Rhinoplasty
Improve the size or shape of your nose.
Rhinoplasty (nose surgery) is sought each year by thousands of individuals who wish to improve how their noses look. But in addition to improving appearance, rhinoplasty can also correct birth defects or breathing problems and can have a tremendous impact on self-esteem.
Reshaping the nose may involve reducing or increasing the size, removing a hump, changing the shape of the tip or bridge, narrowing nostril span or changing the angle between the nose and upper lip. Incisions are often made inside the nostrils or base of the nose, allowing the cartilage and bone to be sculpted into the desired form.
Let our surgeons and nurses talk with you about your options and potential results.
Surgical Overview
Length: 1-2 hours or more.
Anesthesia: Usually asleep.
In/outpatient: Outpatient.
Side effects: Temporary swelling, bruising around eyes and nose, headaches, some bleeding and stiffness.
Risks: With any surgery, risks such as infection and blood clot exist. Our surgeons will always talk with you about potential risks specific to your procedures in your consultation. Other risks may include incomplete improvement, requiring additional surgery.
Recovery: Most patients spend the first 24 hours with their head elevated on a pillow. Swelling and bruising around the eyes are common for the first few days but can be reduced with cold compresses. Within one week, all dressings, splint and sutures are removed.
Duration of results: Permanent.
