Investigating the complications and benefits of rhinoplasty surgery
Who is rhinoplasty suitable for?
If there is a significant deformity in your nose, and if correcting the deformity makes you feel better about yourself, you may be a good candidate for rhinoplasty..
- If your nose is too big or too small
- If the tip of your nose is crooked or drooping
- If your nose is wide from the front
- If there is a curve on the bridge of the nose
- In case of asymmetry between the two sides of the nose
- If there is a problem with the nostrils
- If the tip of your nose moves too much when you laugh or talk
- If you have breathing problems, you are probably a candidate for rhinoplasty.
If you have one or more of the above problems, it is better to consult a skilled plastic surgeon before making a decision. You can make a decision after visiting in person, examination and opinion of the surgeon.
The result is actually a psychological improvement, so it is important how the beautician feels before the surgery. It should be noted that factors affecting the results of rhinoplasty include the thickness of the nasal skin, the shape of the nose itself, previous rhinoplasty, etc.
What are the benefits of rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty is often performed with specific goals. In some people, it is done with the aim of improving breathing and also improves the appearance of the face. During rhinoplasty, the surgeon may make your nose look more pleasing to you:
- Removing the hump on the nose
- Correction of the bridge of the nose
- Change the tip of the nose
- Changing the shape or size of the nostrils
- Repairing the nose after injury or trauma
- Increasing or decreasing the size of the nose
What are the complications of nose surgery?
Complications from rhinoplasty are rare, and if they do occur, they are usually minor. These may include::
- Hematoma or infection
- Bleeding after surgery, and rarely need blood transfusion.
- Reaction to anesthesia
- Loss of sense of smell in very rare cases
- Perforation of the septum (The hole between the two sides of the nose)
- Some patients may experience nosebleeds or numbness in or around the nose.
- Adverse functional or aesthetic outcome in rare cases
In general, rhinoplasty is considered a very safe operation.