Latest Rhinoplasty Surgery at Low Cost in Delhi

Our nose is one of the facial features that enhance our persona. Among various aesthetic surgeries, rhinoplasty is the most popular surgery that reshapes the nose. Popularly known as a “Nose Job”, rhinoplasty can also help with improving your breathing. Rhinoplasty aims to change either the nasal bone, cartilage, skin, or all of the above.

What is Rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure to change the shape of the nose. Performed by highly skilled and experienced plastic surgeons, rhinoplasty adds value to your facial features, and it also impairs breathing. The nose is structured by a nasal bone on the top followed by cartilage in the lower portion. The plastic surgeon works both on the bone and cartilage to change the nose shape.

When is Rhinoplasty performed?

A nasal bone takes around 15 years to fully develop in girls while in boys it can take a bit longer. If the nasal bone surgery is done to enhance appearance, then waiting time is required until the nasal bone completely forms. And if the surgery is required for improving breathing, then it can be done at a younger age itself. Other than aesthetics, reasons for performing a rhinoplasty include nose damage in the following cases:

  • Injury
  • Birth defect
  • Breathing issues
  • Not happy with the nose structure

Prerequisites of Rhinoplasty

Before rhinoplasty, your surgeon will examine your medical history followed by a physical exam to check the skin thickness and nose cartilage strength. In cases of bleeding disorders, your surgeon will not recommend this elective surgery. Diagnostic investigations may include blood tests. The surgeon will also check the impact of rhinoplasty on breathing before conducting the surgery. The doctor may take photos of different angles of the nose. And with the help of software, the doctor will show the possible changes after the surgery. This will enable easy assessment of before and after surgery outcomes while analysing the possible surgery goals.

  • Additionally, you may have to stop medicines like ibuprofen, and aspirin for nearly two weeks before and after the surgery, as these medications can increase the risk of excess bleeding.
  • You will also need to avoid herbal and other over-the-counter supplements.
  • Avoid smoking as smoking can delay the healing process or increase infection risk post-surgery.

How is Rhinoplasty done?

Rhinoplasty is performed under local or general anaesthesia, depending on the complexities involved in the surgery. The rhinoplasty surgery involves the following steps.

  • The surgeon will externally make a small incision at the base of the nose, between the nostrils.
  • The surgeon will then readjust or change the nose bone and cartilage by removing or adding the materials accordingly.
  • Cartilage can be drawn from the inside of the nose or ear. And if required, surgeons can use the cartilage, implants, or bones from ribs or other parts of the body.
  • After making the required changes, the surgeon lays down the nose’s skin and tissue back while stitching the incisions.
  • If there is a deviation or crookedness in the nasal septum, the surgeon may correct it during the rhinoplasty, which may improve breathing.

Results after Rhinoplasty

Aftercare and Recovery from Rhinoplasty

After rhinoplasty surgery, you will require careful monitoring for a few hours. After which you are likely to be discharged the same day or the next day.

Post-surgery, the doctor can recommend bed rest with the head placed in an elevated position (above chest level) to reduce inflammation and possible bleeding. You may have a congested nose due to swelling or the plastic or metal splints placed inside the nose at the time of surgery.

The internal dressing and splints placed for added support stay in place for at least a week. However, after surgery, bleeding and mucus drainage are common after the removal of the dressing. And so, the doctor will place a small piece of gauze or a drip pad to absorb the drainage. You will need to change the gauze as directed by your doctor.

You will also be given certain instructions to take care of post-rhinoplasty.

  • Refrain from strenuous exercises, aerobics, jumping, jogging, etc.
  • Do not take showers for a couple of weeks until the bandages on the nose are removed completely,
  • Do not blow your nose,
  • Have a fibre-rich diet, fruits and vegetables to keep away constipation as it can strain or pressurise the surgical site,
  • Avoid excessive facial expressions-laughing, smiling, crying, and too much chewing, which involves a lot of movements,
  • You will need to brush the teeth gently with lesser movements on the upper jaw,
  • Avoid wearing pullover clothes that need to be worn over the head,
  • No resting of eyeglasses or sunglasses on the nose for a minimum of four weeks,
  • Apply sunscreen of SPF 30 while out in the sun to avoid permanent skin discoloration, especially on the nose skin,
  • Limit sodium intake in diet to help reduce swelling quickly,
  • Do not apply ice packs or cold packs on the surgical site.

Rhinoplasty is a relatively safe and effective surgery. Recovering after rhinoplasty may take some time. The nose and its tip is a highly sensitive region, and most of the recovery can take place within a few weeks, while some of the after-surgery symptoms can stay for months. The swelling and numbness of the nose can remain for a year, with a complete recovery that can take almost a year.

Are there any Risks Associated with Rhinoplasty?

A follow-up care post-rhinoplasty is crucial. Some of the rare yet notable symptoms of rhinoplasty include:

  • Bleeding,
  • Infection,
  • Temporary numbness or discoloration around the nose, eyelids,
  • Pain and swelling of the surgical site,
  • Scars,
  • Septal perforation,
  • An uneven nasal structure that requires additional surgery,
  • Adverse anaesthesia effects.

Conclusion

Rhinoplasty, popularly known as the “Nose Job”, reshapes the nose while correcting the breathing impairment. Rhinoplasty involves a strategic investigative procedure and 3D analysis before the surgery. The surgery, however, is an outpatient procedure that is safe and effective.

To get the best rhinoplasty surgery in Delhi, you will need to visit Dr. Saloni Sinha ENT and Cosmetic Clinic, who will guide you through this cosmetic enhancement surgery with her boundless expertis

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