Nose
Surgery ("Rhinoplasty")
Description
Reshapes the
nose by reducing or increasing size,
removing bump, narrowing span of the
nostrils, changing the angle between the
nose and upper lip, or changing the
shape of tip or bridge. Rhinoplasty may
help to relieve breathing problems (in
which case it may be covered by
insurance).
Length
1 to 2
hours, or longer.
Side Effects
Temporary
swelling, numbness, bruising around the
eyes, nose and headaches along with
bleeding and stiffness. Some rhinoplasty
procedures require wearing a splint or
guard over the nose. Hematoma (a pooling
of blood under the skin,) infection, and
reaction to anesthesia are normal side
effects.
Recovery
Smokers are
expected to quit until nose is
completely healed. Minor swelling may
continue for months. Patients should
avoid straining, bending, lifting, and
wearing eye glasses immediately
following surgery. Back to work: 1 to 2
weeks. More strenuous activities: 2 to 3
weeks with limited exposure to sunlight.
Results
Permanent,
but it may take about a year for the
final results to take shape. A second,
corrective procedure is rarely required.
Technology
The skin of
the nose is separated from its
supporting framework of bone and
cartilage, which the surgeon then
sculpts to the desired shape. The nature
of the sculpting will depend on your
problem and your surgeons preferred
technique. The skin is then redraped
over the new framework. Most surgeons
place stitches inside the nose.
Patient Status
Outpatient -
Usually
Anesthesia
Local with
Sedation
General
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