Rhinoplasty is a corrective procedure whose objective is to modify the shape and/or size of the nose, enhancing aesthetics and ensuring that it remains balanced with the proportions of the face for a beautiful and natural appearance. However, we can also improve respiratory function in case it is altered.
patient profile
People are excellent candidates. Over 15 years old who are in good general health and are looking to improve their appearance, not absolute perfection Being realistic with your expectations.
Los aesthetic changes in the nose can be small or radicalbut the objective is that the nose is not the center of attention, that the patient’s face is the same but improvedprettier, and that a person who sees her for the first time never realizes that she has surgery.
Surgical techniques
Surgical techniques have evolved significantly in recent years and Preservation Rhinoplasty has become relevant, where the superficial structures of the nose are preserved, eliminating the need for reconstruction, obtaining more natural and reducing complications. In addition, technologies such as the use of ultrasonic scalpel which produces less inflammation and respects the soft tissues.
3-hour surgical intervention with general anesthesia
The surgery is performed in an operating room under general anesthesia, lasts approximately 3 hours and requires an overnight hospital stay. The postoperative period is not painful. Usually we do not place nasal packing, so during the first days the patient feels nasal congestion and some difficulty breathing, but this usually resolves quickly as the inflammation subsides. After 7-12 days we remove the stitches and the nasal splint, and the patient can lead a normal life.
The inflammation of the rhinoplasty is decreasing gradually, but it usually takes several months to disappear completely. The final result cannot be assessed until at least one year after surgery. However, after 6 months You already have a pretty close idea of how the nose will finally look.
When choosing a surgeon, it is important to be able to assess their results with photos of patients operated on. For this, today, the web and social networks such as Instagram are very useful.
complications
Although rare, rhinoplasty (like any surgery) carries a risk of complications such as infection, bleeding, or breathing problems. In approximately 5-10% of patients, it is necessary to perform a Surgical revision to correct minor defects. Many of them are unpredictable even in expert hands, as they depend on healing of each patient. The risks can be minimized by following the surgeon’s instructions and going to a qualified professional who knows both the aesthetic and functional parts of the nose.
