Rhinoplasty, or "nose job," is a cosmetic treatment that alters the size or shape of the nose to improve facial balance, symmetry, and look. It is a typical plastic surgery treatment that can enhance and decrease the size of the nose. The tip, bridge, and nostril form can all be altered, as can the angle between the nose and the top lip. Breathing problems can sometimes be treated concurrently. A rhinoplasty can also be combined with operations to improve nasal function by addressing restricted breathing. 

In this blog, Dr. Akangsha Sharma, the Best Cosmetic Surgeon in Jaipur, shares insights on the meaning, benefits, and surgical procedure of rhinoplasty.

Who Needs Rhinoplasty 

One can go for rhinoplasty if they are suffering from any of these conditions: 

• Nose injury 
• Breathing issues 
• Nose congenital disability 
• Unhappy with how their nose looks 

Benefits of Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is a very popular plastic surgery operation. It can be used to repair many problems. The benefits of rhinoplasty include the following: 

• Reduce the nose's size
• Adjust the shape of the nasal bridge or the tip.
• Narrow the nostril openings.
• Adjust the angle of both the nose and upper lip.
• Repair a congenital deformity or injury
• Help in the relief of breathing issues

How to Prepare for Rhinoplasty

This is how the doctor will prepare the patient for nose surgery.

• Medical history: The doctor first understands the patient's medical history by asking basic questions. This also includes understanding the patient's expectations from the surgery.

• Physical test: After this, the doctor will conduct a physical exam. This may include blood tests and facial x-rays to understand the shape of the nose. This also helps the doctor understand the nose features and the impact of the surgery on the patient's breathing. 

• Photographs: The doctor will also take some "before" photos of the patient from various angles. Through some software, these pictures will also help the doctor explain the outcomes of the surgery to the patient. 

Procedure of Rhinoplasty 

Rhinoplasty is a small surgical process that takes nothing more than 2 hours. It is usually done under general anesthesia. This is what one can expect in nose job surgery: 

• Once the anesthesia kicks in, the surgeon will make a small cut between or inside the nostrils. 
• From the incision, the doctor will separate the bone from the skin and then start reshaping it. 
• In some cases, they may need to implant a bone graft to change the shape of the nose. 
• After the reshaping, the doctor will place a plastic or metal splint on the nose to help the nose retain the new shape.
• Once all this is done, the surgeon will close the incision with stitches and secure it to a gauze band-aid. 

Recovery

The recovery from the surgery will take a good ten days on average. This may vary according to the motive of the surgery. During the recovery, it is advised not to perform these activities:

• Running and other heavy physical exercises 
• Blowing nose while swimming
• Chewing excessively
• Laughing, smiling, or other facial gestures that may put pressure on nose muscles 
• Tying cloth on the nose or wearing specs/goggles
• Cleaning teeth vigorously
• Yoga

Rhinoplasty is considered a safe procedure to reshape or resize the nose if done by experts. Dr. Akangsha Sharma, the best cosmetic surgeon in India ,performs the most successful nose surgeries in India. For more information, pay a visit to Akangsha Aesthetics, Jaipur.