1- In what cases should rhinoplasty surgery be performed? A nose that negatively affects a person's appearance and causes dissatisfaction is a candidate for aesthetic surgery. Nose aesthetic surgery is called rhinoplasty. If the patient also has a curvature of the nasal septum, making the nose comfortable for breathing is added to our aesthetic goal. In this case, the person may need to undergo septorhinoplasty surgery. If the patient has a turbinate problem that prevents breathing, it is possible to perform rhinoplasty surgery simultaneously with rhinoplasty.
2- From what age can rhinoplasty surgery be performed? Rhinoplasty surgery is generally performed after the age of 17 for women and 18 for men. In addition, surgery can be performed earlier in cases where the patient has serious breathing problems or may cause deformity in facial-mouth development.
3- Can you give information about the process from arrival at the hospital to the post-operative period? ->First of all, a detailed physical examination and information is performed. ->After the decision for surgery is made, an appointment for surgery is made. ->Anesthesia preparations are completed before the surgery appointment date. ->Since you need to be hungry before the surgery, it is recommended that you stay hungry for at least 7 hours. ->You will be asked to wear surgical clothes before the surgery. ->After the surgery, the patient is woken up and taken to his room in the hospital after he regains consciousness. ->You can start taking food orally with liquid foods 4 hours after the surgery. It is recommended that you do not eat hard foods in the early period.
4- I come from outside Istanbul. How many days should I stay in Istanbul at least? You must arrive at least one day before your surgery appointment. You may need to stay in the hospital for a check-up on the evening of the surgery day. It is recommended that you stay in Istanbul for at least 9 days so that your early nose follow-ups can be done until 7 days after the surgery.
5- What is open technique rhinoplasty? If an incision is made in the column called columella between the nostrils, the surgery will be an open technique.
6- What is closed technique rhinoplasty? If the surgery will be performed through incisions made inside the nose, without making an incision in the column called columella between the nostrils. Closed technique is selected.
9- Will there be scars after rhinoplasty surgery? In the closed technique, since the incisions are applied inside the nose, no scar is visible from the outside. In the open technique, after the stitches in the external incision area are removed, the scar of this area decreases and becomes unclear over time.
10- Can you give information about nose tip aesthetics? The nose is shaped on the upper (bone), middle (cartilage) and lower (cartilage) roof from top to bottom. If the upper and middle roof of the nose are suitable for the person, but there is a problem in the lower roof (lower nose wings, nose tip, nostrils, etc.), it is possible to correct this area with nose tip aesthetics. In nose tip aesthetics, no intervention is made to the bones on the back of the nose and the side walls of the nose.
11- Do nose aesthetic surgeries cause a lot of bleeding? Rhinoplasty surgeries are not among the high-risk surgeries in terms of excessive bleeding. There are some precautions to further reduce the risk of bleeding during surgery. -> If you have an upper respiratory tract infection, surgery should be performed after the treatment. -
-> In patients with high blood pressure values, these values should be regulated with medical treatment if necessary before surgery. -> Herbal teas such as green tea can increase bleeding. Avoid foods that may increase bleeding before surgery (such as herbal teas, garlic, ginger, alcohol products, olive oil). -> It is not recommended for women to undergo surgery on the first day of menstruation due to the risk of bleeding.
12- Is rhinoplasty painful? Effective painkillers are included in your treatment for your surgery and post-operative follow-ups.
13- How many hours does rhinoplasty surgery take? Rhinoplasty surgery takes an average of 2-3 hours. However, if there is a serious deformity in the nose, the duration may vary to 3-4 hours on average. Revision rhinoplasty is also a topic. If it is seen that there is not enough cartilage in the nasal septum (nasal septum) during the surgery, cartilage can be taken from the auricle or rib when necessary. For a person who has rhinoplasty for the first time, the change in the natural anatomy and subcutaneous tissue structure may also increase the duration of the surgery.
14- Post-operative bruising is less. Is there a method to beat it? Even if similar techniques are used, the degree of bruising is also related to the connective tissue structure of the person. On the other hand, not making the surgery traumatic will also contribute to less bruising. After the surgery, intermittent cold application to the face, especially in the first 48 hours, will reduce the development of bruising and edema. Bruises usually begin to turn yellow within 7 days and gradually diminish and disappear. If necessary, additional medical treatments recommended by your doctor can be started for the bruise.
15- How many days after the surgery will the silicone tampons placed in the nose be removed? Perforated tampons placed inside the nose are generally removed between 1 and 7 days after the surgery, depending on the patient's condition.
16- How many days does it take to remove the splint placed on the back of the nose after the surgery? The splint placed on the back of the nose is usually removed 1 week after the surgery.
17- How many days does it take for the nose stitches to be removed after the surgery? If the rhinoplasty surgery was performed using an open technique, the stitches applied to the area called columella between the nostrils are usually removed 1 week after the surgery.
18- When can I swim in the summer and spring after the surgery? If there are no complaints 3 weeks after the surgery, you can swim in the sea. It is important to protect the nasal skin with sunscreen in summer and spring. It is recommended to use a hat, especially in summer and spring, to protect the facial area from the sun after the surgery.
19- When can I use glasses after the surgery? Wearing glasses in the early postoperative period can put pressure on the nose and have a negative impact on the healing process. It is recommended not to use glasses for at least 2 months after the surgery.
20- When can I return to my normal activities after the surgery? Bed rest is recommended after surgery on the day of surgery. The day after the surgery, you can walk for no more than 10 minutes every hour. Light domestic work can be done 2-3 days after the surgery. One week after the surgery, if there are no problems and your job does not involve heavy work, you can continue working. It is more appropriate to start heavy physical activities such as weight lifting and fitness 8 weeks after the surgery. Hard trauma to your nose for the first 1.5-2 years after surgery It is useful to be careful to prevent it from occurring.
21- What is revision rhinoplasty? It is a rhinoplasty performed on a patient who has had a rhinoplasty before. Revision surgery can be performed for aesthetic purposes as well as for easier breathing through the nose. Sometimes treatment for both conditions may be required. For those who have rhinoplasty surgery for the first time, cartilage can be taken from the ear or rib to be used when necessary during the surgery. This is decided according to the need for cartilage in the surgery.
22- When is the earliest we can have revision rhinoplasty? After rhinoplasty surgery, a certain period of time must be allowed for the nose shape to settle. It would be more appropriate to wait at least 6 months for noses that require mild surgical intervention after previous nose surgery, and at least 1 year for more advanced deformities for revision surgery.
23- Is it possible to have surgery while menstruating? It would be appropriate to postpone the surgery on the first day of your period, as bleeding during surgery and post-operative bruising and swelling may be more visible than expected.
24- Should I quit smoking before the surgery? There is a possibility of bleeding more than expected during surgery in smokers. Smoking can negatively affect wound healing by disrupting tissue oxygenation. Therefore, it is recommended that you quit smoking early. Not smoking during the recovery period after the surgery will help the tissues recover easily.
25- Can rhinoplasty surgeries be performed in all four seasons of the year? Rhinoplasty surgery can be performed in any season. However, it is recommended to use a hat, especially in summer and spring, to protect the facial area from the sun after the surgery. In winter, it is recommended to protect the nose from cold.
26- I had an upper respiratory tract infection before the surgery. Is it possible to have surgery? When surgery is performed in the presence of an upper respiratory tract infection, you will be more likely to experience nosebleeds and problems with tissue healing after surgery. Therefore, it would be appropriate to have surgery after infection treatment.
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