Nose / Rhinoplasty Surgery

Rhinoplasty , also called a "nose job," is a very popular procedure that can make profound differences not only in the balance of facial features, but also in a person’s self-esteem. Cosmetic surgery to alter the appearance and profile of the nose dates to the 6th Century. The original procedure repaired a disfigured nose using a flap of skin from the forehead, and the technique is still practiced today, though obviously with considerably more sophisticated equipment and well-trained plastic surgeons.

During Rhinoplasty, a surgeon makes an incision either inside the nose or across the skin that separates the nostrils. The cartilage and bone that make up the framework of the nose are then exposed and sculpted to create the desired shape and profile. The plastic surgeon then stitches the skin back into place to complete the nose surgery.

Rhinoplasty can improve the appearance of a nose that is too wide, too crooked, too short, or too long. The surgeon can also remove bumps or humps on the nose. The size shape and angle of the tip of the nose can also be adjusted, as well as the size and shape of the nostrils. Rhinoplasty may also be used to repair a deviated septum, which can help correct breathing problems that a patient may have had since birth. Rhinoplasty also allows the patient to have a more natural-appearing, well-balanced nose that adds to the existing beauty of the eyes and lips. For this reason, Rhinoplasty remains one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures in the world.