Rhinoplasty is considered a major surgical procedure. Very often the result obtained after rhinoplasty does not always turn out the way we would like. And that already requires a second operation. Rhinoplasty will be considered unsuccessful if it has not brought the desired effect or worsened the patient's condition. He should be treated very responsibly. Excessive swelling can be achieved by incorrect correction of the shape of the nose, loss of smell, curvature of the septum and difficulty in breathing. Therefore, before rhinoplasty, you must be aware that the result may differ from the desired one.
Possible complications
Unfortunately, it is quite difficult to predict how rehabilitation will unfold. Even the most experienced doctor will not be able to say exactly what the reaction of the body will be. Therefore, plastic is believed to be jewelry, and rhinoplasty is filigree. The consequences after surgery can be irreversible and all possible risks should be reasonably assessed in preparation for such an intervention.
The most likely side effects of rhinoplasty are:
- nosebleeds;
- hyperpigmentation at the site of exposure;
- lymph and blood flow disorders, leading to edema and hematoma;
- abscesses;
- bleeding in the operated and proximal zone;
- complete or partial loss of odor;
- difficulty breathing as a result of swelling of the mucous membranes;
- curvature of the nasal septum;
- excessive scar tissue formation, which ensures the formation of a voluminous scar;
- inflammatory process in soft tissues.
The appearance of the above signs characterizes a failed operation.
Causes of complications
Knowing about the possible causes of complications after plastic surgery, their prevention is much easier and safer for the body.
Lack of experience
The most common prerequisite for the side effects of rhinoplasty is the low qualification of the surgeon. Insufficient experience leads the doctor to ignore certain mandatory points. In addition, the impact of small-scale practical skills development is possible. They are especially important in rhinoplasty. The nose has a very complex structure and the slightest mistake, every wrong movement can have irreversible consequences.
Wrong choice of technique
An inexperienced doctor does not necessarily make a mistake. Even experienced surgeons make mistakes, and this happens much more often than we would like. This is due to the fact that there are several techniques for rhinoplasty. Each of them is the most optimal for use in patients with certain anatomical features in accordance with the desired goals. Wrong choice of plastic nose surgery technique can also lead to serious results, which in most cases cannot be eliminated.
Postoperative care disorders
Successful plastic surgery is only half the positive outcome. The second part refers to the recovery period. The patient's behavior at this time will be of great importance. Failure to follow medical recommendations leads to edema, hematoma and active scar tissue. A doctor who performs plastic surgery can generally create a picture of how the rehabilitation will take place and tell you what means will help you reduce it.
Patients often ignore the advice of a specialist before plastic surgery, based on the experience of friends or their own subjective feelings. And the result of this attitude is the worsening of the condition, the appearance of pigmentation, swelling that does not pass and other unpleasant side effects characteristic of unsuccessful nose plastic surgery.
How can complications be avoided?
Everyone would rather prevent a problem than solve it. In the situation with rhinoplasty, this is an absolutely and completely correct decision. Minimizing risk not only helps to get the highest quality result. It helps to avoid side effects and facilitates recovery as much as possible.
- Choice of doctor and clinic. It is best to choose specialists whose "portfolio" there is an opportunity to "meet" live. This will help to see how much he is able to embody the wishes of patients, to form an overall picture of professionalism. In addition, you can read reviews of those who have done rhinoplasty in a selected clinic and from a specific doctor. To do this, you need to spend some time and try to find information about the surgeon, anesthesiologist on the reviews. When choosing, you should not be guided only by reviews on the "native" page - they are usually moderated and not all can be published. Visual photographs before and after rhinoplasty will show an excellent result.
- Making the most precise project. In order for the surgeon to better understand what the patient wants, modern medicine uses computer design. After setting the basic parameters of the face, the program allows you to make it as close as possible to natural correction. This way the person will be able to see how satisfied they will be with the expected result of the nose plastic. The doctor, for his part, will be able to assess the possibility of implementation and, if necessary, suggest alternative options. But it should be borne in mind that such a design is not always able to take into account all the anatomical features and therefore can not guarantee complete compliance with the desired result.
- Strict adherence to recommendations before and after plastic surgery. Contrary to popular belief, preparing for an intervention is very important. It helps to determine the degree of scarring during remission, to predict the development of hematomas and edema. Therefore, before rhinoplasty, you should consult your doctor and follow all his advice exactly. Postoperative care minimizes side effects by reducing pain, swelling and scarring after rhinoplasty.
The result becomes fully visible after 6-8 months. By this time, small swellings and edema may appear and disappear periodically. You should not panic before the term - lymph and blood circulation are not restored immediately, so side effects may occur after rhinoplasty for some time.
Re-correction
After plastic surgery, patients sometimes want to correct the shape of the nose. This allows, if possible, to return the violations that were found during the performance of the failed plastic.
This intervention has a number of complexities. Reoperation after unsuccessful rhinoplasty is in most cases much more serious than the first one. At this stage, the shape of the nose is already corrected from the available amount of tissue. And that can significantly complicate a surgeon’s task. Such rhinoplasty does not guarantee complete achievement of the desired result at all. Therefore, you should visit several doctors first.
Corrective rhinoplasty is done if the patient has minor defects. It is performed under local anesthesia and can be nothing more than adjusting to the completely finished version. This usually involves rhinoplasty of the tip of the nose and removal of scar tissue.
Non-surgical correction is also performed in the absence of major injuries after a failed operation. It is performed under local anesthesia and may include fillers. They help to "fill in", if necessary, formed depressions and irregularities, to emphasize cartilage and correct angles.
Contouring is also aimed at filigree correction of nose details. It involves the use of hyaluronic acid, which forms a special "framework" for the skin and tissues. With its help, it is possible to correct details, angles and asymmetry of the nose.
General recommendations
- Rhinoplasty is a very serious and responsible step. When you agree to surgery, you must be aware that it is impossible to restore everything to its previous state. Therefore, it is very important psychological readiness to perform the intervention and to wait for the final result for six months until the edema completely disappears.
- Choosing a clinic and surgeon plays a very important role in quality nose surgery. Before you go on an appointment, you should read the reviews online. The more information is found before rhinoplasty, the easier it is to decide. You should not focus on loud advertising - it often hides low professionalism, a large number of additional mandatory paid services and not the best attitude towards customers.
- At the initial consultation, try to describe to the doctor as precisely as possible the desired outcome of plastic surgery. This will help him cope better and put together a "working front". The surgeon's understanding of the desired result contributes to obtaining it as accurately as possible. Conventional rhinoplasty of the tip of the nose will probably be enough, and not a complete intervention.
- An experienced surgeon will certainly clarify the existence of breathing problems, allergic reactions, previous illnesses and medication. This helps to compile the most complete clinical picture, on the basis of which it is possible to choose drugs and methods of action during rhinoplasty. It is worth noting that if the doctor does not provide such information, it is a very alarming sign characteristic of low-skilled professionals.