The following frequently asked questions (FAQ's) and answers will give you a basic understanding of the nose surgery or rhinoplasty procedure. These may not answer all of your questions, since a lot depends on your individual circumstances. Dr. Ahmed will be able to help you with any further concerns you have about how the procedure will affect you personally.
What should I consider before having rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty can be performed to meet aesthetic goals or for reconstructive purposes. For aesthetic purposes, rhinoplasty can enhance your appearance and your self-confidence. Before you decide to have nose surgery, think carefully about your expectations and discuss them with the doctor. If you're physically healthy and realistic in your expectations, you may be a good candidate.
How do I plan my nose surgery?
At your initial consultation, the doctor will ask what you'd like your nose to look like, evaluate the structure of your nose and face, and discuss the possibilities with you. He will also explain the factors that can influence the procedure and the results. These factors include the structure of your nasal bones and cartilage, the shape of your face, the thickness of your skin, your age, and your expectations.Be sure to tell the doctor if you've had any previous nose surgery or an injury to your nose, even if it was many years ago. You should also inform if you have any allergies or breathing difficulties; if you're taking any medications, vitamins, or recreational drugs, and if you smoke. The doctor will be happy to answer any questions you may have, especially those regarding your expectations and concerns about the results.
How do I prepare for surgery?
The doctor will give you instructions to help you prepare for nose surgery. These may include guidelines on eating and drinking, smoking, and taking or avoiding certain medications.
Where will my rhinoplasty be performed?
The nose surgery is performed at Urquiza Plastic Surgery CenterYou will usually be admitted on the day of surgery. This is an outpatient procedure
What type of anesthetic will be used?
Rhinoplasty is performed under a general anesthetic or sedation, so you'll sleep through the entire operation.
What takes place during the nose surgery?
During surgery the skin of the nose is separated from its supporting framework of bone and cartilage, which is then sculpted to the desired shape. Finally, the skin is redraped over the new framework. The doctor usually performs rhinoplasty from within the nose, making their incision inside the nostrils. When the nose surgery is complete, a splint will be applied to help your nose maintain its new shape. Nasal packs may be placed in your nostrils.
How long will the surgery nose take?
Rhinoplasty usually takes an hour or two, though secondary rhinoplasty and complex reconstructive procedures may take up to three hours.
What can I expect after my nose surgery?
For around the first twenty-four hours it is likely that your face will feel puffy and your nose may ache. However, any discomfort can be controlled with medication prescribed by the doctor. Plan on staying in bed with your head elevated for the first day. You'll notice that the swelling and bruising around your eyes will increase at first, reaching a peak after two or three days. Applying cold compresses will reduce this swelling and make you feel a bit better. In any case, you'll feel a lot better than you look. Most of the swelling and bruising should disappear within two weeks or so.
How long will it take for life to return to normal?
Most rhinoplasty patients are up and about within two days, and able to return to school or sedentary work a week or so following surgery. The doctor will give you more specific guidelines for gradually resuming your normal activities. He is likely to include these suggestions: Avoid strenuous activity for two to three weeks. Avoid hitting or rubbing your nose, or getting it sunburned, for eight weeks. Be gentle when washing your face and hair or using cosmetics. You can wear contact lenses as soon as you feel like it, but glasses are more difficult. Once the splint is off, they'll have to be taped to your forehead or propped on your cheeks for another six to seven days, until your nose is completely healed. The doctor will schedule frequent follow-up visits after surgery, to check on the progress of your healing.
How will I feel about my new look?
Within a week or two, you'll no longer look as if you've just had surgery. However, healing is a slow and gradual process. Some subtle swelling may be present for months, especially in the tip. The final results of rhinoplasty may not be apparent for months.
Does rhinoplasty carry any risk?
When rhinoplasty is performed by a qualified plastic surgeon, complications are infrequent . You can reduce your risks by closely following the doctor's instructions both before and after surgery.When rhinoplasty is performed from inside the nose, there is no visible scarring at all; when the procedure calls for the narrowing of flared nostrils, the small scars on the base of the nose are usually not conspicuous.
- What should I consider before having rhinoplasty?
- How do I plan my nose surgery?
- How do I prepare for surgery?
- Where will my rhinoplasty be performed?
- What type of anesthetic will be used?
- What takes place during the nose surgery?
- How long will the surgery nose take?
- What can I expect after my nose surgery?
- How long will it take for life to return to normal?
- How will I feel about my new look?
- Does rhinoplasty carry any risk?
What should I consider before having rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty can be performed to meet aesthetic goals or for reconstructive purposes. For aesthetic purposes, rhinoplasty can enhance your appearance and your self-confidence. Before you decide to have nose surgery, think carefully about your expectations and discuss them with the doctor. If you're physically healthy and realistic in your expectations, you may be a good candidate.
How do I plan my nose surgery?
At your initial consultation, the doctor will ask what you'd like your nose to look like, evaluate the structure of your nose and face, and discuss the possibilities with you. He will also explain the factors that can influence the procedure and the results. These factors include the structure of your nasal bones and cartilage, the shape of your face, the thickness of your skin, your age, and your expectations.Be sure to tell the doctor if you've had any previous nose surgery or an injury to your nose, even if it was many years ago. You should also inform if you have any allergies or breathing difficulties; if you're taking any medications, vitamins, or recreational drugs, and if you smoke. The doctor will be happy to answer any questions you may have, especially those regarding your expectations and concerns about the results.
How do I prepare for surgery?
The doctor will give you instructions to help you prepare for nose surgery. These may include guidelines on eating and drinking, smoking, and taking or avoiding certain medications.
Where will my rhinoplasty be performed?
The nose surgery is performed at Urquiza Plastic Surgery CenterYou will usually be admitted on the day of surgery. This is an outpatient procedure
What type of anesthetic will be used?
Rhinoplasty is performed under a general anesthetic or sedation, so you'll sleep through the entire operation.
What takes place during the nose surgery?
During surgery the skin of the nose is separated from its supporting framework of bone and cartilage, which is then sculpted to the desired shape. Finally, the skin is redraped over the new framework. The doctor usually performs rhinoplasty from within the nose, making their incision inside the nostrils. When the nose surgery is complete, a splint will be applied to help your nose maintain its new shape. Nasal packs may be placed in your nostrils.
How long will the surgery nose take?
Rhinoplasty usually takes an hour or two, though secondary rhinoplasty and complex reconstructive procedures may take up to three hours.
What can I expect after my nose surgery?
For around the first twenty-four hours it is likely that your face will feel puffy and your nose may ache. However, any discomfort can be controlled with medication prescribed by the doctor. Plan on staying in bed with your head elevated for the first day. You'll notice that the swelling and bruising around your eyes will increase at first, reaching a peak after two or three days. Applying cold compresses will reduce this swelling and make you feel a bit better. In any case, you'll feel a lot better than you look. Most of the swelling and bruising should disappear within two weeks or so.
How long will it take for life to return to normal?
Most rhinoplasty patients are up and about within two days, and able to return to school or sedentary work a week or so following surgery. The doctor will give you more specific guidelines for gradually resuming your normal activities. He is likely to include these suggestions: Avoid strenuous activity for two to three weeks. Avoid hitting or rubbing your nose, or getting it sunburned, for eight weeks. Be gentle when washing your face and hair or using cosmetics. You can wear contact lenses as soon as you feel like it, but glasses are more difficult. Once the splint is off, they'll have to be taped to your forehead or propped on your cheeks for another six to seven days, until your nose is completely healed. The doctor will schedule frequent follow-up visits after surgery, to check on the progress of your healing.
How will I feel about my new look?
Within a week or two, you'll no longer look as if you've just had surgery. However, healing is a slow and gradual process. Some subtle swelling may be present for months, especially in the tip. The final results of rhinoplasty may not be apparent for months.
Does rhinoplasty carry any risk?
When rhinoplasty is performed by a qualified plastic surgeon, complications are infrequent . You can reduce your risks by closely following the doctor's instructions both before and after surgery.When rhinoplasty is performed from inside the nose, there is no visible scarring at all; when the procedure calls for the narrowing of flared nostrils, the small scars on the base of the nose are usually not conspicuous.
