Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty Procedures

1. Open Rhinoplasty: This procedure requires making an incision at the columella (the tissue between the nostrils), which provides a better view and access to the surgeon and, thus, is used in significant rebuilding.
2. Closed Rhinoplasty: This method includes making cuts inside the nose where scars will not be noticed, hence less healing time, but at the same, fewer changes are made on the nose.

Key Difference between Rhinoplasty vs. Septoplasty

Several individuals mix up rhinoplasty with septoplasty, although they are not the same. Rhinoplasty operates in the nasal area, while septoplasty is performed to correct the deviation in the septum, which interferes with breathing. During your consultation with Dr. Jain, you will be guided and help you select the best procedure closer to what you desire.

What Should One Anticipate Before, During, and After Rhinoplasty?

Before the procedure, you will spend time with our board-certified cosmetic surgeon, discussing your expectations, medical background, and other possible concerns in detail. Also, some preoperative instructions counsel you to refrain from certain medications, and some may include diet.

The procedure is 1 to 3 hours, depending on the details of the rhinoplasty surgery procedures. You will, of course, be given some anesthetic for your comfort. The incision would be made, and the nose’s internal structure would be altered as per the details comprehensively discussed during the earlier consultation.

After the procedure is completed, don’t be taken aback if some little swelling and bruising occurs, as this is a normal reaction. Moreover, you will most likely be given a nose brace to help maintain the shape of the nose post-surgery and will receive thorough aftercare advice for quick healing.

Navigating Recovery And Expectations

Inflammation is usually part of the injury repair and reaches its maximum during the first 48 hours. They will gradually come down, but the complete reversal of swelling may take a few days, although the outcome will more or less be seen after a month or so. Most patients experience moderate soreness following the treatment, which can be relieved with medication as suggested by the doctor. It’s considered more than acceptable to feel some discomfort, but this is commonly at its peak during the first few days.

Rhinoplasty Recovery Time and Return to Activities

Patients can normally do light activities in 7-14 days, while it may take a few weeks to fully recover. It is important to adhere to our recovery procedures which may include some laying down, icing, and no vigorous activities at all. Otherwise, rhinoplasty offers natural results that help you achieve the desired changes to your face shape. However, with age, the natural degenerative process in the human body may cause very slight changes to the nose. However, if patients observe, swelling, sharp pains, or signs of an infection, they are advised to speak to their surgeon. Our dedicated Aesthetic and Cosmetic Surgeons team will work closely to ensure your smooth recovery process.