There are more and more people who are not happy with their appearance and are trying to somehow correct some body parts. Sometimes it’s about insanity, but to a greater extent, everyone has started to act completely indifferent to it, as the demand for plastic surgery is growing every year. For example, rhinoplasty is an opportunity to correct the shape of the nose, while blepharoplasty corrects eyelids and so on.
What is rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty is an operation that changes the shape and, if desired, the size of the nose. The first such correction was made by the German surgeon Jacques Josev in the first half of the last century. After this successful experience, this type of surgery began to gain popularity on a daily basis, and thanks to the constant development of medicine and equipment, it became even easier and safer. The very essence of this surgical intervention is the change of the bone-cartilage frame of the nose, immediately after the removal of the skin. Despite the fact that this procedure is already very popular, there are still quite a number of myths that can scare the patient in one way or another.
Myths and reality
The first myth says that this type of operation can be reported by any plastic surgeon. In fact, a physician of this specialization must be able to possess at least knowledge, and at most superficial skills. Unfortunately, this does not mean at all that he has enough practical experience to perform such an operation at the highest level. This procedure is very complicated, and every plastic surgeon should know all the nuances and subtleties of the structure of the nose and respiratory system, because the main task is not only the attractiveness of the patient, but also the proper functioning of organs after surgery. In this case, the doctor must respect the aesthetic proportions of the face.
There is an opinion that rhinoplasty of the nose is performed mainly for those people who have some kind of obsession with rearranging their body. But the fact is that the doctor himself can prescribe such a correction if the proper functioning of the respiratory organ is disturbed. At the same time, there is no denying the fact that a beautiful and graceful nose gives more self-confidence (especially to women), which will definitely change lives for the better. But to consider this operation a pleasure of one's inner "ego" is completely wrong, but as a modern type of psychotherapy.
Rumors that rhinoplasty of the nose is a painful operation are not unfounded. Like any other surgical procedure, it carries with it certain risks, but compared to the same breast augmentation, the first is less dangerous. As for the pain, the patient will not feel it, because the whole procedure is performed under general anesthesia. After the operation, the swelling and slight discomfort last for 5-7 days, but no longer.
Some people think that rhinoplasty is better in spring or summer, but in fact it is a pure myth because the procedure can be performed at any time of the year.
The best rhinoplasty is the one performed by a professional doctor, after which there will be no traces of intervention. Whether the operation will be noticeable or not initially depends on the degree of curvature.
Don’t think that rhinoplasty can completely change the shape of your nose so that it becomes perfect. Many things are limited by the individual characteristics of the structure, skin and bone and cartilage frame, which is why patients may even be dissatisfied with the result of the operation. Thus, according to statistics, every tenth patient, after tissue healing, returns to the doctor to change shape.
Choosing a new nose
In order to take into account the possibilities of the doctor and the patient's needs, computer diagnostics is performed, after which you will receive a photo. Rhinoplasty and, accordingly, the surgeon himself cannot go beyond a safe intervention if the shape of the nose does not enable the achievement of the desired result. But the doctor will be able to offer an intervention that is as close to ideal as possible.
Based on the aesthetics of the nose parameters, more attention is paid to the angle of the profile, which is calculated by the line connecting the chin to the forehead relative to the back of the nose. As for women, rhinoplasty of the tip of the nose is relevant for them when it is made slightly raised above the plane. Thanks to this correction, the face becomes noticeably younger. Remember that the shape will be chosen by the surgeon taking into account the parameters of the face as much as possible. The operation must be performed in such a way that the nose not only is in harmony with the rest of the body, but also gives individuality to the owner.
Types of rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty is a surgical intervention that is represented in several types:
- open intervention;
- surgery without skin removal (closed);
- use of fillers;
- repeated (secondary);
- columella surgery;
- change in the shape of the nostrils;
- rhinoplasty of the wide nose.
As for the first method, the doctor makes an incision directly on the bridge between the nostrils, thus achieving the maximum possible view for the surgeon. In this case, complete control during the operation is possible. During the closed method, the incision is made from the inside, which makes it less traumatic, just as when correcting the shape of the nose, thanks to the use of fillers. Other types of interventions are determined on the basis of individual anatomy.
Rejuvenating rhinoplasty
Recently, the most popular type of rhinoplasty is a procedure in which correction is performed, designed to affect the age-related increase in the bulge of the nasal dorsum, the relaxation of the tip and base. Over time, it becomes bigger and more prominent, which makes a woman older. Moreover, the ears also increase with age, so the surgeon must take this into account when correcting, so that everything is proportional. Even with a facelift, it is often necessary to straighten the nose in relation to the new facial contour. By the way, anti-aging rhinoplasty is the most personal type. Prices for this type of correction will also vary from case to case.
Contraindications
There is a specific list of conditions in which the operation is not performed:
- Rhinoplasty is not done under the age of 18 unless it is a necessary measure after injury.
- Inflammatory processes of the skin in the nose.
- Serious diseases of internal organs that can cause complications.
- Infectious, oncological and acute viral diseases.
- Diabetes.
- Blood diseases.
Preparing for surgery
Quality rhinoplasty is, above all, a complete understanding between doctor and patient. During the first appointment, the surgeon must listen to all wishes. Next, based on the request, the doctor should discuss possible techniques that will be relevant in a particular case. After that, an assessment of various nuances that can directly or indirectly affect the course of the operation is performed. The choice of a particular technique is based solely on the following parameters:
- customer requirements;
- structure of the osteochondral corset of the nose;
- skin condition and thickness;
- age of the patient;
- face type.
At the same stage, it is necessary to perform computer modeling whose purpose is to virtually create the shape of the nose using a special program. As for the choice of surgery technique, the initiative is completely transferred to the hands of the surgeon. A thorough history has been taken.
The doctor should inform his patient of the correct preparation for surgery. This includes removing certain foods from the diet, mandatory smoking cessation, and limiting the intake of certain fluids, especially alcohol.
Surgery may be delayed if the patient has recently suffered a skin infection or an illness related to the upper respiratory tract. Approximately 1-2 weeks before the correction procedure, it is necessary to completely abandon medications containing salicylates.
Operation
There are currently a sufficient number of private and public clinics where rhinoplasty can be performed. Prices in such medical institutions are set depending on the level of the institution, equipment, professionalism of doctors and, of course, the procedures they offer and carry out. Local anesthesia is often used, and several larger sedatives are injected into a vein. There are cases when general anesthesia is needed. All the time, during the operation, the patient is under the constant supervision of special computerized equipment that monitors the stable work of the heart, pulse, pressure.
At the end of all surgical interventions and procedures, the patient is transferred to the ward. There can often be some discomfort, but it all goes away quickly with the appropriate targeted medications. In some types of operations, it is necessary to apply a special splint in order for the nose to be stationary and protected from accidental bruising. If rhinoplasty of the tip of the nose is performed, then a special triangular bandage is placed for support, it is possible to use splint nostrils that are placed inside. It is possible to leave the clinic within a few hours, but some patients choose to stay overnight.
Performance
The operation itself does not take very long, about a few hours, it all depends on the chosen method of intervention and the initial complexity.
The first stage involves cutting the vestibule of the nasal mucosa. After that, the surgeon is obliged to correct the tip of the nose, sometimes it is necessary to change the height of the nostrils and the width of the base of the nose. After removing the hump or nose, the necessary appearance is given, the final correction is done with cartilage and they can be your own or preserved. During deformities, surgery takes place in parallel with a change in the position of the nasal septum.
It is worth noting that after all the performed manipulations, the nose goes through some changes that the surgeon cannot predict with 100% precision, which can be proven by numerous photographs. Rhinoplasty is a very complex procedure, but there is still a small percentage of failed interventions, which are the result of purely individual patient characteristics.
Possible complications
Every surgical intervention in the body is not natural and does not pass without leaving a trace, and rhinoplasty is no exception. Surgeons, of course, must have a high level of qualification, but sometimes there can be complications that are related exclusively to individual characteristics. These include:
- anatomical structure;
- reaction to anesthesia;
- wound healing;
- nosebleeds;
- general reaction of the body to surgery;
- infection.
The risk of complications can be reduced to zero if you carefully follow all the doctor's recommendations.
Recovery
In the first days after rhinoplasty, the nose can cause some discomfort. Swelling around the eyes is also noted, but after 4 days after the operation there will be no trace of them. Already after 2 weeks the nose will almost completely fix its final shape, but still, full formation occurs within six months. During this period, it is necessary to be especially careful when caring for the skin in the nasal area, because it will become especially susceptible to damage. During this period, it is recommended to refuse to visit the sauna and wear glasses for a month and a half.
Return to normal life
If you do not burden yourself with a lot of physical effort, you can start your daily life or even work within 1 week after the operation. As for continuing to play sports, it is recommended that you start them no sooner after 3-4 weeks. You should also avoid direct sunlight on your face. In fact, any person can do rhinoplasty, but it will be possible to get and consolidate the desired result only with full compliance with all the recommendations of the doctor.