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Cosmetic Surgery
Rhinoplasty/Nose Shaping
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 With rhinoplasty meaning nose aesthetics, the size of your nose can be increased or decreased, the shape of the tip and the arch of your nose can be changed, the space between the nostrils can be narrowed or the angle between the nose and the upper lip can be corrected. In addition, congenital errors or damages caused by injuries can be corrected and this can be performed in combination with interventions which aim to resolve respiratory problems in cases where breathing through the nose is difficult. Rhinoplasty changes your appearance in a positive way and increases your self-confidence. The best candidates for rhinoplasty are the ones who desire to create positive changes instead of reaching a perfect appearance.
Before this procedure it is essential that you communicate well with your physician. At the first visit, your physician will ask you what kind of a nose you desire and evaluates the structure of your face. He/she gives you information about the factors affecting the procedure and its result. Your plastic surgeon explains you the techniques he/she will use, the type of anesthesia, the place of the operation, the risks, the cost and the options you will be offered. Abiding by the instructions of your physician for preparing for the operation provides the operation to be performed more comfortably.
Let us call you for a consultation with our plastic and reconstructive surgeons about rhinoplasty.
Rhinoplasty is generally performed under general anesthesia in a hospital. You have to stay at the hospital for one night after the operation. Rhinoplasty lasts approximately one or two hours. Shaping of the bone and cartilage depends on the problem you have and the technique your physician prefers. After the operation a plaster cast is used to maintain the new form of your nose. Swelling may be present in the eyelids especially in the first 24 hours after the operation. Mild pain can be controlled by simple analgesics recommended by your physician. Cold compress application decreases swelling and makes you feel more comfortable. Most of the swelling and bruises completely disappear in 1-2 weeks.
You may feel an obstruction which can last a few weeks. At the end of the first week, all bandages and sutures are removed.
Most of the patients who have undergone rhinoplasty stand up the next day and can return to work in the first week. Your physician will give you information about returning to normal activities. It is appropriate to avoid forcing activities for two weeks.
You should avoid striking your nose and exposing to the sun for 8 weeks. You should be very kind to your nose when washing your hair and face and while putting make-up. You should not wear your eyeglasses for about 3 months until your nose settle fully.
You can call your physician without hesitation, if you feel extraordinary symptoms after the operation or if you have questions about what to do or not to do.
A hardly visible swelling may be present in your nose especially in the tip region for a few months. The definite results of rhinoplasty emerge in one year. On the days following the operation, when you have swelling and bruises on your face, you should motivate yourself by thinking that you will look beautiful later. After the procedure, your nose starts to appear better day by day. It should be kept in mind that the healing process is slow and gradual.
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