take during your procedure and what you can expect during recovery.

What happens during the procedure

Depending on the type of surgery and whether or not you are having any other procedures done at the same time – such as jaw contouring or a brow lift – your rhinoplasty will most likely take between 1 and 3 hours. You, of course, will not be awake during this process, as you will be given an IV of anesthesia, fluids, and medication as you are taken into the operating room. Your heart rate, blood pressure etc will then be closely monitored by your anesthetist.

While you are under anesthetic, your surgeon will either perform an open or closed rhinoplasty. In an open rhinoplasty, your surgeon will make a small Z-shaped incision under your nose, between your nostrils. During this type of procedure, the skin is folded up while your surgeon reshapes and restructures the bone, cartilage, and tissue underneath. Afterward, you may be left with a very discrete scar in between your nostrils.

During a closed rhinoplasty, all of the incisions will be made inside the nostrils. In this procedure visible scarring can be avoided. Some surgeons will often prefer this method of the procedure as it enables them to see how the nose will look after the surgery is complete. However, closed rhinoplasty does make repositioning of the skin over the nose more difficult and if often not recommended for more complex surgeries.

Both of these techniques have advantages and disadvantages, depending on the desired results for the procedure. Talk to your surgeon about which will be better for you.

What to expect after surgery

Rhinoplasty often includes breaking and reshaping the bones in your nose. When you take this into consideration, it is understandable that the recovery process is similar to recovering from a broken nose. After your procedure, your surgeon will cast and tape your nose to hold it in place. You may need to refrain from some physical activities during your recovery to avoid strain on the healing tissue, bone, and cartilage. Be sure to ask your doctor what you can and can’t do following surgery, this will ensure the best possible recovery.

After your procedure, you will have a number of follow-up visits to ensure that the nose and wounds are healing properly and that the results will be satisfactory.

If you have questions about a rhinoplasty procedure contact your local doctor, who will arrange for you to see a rhinoplasty specialist.

Basic Facts to Know About Rhinoplasty

November 30, 2015 By @RhinoplastySyd

If you are considering getting a nose job, then there are things you need to know before you go in for the procedure. A rhinoplasty is a common procedure, but there are still a number of pro’s and con’s to the procedure. Let’s go over some facts associated with rhinoplasty so that you will know what to expect before you meet with your surgeon.

When it will be done

In most cases, rhinoplasty will be completed as an inpatient. You will need to go under general anesthesia, meaning you will be asleep and it is likely that you will need to stay in hospital overnight. This means the doctor and medical staff can keep a close eye on your recovery to ensure there have been no immediate complications.

The actual recovery time will depend immensely on the extent of the nose job itself. There is no all-encompassing number for recovery time in nose jobs. That is because each one of them is different and each will require different work, influencing how long it will take to recover.

What can be repaired with rhinoplasty?

Some people have the surgery for medical reasons. For example, people with a deviated septum can have a variety of conditions, like trouble breathing and nosebleeds. A deviated septum can be repaired with a nose job.

Common reasons why people choose to have rhinoplasty include:

Removing a bump from the bridge of the nose
Correcting problems with the tip (drooping tip or misshapen tip)
Changing the size of the nostrils
Straightening a crooked bridge
Lengthening or shortening the tip of the nose
Changing the size of the nose overall

Additionally, if someone has trouble breathing, rhinoplasty can be used to open the nasal passages. Finally, if someone has had traumatic injury to the nose, then surgery may be used to correct any problems resulting from that injury.

Procedures used

When you discuss your rhinoplasty procedure with your surgeon, they will explain either an open or a closed procedure. These are the two methods used for a nose job and they only differ in one way. An open procedure will involve making a small incision underneath the nose on the strip of skin between the nostrils. A closed procedure will involve only incisions within the nostrils so they cannot be seen.

Different surgeons may prefer one to the other. This decision may also be influenced by a number of other things. For example, if you need extensive work to the tip of your nose, then the surgeon will likely recommend an open procedure so that they have more access to the cartilage. Overall, there is not enough of a difference to be of concern to you as the recovery time will be about the same. The incision under your nose should heal so that no one will be able to tell and any scarring will be minimal.

Talking with your surgeon

If you are considering a rhinoplasty, it is very important to discuss your goals with your surgeon. They will help you get a realistic idea of what your results will be and you can explain exactly how you want your nose to look in the end. Your surgeon will tell you whether that can be done and then describe how they can reach as close as possible results.

Rhinoplasty procedures can be a great way to change the look of the nose or correct medical problems. However, before you book your appointment, it helps to understand what will be happening. By knowing, what a rhinoplasty can do and the basics of how the procedure can be completed, you will be better prepared for meeting with the surgeon.

If you have questions or concerns about rhinoplasty see your local doctor who will arrange for you to see a nose surgeon.

Questions and Answers about Rhinoplasty

July 22, 2015 By @RhinoplastySyd

All types of cosmetic procedure are serious surgeries and for that reason, most patients will have quite a few different questions before they will even consider going under the knife. This is especially true of rhinoplasty (nose job). This article provides general information about some of the questions we are commonly asked.

How much will rhinoplasty cost?

The actual surgery cost will depend on a number of factors – most importantly, the extent of the work you need done will have an impact on cost. Some people only need very minor work and their procedure can cost less than someone who needs several things done.

When you consult with your surgeon, be sure to find out how much you will need to spend. Note that for any procedure there are costs for the surgery, the anaesthesia and the hospital facility. You should be able to get a good idea in advance, and that number shouldn’t change much.

Are there any risks involved with rhinoplasty?

While nose jobs are done as a routine procedure, it is still surgery. Any type of surgery will involve some amount of risk. With rhinoplasty, these risks include: infection, reactions to anesthesia, bruising, and bleeding. All of these are fairly uncommon though. The most important issue relates to the need for revision. The risk of needing revision rhinoplasty is reported to be around 5%. A revision procedure can be needed for many factors such as nostril asymmetry through to residual dorsal hump reduction.

What will my new nose look like?

This is a question you need to discuss thoroughly with your surgeon. It is very important that you have realistic expectations. Otherwise, you may be disappointed in the results. Morphed pictures will give you an idea about possible rhinoplasty outcomes. Remember to communicate clearly what you want from the procedure, and then listen carefully to the surgeon – so that you can find out what to actually expect from your results.

What will the procedure be like?

The surgery will be done under general anesthesia so you don’t have to worry about being awake or feeling anything while the work is done. There are two main types of rhinoplasty: open and closed.

Open nose jobs involve making a small incision to the skin between your nostrils. The incision is on the outside of the nose.
Closed nose jobs only include incisions inside of the nostrils and not on the outside.

Studies show a patient satisfaction rate of more than 80 – 90 % for all rhinoplasty techniques.

The surgery will last around three hours and the exact time will depend on the extent of the work that needs to be done.

What will the recovery be like?

In most cases, you will be allowed to go home the next day. For about a week or two after the surgery, you will have stitches and you will need to wear a cast or splint on your nose. Bruising and swelling may occur around your eyes and nose. The bruising generally subsides over a couple of weeks. Your surgeon will go over when you can resume activities. Most people find they are able to go back to work within a fortnight of having a rhinoplasty. This will depend on the degree of swelling of the nose and when you feel as though you are comfortable to return. You will likely need to avoid overly strenuous activities for around four weeks time.

Whenever you are considering any type of cosmetic procedures, it is a good idea to know what to expect and what you will go through before and after the surgery. This is certainly true of rhinoplasty. The more questions you can get answered, the more you will be prepared for the surgery itself. This will often help to quell any concerns that you may have.

If you have questions about rhinoplasty, contact your local doctor, who will arrange for you to see a nose surgeon.