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Nose plastic surgery - rhinoplasty
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What will my nose look like after surgery?
In general, a rhinoplasty (nose job) is designed to improve the
aesthetic appearance of the nose. In most cases excess cartilage
and bone is removed to provide a smaller, straighter, more aesthetic
appearance. Occasionally tissue is added to the nose. Dr. O'Connell
believes that each nose must be viewed in relation to the entire
facial structure and that overly "done" turned up noses
are to be avoided. Our goal in rhinoplasty is to provide a more
balanced, refined, natural look without compromising function.
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If I have trouble breathing through my nose
or have had a broken nose will my insurance policy pay for rhinoplasty?
Difficulty breathing through the nose is often associated with
a deviated septum or other problem with the internal anatomy of
the nose. This can sometimes be associated with prior trauma such
as a broken nose.
Difficulty breathing and sinus problems can also be caused by
other conditions as well, and a careful diagnostic examination
is needed before surgery. While individual insurance policies
can vary, functional surgery to improve breathing is covered by
many insurance plans.
The cost of simultaneous correction of cosmetic deformities of
the nose is usually not covered by insurance.
Do I need to wear a splint after surgery?
In most cases a splint is worn for about four days following
rhinoplasty.
Is there a lot of bruising afterwards?
This depends on the extent of the procedure but most patients
experience seven to ten days of bruising following rhinoplasty.
The nose itself will be swollen for about two weeks or longer
but resolution of subtle swelling at the tip of the nose can take
many months after surgery to resolve.
Where are the incisions placed?
In most rhinoplasties the incisions are hidden within the inside
of the nose. Occasionally external incisions are placed in or
near the creases where the nose meets the cheek to change the
shape of the nostrils.
In the "open" technique, which is primarily utilized to improve more difficult problems in the tip and central one-third of the nose, an external incision is placed across the columella.
Are the changes permanent?
In general, the final shape resulting from a rhinoplasty is expected
to last a lifetime and regrowth of bumps and deformities corrected
by the procedure is rare.
Our noses do undergo changes in shape with age, however.
Is computer imaging used?
Dr. O'Connell uses computer imaging prior to rhinoplasty solely
as an educational tool to aid in understanding the potential effects
of surgery upon the nose and to illustrate the internal anatomy
of the nose. It's important to understand that computer imaging
may not accurately depict the appearance following surgery and
it's use does not imply any guarantee.
Get more information about computer
imaging.
Are there risks associated with rhinoplasty?
As with all surgery there are risks and potential complications.
Most patients are satisfied with the results of their rhinoplasty
and the surgery is ordinarily very safe. A careful consideration
of all risks, alternatives and potential benefits is an important part of the
consultative process prior to any surgical procedure.
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about nose surgery or any of our cosmetic surgery procedures,
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