Our nose is an organ located in the middle of the face that everyone can easily see. It is also the most important organ that provides the symmetrical and aesthetic appearance of our face. It is not a correct approach to see the nose only as an aesthetic organ; it is also an important functional organ that allows us to breathe and smell.
Rhinoplasty / septorhinoplasty is a surgery that aims to reshape the nose, but also to increase nasal functions. aims to work better.
Why do we perform rhinoplasty (nose aesthetics) surgery?
The definition of health is a state of complete well-being, not only physically but also spiritually and socially. If a person does not feel his nose is beautiful in public, if he thinks that everyone else is looking at his nose, this person's definition of social and psychological health is incomplete. In short, whether the patient's complaint is aesthetic or functional, rhinoplasty surgery is an operation performed for health.
The process of preparing for rhinoplasty surgery
The first stage of the preparation for this surgery is the patient's preparation for the surgery. is to make a final decision. In the second stage, the patient who is absolutely determined should find an experienced surgeon who performs rhinoplasty and with whom he can get along.
Immediately after the meeting between the surgeon and the patient, the surgeon questions the patient's medical history; The diseases he has had, the surgeries he has had, and the medications he is currently using are examined one by one, and risk factors are determined.
Then, your surgeon performs a detailed physical examination, examines both the external structure of the nose and evaluates its internal structure endoscopically. Examines nose-face harmony.
Afterwards, the surgeon himself or his assistant takes the patient for a photo study. Photographs of the patient's nose and face are taken from at least 9 different angles. By making changes to these photographs with Photoshop programs, it is determined exactly what the patient wants and whether these wishes are realistic is discussed. At the same time, it is discussed whether the patient wants an additional surgical procedure (such as chin implants, lip lift surgery).
Rhinoplasty procedure:
Nose aesthetics. It is a surgery performed under general anesthesia. The duration of surgery depends on the surgical technique and the personal characteristics of the patient. It varies depending on. There are basically two types of approaches to rhinoplasty surgery: open technique and closed technique.
In addition, small deformities in the nose can be corrected with the help of nose fillers without the need for surgery. The nose filling process also takes about 10 minutes.
Post-operative recovery process
After the surgery, there will be a hard plaster-like protection called "thermal splint" on your nose. Thermal splint protects your nose from dental trauma, ensures that the shape we give to your nose during surgery remains constant, and prevents edema from increasing. The thermal splint stays on your nose for 7 days. Inside the nose, there are silicone tampons called "nasal splints". These tampons have air holes that allow you to breathe. Tampons reduce postoperative nasal leaks and prevent excessive edema in the nose. Tampons remain in the nose for 2 to 7 days.
48 hours after rhinoplasty surgery, bruising and swelling reach their maximum level. With the removal of the tampon, bruises and swelling gradually decrease. One week after surgery, it becomes acceptable.
I have had nose surgery before, but I am not satisfied with the shape and function of my nose. Can I have surgery again?
Yes, you can have surgery again at least one year after your first surgery.
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