Rhinoplasty : cosmetic nose surgery
What’s rhinoplasty ?
Rhinoplasty is a cosmetic nose surgery that intends to improve the appearance of the nose by removing its defects like the septum deviation, the excess of length, the presence of a nasal bump…
This procedure can be associated with a functionnal rhinoplasty that is called septoplasty in order to correct the septum deviation.
Cosmetic nose surgery : for whom ?
It is for all those who suffer from psychological problems related to their nose such as mockery, depression…
Indeed, this intervention does not have only physical advantages, but also psychological ones as it helps people to be more self-confident and to get rid of their complexes so as to live a better life.
The surgical technique
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Type of anesthesia : general anesthesia after a detailed medical report and blood tests
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The duration of the hospitalization : 2 days.
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The incisions : inside the nostrils or under the upper lip.
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The placement of a wick and splint with different absorbent materials.
What are the different types of rhinoplasty ?
- Simple rhinoplasty
This procedure treats the appearance and the shape of the nose : nasal bump, large nostrils, excessive length or width of the nose.
- Ethnic rhinoplasty
It is for all the individuals of different ethnic groups like Africans and Asians.The aim of this intervention is to refine the nose while maintaing its ethnic characteristics.
- Septoplasty
Its aim is to correct the deviation of the nasal septum in order to get rid of respiratory problems.
This intervention is associated with rhinoplasty.
Rhinoplasty : postoperative phases
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The appearance of bruises and swelling that will rapidly disappear.
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The surgeon prescribes to the patient analgesics to relieve pain.
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A rest of 7 days is recommended.
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The patient can not practice sport during 3 months.
Rhinoplasty : results
The final results can be appreciated after 6 to 12 months, the nose will be in harmony with the rest of the face.
