What is a Rhinoplasty?
Dr. Cimino performs rhinoplasty, commonly known as a “nose job,” to reshape the nose and enhance the appearance of patients who are unhappy with its shape and size. Nasal reconstruction was one of the first cosmetic procedures ever developed and is among the most frequently performed. Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure in which nose deformities are corrected by removing, rearranging, or reshaping bone or cartilage.
Is A Rhinoplasty Right For You?
Reasons to consider a rhinoplasty could include reducing the size of the nose, removing bumps/humps, and/or improving the angle of the nose. Conditions leading to a desire for rhinoplasty may be natural or the result of external trauma to the face. This operation will also help patients who have difficulty breathing. The procedure is performed on all age groups, including teens and the elderly.
Rhinoplasty Preparation
A medical history, along with a careful physical examination, is conducted to evaluate your general health. We will discuss with you the way your nose can look in relation to your other facial features. Preoperative instructions may include eliminating certain drugs that contain aspirin in order to minimize the possibility of excess bleeding. Antibiotics may be prescribed before surgery to prevent infection.
The Rhinoplasty Experience
In most cases involving a reduction in shape or size of the nose, angle or removal of a hump, the skin of the nose is separated from the underlying skeleton of bone and cartilage. The bone and cartilage are then reshaped, and the skin is re-draped over the surface.
Patients who have a deviated septum may benefit by correction of this problem. The incisions are placed inside the nose, unless the surgeon uses an open approach, in which incisions are made across the tissue between the nostrils. In cases where the nostrils flare, the surgeon may make an incision at the junction between the nose and the skin of the upper lip to narrow the flared appearance.
Rhinoplasty Recovery
The recovery process of a nose job or rhinoplasty takes one to two weeks. Most people resume normal activities within two weeks, with heavy activity resuming at four to six weeks. Following surgery, a lightweight splint is applied to maintain the new shape of the nose. This splint is removed within a week.
Nasal splints may be inserted at the time of surgery to protect the septum; these are removed within a week. There is always some temporary stuffiness of the nose, especially when work is done on the nasal septum.
Pain is minimal and is controlled with medication. Bruising occurs around the eyes but begins to fade within a few days. Discoloration usually disappears in two weeks.
Why Choose Chicago Surgical Specialists?
At Chicago Surgical Specialists, we have deep roots in the local community and a proven track record of providing our patients with exceptional outcomes. Our practice offers board-certified clinical care and advanced technology to enhance precision and optimize results. We are a trusted and leading name in plastic surgery, giving our patients the chance to look as young as they feel.
Excellence in Rhinoplasty in Park Ridge, IL
A rhinoplasty can dramatically revitalize your self-confidence and improve facial structure. At Chicago Surgical Specialists, we have a wealth of experience performing nose jobs for patients in the Park Ridge, IL community. Schedule an evaluation with our board-certified plastic surgeon by calling (847) 268-3910.