Change Your Nose With Rhinoplasty

Have you ever admired or felt envious of someone’s perfectly proportioned nose? Do you ever find yourself scrutinising your nose critically and wishing you could change how it looks? The good news is that you don’t have to hate your nose for the rest of your life. A minor treatment called rhinoplasty also referred to as a nose job, can transform your less-than-ideal nose into one that is perfectly shaped, aligned, and balanced.

Here is all that you need to know about rhinoplasty.

What is Rhinoplasty?

Plastic surgery, or a cosmetic technique known as rhinoplasty, involves the surgical reconstruction or repair of the nose to achieve the appropriate form and alignment for the patient. Even though rhinoplasty is now a routine surgery, it was formerly only performed on celebrities. 

The general public’s interest in the procedure has recently increased significantly. Even though rhinoplasty is frequently performed for cosmetic reasons, it also has a wide range of other uses. For instance, it can be carried out following an accident or other trauma that has altered the nose’s anatomy or for correcting a congenital defect. Rhinoplasty is suggested by several ENT professionals as a way to improve breathing and treat chronic ailments like rhinitis.

It is not a standalone treatment and can address various anatomical problems with the nose, such as eliminating the nasal hump, restructuring the nose tip, resizing the nostrils, or the nose’s overall size and orientation may be altered.

What Are The Types of Rhinoplasty?

There are a range of types of rhinoplasty, but there are four main types;

Open Rhinoplasty

The most invasive type of rhinoplasty, known as open rhinoplasty, involves internal and external incisions on the nose between nostrils on an anatomical landmark known as the columella. 

Many people are wary of the idea of undergoing a surgical incision between the nostrils because they are concerned about scarring and the prolonged recovery period. Yet, it is the surgeon’s preferred method since it offers them the greatest freedom to manipulate the nose to achieve the desired outcomes. op

It is also the type that is chosen when the nose needs to be extensively reshaped and sculpted. The incisions typically heal fairly quickly and have favourable outcomes.

Closed Rhinoplasty

Closed rhinoplasty, as the name implies, includes an incision inside the nose, in the space between the nostrils, and leaves no visible scars. As a result, it only permits a little amount of manipulation, which is ideal when just minor corrections are needed. Although it has some drawbacks, some of its benefits include a quick recovery period, a shorter operation, and less downtime.

Secondary Rhinoplasty

Cosmetic surgeries can go wrong more frequently than you could imagine, and nose jobs have the highest rate of failure, which leads us to secondary rhinoplasty, also known as revision rhinoplasty. Depending on the degree of correction desired, a closed or an open rhinoplasty can be undertaken. It is more complicated than any other type of rhinoplasty and is typically done to fix a rhinoplasty that has gone awry.

It frequently entails using extra cartilage that can be taken from the nasal septum, or in cases of insufficiency, from the rib or ear, or even an autologous cartilage graft.

Liquid Rhinoplasty

Liquid rhinoplasty is the best alternative if you are nervous about the surgery but still want to have your nose job done. With no surgical incisions and the use of hyaluronic acid fillers to change the contour of the nose, it is the least invasive type of rhinoplasty. The filler has limited uses for nose recontouring and does not last for a longer period of time, which is a disadvantage. For instance, it cannot be used to make the nose smaller.

What Are The Steps Involved In Rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty is a multi-stage procedure, and just like everyone has a unique nose and set of unique troubles with that nose, there is no one size fits all formula when it comes to rhinoplasty. Each case is unique, and special consideration has to be made to the demands and expectations of the patients.

Pre Surgical 

Establishing whether a person is a good candidate for rhinoplasty or not is crucial before the case is planned. The best candidates for rhinoplasty are often adults over 18 with good physical health and no underlying medical concerns. Additionally, having a positive perspective and setting reasonable goals is critical. Some medical examinations are done to get the patient ready for treatment, such as lab tests, pre-operative photos, and counselling.

The cosmetic surgeon frequently advises patients to refrain from drinking alcohol and smoking for a few days and make minor alterations to their medication schedule to speed post-operative healing.

Intra Operative

In most cases, the procedure is carried out under general anaesthesia. Depending upon the type of procedure, it takes about an hour or even up to three hours and can be carried out in the doctor’s clinic, surgical facility or hospital.

Post Operative

Typically patients report mild to moderate discomfort after surgery, which can be managed with medication. However, due to potential under-eye bruising and the usage of a splint, the first stage of the recuperation period might be uncomfortable at work and in public interactions. 

After rhinoplasty, patients can anticipate wearing splints on the inside and outside of their noses for about a week to protect the nasal bones and cartilage. Patients should also refrain from engaging in vigorous exercise like running or swimming for a few weeks. The bruising usually subsides in a week or so.

How Much Does Rhinoplasty Cost?

As per the NHS website, since rhinoplasty is mostly done for cosmetic purposes, it is not covered under medical insurance, and the cost for the procedure can range from £4000 to £7000 and even beyond depending upon the experience of the cosmetic surgeon, quality of procedure and the steps involved. It should be noted that this cost does not cover any consultation fee, pre-surgical appointments and follow-up care. 

Rhinoplasty With WeCure

When all costs are added up, the cost of rhinoplasty in the UK is enough to plunge you into bankruptcy. That is not the price you should pay to get a pretty nose. The nose is crucial to your appearance because of its central and conspicuous position on the face.

It is pivotal to carefully select a board-certified cosmetic surgeon with a proven track record of patient satisfaction in cosmetic procedures, particularly rhinoplasty because an inexperienced doctor’s poorly executed rhinoplasty procedure can cause more harm than good and frequently result in a distorted and hideous-looking nose.

You don’t have to become a pauper in order to acquire the nose of your dreams since WeCure connects you to internationally qualified cosmetic surgeons with stellar reputations who offer you complete consultation, treatments, aftercare, and follow-ups at incredibly competitive prices.

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