The nose is considered to be an organ of primary importance for breathing. It is made of bone and cartilage. The main mission of this organ is to condition the air entering the body and to defend it against external attacks.
Rhinoplasty is the essential surgery for the nose if the patient suffers from a malfunction or simply wishes to improve its general appearance.
So, how can we define a rhinoplasty? What are its different types?
Rhinoplasty; its definition
Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure whose main objective is to radically change or correct the external structure of the nose for aesthetic purposes or because of respiratory problems.
This surgical operation allows to correct specifically the present disgraces whether they are congenital, consecutive to a traumatism or others.
Rhinoplasty: what are its different types
There are several types of rhinoplasty:
- Ultrasound rhinoplasty: the PIEZOTOME is used in this operation, it is an ultrasound instrument that allows to cut, shape or polish the components of the nose: bone and cartilage.
- Structural rhinoplasty: this procedure is primarily used to consolidate or reshape the internal structures of the nose.
- Rhinoplasty for congenital malformations: this operation corrects nasal malformations such as cleft lip, Binder syndrome and nasal hypoplasia.
- Post-traumatic rhinoplasty: the main objective of this operation is to reposition the normal structure of the nose that has suffered a fracture of the bony or cartilaginous skeleton, all in order to facilitate breathing.
There are other types of rhinoplasty such as rejuvenation or aesthetic rhinoplasty.
Rhinoplasty, how is this surgical procedure performed?
Rhinoplasty takes place in several stages, beginning with a general anesthetic; then incisions are made inside and sometimes outside the nostrils to correct any malfunction or discomfort.
After the incisions are made, the surgeon puts on a bandage to hide the nose.
The duration of the operation is determined according to the needs of the patient, it is between 45 min and 4 hours.
Rhinoplasty: what are the post-operative consequences?
The day after the operation, the doctor will remove the wicks that limit the swelling of the nose and the bleeding. Then he will place a nasal splint for 8 to 10 days.
After the operation, it is important to avoid any violent sports, to expose yourself to the sun and to stop smoking.
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