Rhinoplasty in Dallas, TX
Your nose is central to your facial contour, and when the nose is not in balance with its surrounding features, it can become a source of insecurity and frustration. Rhinoplasty, or nose surgery, alters the size, shape, and projection of the nose to enhance its appearance.
This surgical procedure is beneficial for patients with aesthetic concerns as well as patients who are looking to improve their breathing capabilities.
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What Are Your Rhinoplasty Goals?
Reduction of Bumps or Humps
Bumps or humps on the nose can be present from birth or can develop after an injury. Rhinoplasty reduces the size of humps on the bridge to produce a straighter, smoother, and better defined nasal shape.
Alteration of the Nasal Tip
Some patients experience upturned tips. Others have drooping nasal tips that make their noses look overly long. Rotating the tip allows for better projection and creates a more harmonious nasal profile.
Adjustment of Nostril Size
Flared nostrils can make the nose appear overly wide. Alternatively, narrow nostrils can make the nose look as though it is too small for the face. Rhinoplasty helps to find a happy medium.
Narrowing of the Bridge Width
Men and women with large or flat bridges often look as though their nose is larger than it is. By narrowing the bridge, the proportion of the nose is improved. Some patients also experience better nasal projection from this technique.
Improvement in Breathing
Deviated septums are congenital or the result of an injury. This condition, where one nostril is larger than the other, creates difficulty breathing. Septoplasty, which is a form of rhinoplasty, corrects this.
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Rhinoplasty
- Incisions are made on the inside of the nostrils
- No resulting scars
- May be appropriate for patients requiring minimal to moderate correction
- The incision is made across the columella (strip of skin between the nostrils)
- A small scar develops across the base of the columella
- May be more appropriate for patients needing significant nasal alteration
Do You Have Other Concerns About Rhinoplasty?
Procedure
Rhinoplasty is a complicated and nuanced surgical procedure that is performed under general anesthesia. Once Dr. Morales has determined which surgical technique is appropriate for you, he will make the incisions and begin to shape and sculpt the nose. The methods used for this will depend on your nasal concern.
Patients who are looking for nasal reduction will experience the shaving and contouring of the bone and cartilage, whereas patients who are interested in augmentation may undergo tissue grafts (from the septum, ear, or rib) or nasal implants.
Recovery Experience
Your nose will be covered by nasal dressings/splint and packed with gauze to control bleeding and swelling while helping to ensure that the nose heals with the correct shape. Patients may experience some discomfort and difficulty breathing due to this packing, which is usually removed after a couple of days. Any post-operative discomfort can be alleviated with prescribed or over-the-counter pain medication. Patients should also rest with their heads elevated during the recovery process to ensure proper blood flow and drainage.
Most patients return to work and their day-to-day activities within one to two weeks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rhinoplasty, when performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. David Morales, is very safe. Unfortunately, as with any cosmetic surgery, risks are present.
These include:
- Anesthesia risks
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Blood clots
- Poor wound healing
- Changes in skin sensation
- Nasal septal perforation
- Difficulty breathing