If the nose is not compatible with the face in size, if there is a significant asymmetry in the bone or cartilage structure, or if there are problems such as drooping nose tip or bone-cartilage protrusion on the back of the nose, you may consider having rhinoplasty surgery
• Apart from this, it is obvious As long as there is no problem, the most beautiful nose is your own nose
• As your knowledge about the rhinoplasty surgery process increases, your fears decrease. There may be fear of surgery, fear of anesthesia, fear of not meeting expectations. The aim is to create a natural, breathable nose that is compatible with the face
• The success of the surgery is higher in those over the age of 20 and under the age of 45.
• Every nose is different. Bone and cartilage skin structure is specific to the individual. Having surgery to look like someone or pinning your personal self-confidence on your nose are not correct expectations. If you have such obsessions, even if the surgery is successful, it will not make you happy
• Smoking has a very bad effect on post-operative recovery. Smoking causes infection, abnormal healing of cartilage and bone structures, hardness and wrinkles on the nasal skin. After the surgery, it is best to quit smoking or avoid smoking for at least 3 months
• Proper planning is important for a successful surgery. It is necessary to make a plan by looking at nose-face harmony with endoscopic examination of the inside of the nose and three-dimensional imaging.
• After the examination and evaluation, the risks of the surgery are explained. As with every surgery, rhinoplasty surgery also has risks. After rhinoplasty surgery, a repeat surgery may be required in 2-5 percent of cases. You are explained what the risks may be and your verbal and written consent is obtained indicating that you accept it.
• When you decide to have surgery, hospital and operation time arrangements are made.
• On the day of the surgery, examinations are performed for anesthesia preparation after hospitalization. In order to receive anesthesia, your stomach must be empty, so you must stay hungry and thirsty for at least 6 hours before the surgery. • You will be given medication that relaxes you when you enter the operating room. The surgery is performed under complete anesthesia, that is, general anesthesia. The operation time is approximately 2-3 hours. Mild tremors due to anesthesia drugs given during the awakening process It may get better within half an hour
• Pain varies from person to person and is usually relieved with painkillers if you return early. Drinking water and oral feeding can only begin after 3 hours
• Since the process of removing anesthesia from the body varies from person to person, the decision for discharge from the hospital is made by looking at your general condition
• Even if there is pain on the first day after the surgery, there is no pain. It is cured with cutting drugs. The amount of bruising around the eyes and swelling on the face and the recovery time vary from person to person, and will resolve within an average of 1 week. Ice application, massage and bruising gel are used for bruising and swelling.
• Antibiotics, painkillers and ocean water spray are started after discharge. The bath can be done in a way that is not hot and does not come into contact with the nasal cast.
• Silicone tampons placed in the nose are removed at the 3rd post-operative day check. The thermal plaster cast placed on the back of the nose is removed on the 10th day
• The plaster cast is removed on the 10th day after surgery. Massage of the nose skin is started. Massage and accompanying nasal strips are beneficial in the rapid recovery of skin edema, and are also recommended to be applied at intervals to preserve the shape of the nose.
• Long-term exposure to sunlight may damage the skin structure in the first 6 months. It causes permanent skin discoloration and wrinkles. Sunscreen and a hat are recommended. Swimming 2 weeks after the surgery is beneficial in reducing nose swelling.
• Using glasses is harmful for at least 3 months and optimum for 6 months. Glasses can cause permanent visual impairment on the skin and bone structure by applying pressure.
• The nose healing process varies greatly from person to person. Swelling disappears 70 percent in the 1st month, 80 percent in the 3rd month, and 90 percent in the 6th month. The recovery period for the nose image is 1 year. This period may be longer in patients with thick and oily skin structure, smokers, and patients over the age of 45.
• Postoperative 1st month, 3rd month, 6th month and annual checks are required.
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