Nose surgery (rhinoplasty) is an operation used to produce changes in the appearance, structure, and function of the nose. Rhinoplasty can reduce or increase the size of the nose, change the shape of the tip, regularize the back, narrow the width of the wings, or change the angle between the nose and the upper lip.

This operation can help correct birth defects, nasal injuries, and some respiratory problems. There is no universal type of rhinoplasty that meets the needs of each patient. Nose surgery is designed for each patient, depending on their needs.

 

With current techniques, the vast majority of patients can be operated on through incisions made inside the nose (closed rhinoplasty). In some cases, small external incisions must be made, which are planned in inconspicuous places on the nose to keep them hidden (open rhinoplasty).

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Internal nasal surgery (eg septoplasty) may be done to improve breathing at the same time as rhinoplasty. The surgery takes place in about two to three hours, under general anesthesia and usually on an outpatient basis. At the end of the procedure, an adhesive tape bandage (micropore) and a rigid splint (thermoformed plastic) are placed.

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Depending on the technique used, the placement of plugs inside the nose may or may not be required, and these are removed after a few days. The bandage is permanently removed in about ten days, however, the patient can usually return to normal activities five to seven days after surgery.

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The final result of the rhinoplasty is observed until after six or eight months, however, 80% of it can be seen from five weeks.

A certified plastic surgeon is the only specialist who has the knowledge, surgical training and experience necessary to perform this type of procedure under conditions of maximum safety for the patient.