Your nose is an essential part of the face. It is often one of the first areas of the face someone notices, and it helps us breathe, which is a primary life function. However, in some cases, a person might need a rhinoplasty. It is often a misconception that a rhinoplasty is only for cosmetic reasons, but a functional rhinoplasty...
Accidents happen, and nasal trauma can often occur when you are hit in the nose or the areas of the face that support it. Unfortunately, the location of our nose can make it vulnerable to injury, so undergoing trauma of the nose is not an uncommon event. There are two kinds of nasal trauma, external and internal. Fights, sports, accidents,...
Surgeries can be nerve-wracking, especially with the uncertainty that follows. While most people are happy with their rhinoplasty results, there are a few things you will want to avoid to ensure you achieve the nose you’re aiming for. Here’s what to do and what not to do after rhinoplasty. What Not To Do After Rhinoplasty In order to achieve the best results...
The most disappointing feeling is failing to receive the surgical results you expected and desire. Though still a rarity, this seems to happen to rhinoplasty patients more often than other surgical procedures. Why do patients seek revision rhinoplasty and better yet, how do you know if you need a second surgery? Why Do Patients Seek Revision Rhinoplasty? There are a number of...
The protruding positioning of our nose makes it particularly vulnerable to injury. Though nasal trauma is pretty common, many don’t know what to do with a broken nose. Here’s how to take care of nasal trauma and the different nose injury treatment options available. What To Do It’s common to experience heavy bleeding after facing forceful nasal trauma. When this happens, it’s...
Although they are both nose procedures, rhinoplasty and septoplasty are two different surgeries that address separate needs. Here, we will compare the two to examine what each procedure entails and which is best for your goals. Rhinoplasty vs. Septoplasty A rhinoplasty, or a nose job, is one of the most common cosmetic surgeries available. The procedure is more cosmetic if the two...
After rhinoplasty, there are many things you can do to reduce your swelling, but it is important to have realistic expectations. In general, swelling after rhinoplasty is normal and can take months to fully heal. Although you should be prepared for some puffiness at the beginning of your recovery, follow these tips to speed up the healing process. Listen to Your...
Sometimes life happens and injuries occur. Nasal trauma can happen to anyone, but understanding the injury and treatment options will make it more likely for a full recovery. First, it is important to understand what nasal trauma is. Nasal trauma is an injury of the nose or areas that support it. Both external and internal injuries can cause nasal trauma....
Whether you have opted to have a rhinoplasty for aesthetic or reconstructive reasons, your plastic surgery journey is not over once you leave your surgeon's office. As with any procedure, caring for yourself pre and post-surgery is key to achieving optimal results. If you have recently had a rhinoplasty procedure, commonly known as a "nose job," be sure to follow...