Rhinoplasty (or nose refinement surgery)
is the most intricate cosmetic surgery performed
today.
Rhinoplasty can reduce or increase the
size of your nose, change the shape of the
tip or the bridge, narrow the span of the
nostrils, or change the angle between your
nose and your upper lip. It may also correct
a birth defect or injury and help relieve
some breathing problems.
The best candidates for rhinoplasty are
people who are looking for improvement in
the way they look, are physically healthy,
psychologically stable, and have realistic
expectations.
During the initial consultation, Dr.Tavoussi
will evaluate the structure of your nose
and face and discuss the possibilities for
enhancement with you.
Dr. Tavoussi will also explain some factors
that can influence the procedure and 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 Dr. Tavoussi if you have
had any previous nose surgery or an injury
to your nose. You should also inform dr.
Tavoussi if you have any allergies or breathing
difficulties, if you are taking any medications,
vitamins, or recreational drugs and if you
smoke.
Dr. Tavoussi will give you specific instructions
on how to prepare for surgery, including
guidelines on eating and drinking, smoking,
taking or avoiding certain vitamins and
medications and washing your face. Carefully
following these instructions will help your
surgery go more smoothly.
Rhinoplasty usually takes an hour or two,
though complicated procedures may take longer.
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. The nature of the
sculpting will depend on your problem and
dr. Tavoussis preferred technique. Finally,
the skin is redraped over the new framework.
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After the surgery:
After surgery, especially during the first
twenty-four hours, your face will feel puffy,
your nose may ache, and you may have a dull
headache. You can control any discomfort
with the pain medication prescribed by the
surgeon. Plan on staying in bed with your
head elevated for the first day.You will
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. Most of
the swelling and bruising should disappear
within two weeks.Minor bleeding is common
during the first few days following surgery,
and you may continue to feel some stuffiness
for several weeks. The surgeon will ask
you not to blow your nose for a week or
so, while the tissues heal. After 7 to 10
days, all dressings and stitches will be
removed.Most rhinoplasty patients are up
and about within two days, and able to return
to school or work a week following surgery.
Dr. Tavoussi will give you specific guidelines
for gradually resuming your normal activities,
but generally you should avoid strenuous
activities for two to three weeks. You should
also avoid hitting or rubbing your nose,
or getting it sunburned. Be gentle when
washing your face and hair or using cosmetics.
Day by day, your nose will begin to look
better and your spirits will improve. Even
though it will take months for the final
results to emerge, you will be able to enjoy
your new look a week or two after surgery.
Things to to be cautious about after surgery:
To further decrease the chances of bleeding
and swelling, your doctor may ask that you
follow these precautions for several weeks
after surgery:
- Avoid strenuous activities such as aerobics
and jogging.
- Don't swim.
- Don't blow your nose.
- Avoid foods that require heavy chewing.
- Avoid large facial expressions, such
as smiling or laughing.
- Brush your teeth gently to limit movement
of your upper lip.
- Wear clothes that fasten in the front;
don't pull clothing, such as shirts or
sweaters, over your head.
- In addition, don't rest eyeglasses or
sunglasses on your nose for at least four
weeks after the surgery, to prevent pressure
on your nose. You can use cheek rests,
or tape the glasses to your forehead until
your nose has healed.
Also, avoid exposing your skin to the sun
for two to three months after surgery. Too
much sun may cause permanent irregular discoloration
in the skin of your nose.
Some temporary swelling, black-and-blue
discoloration of your eyelids and numbness
can occur for two to three weeks after nasal
surgery. Rarely, this may last up to six
months, and subtle swelling may take a year
to resolve entirely. Ice packs or cold compresses
can help reduce swelling and discoloration
around your eyes.
Because of the slow healing process, you
might not see the final results of your
surgery for up to a year.
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