Rhinoplasty is the most frequently done aesthetic operation overall. Rhinoplasty, whose popularity has increased considerably today, is applied above world standards in Turkey and even Turkish doctors lead the foreign colleagues on it. Tough it is a complicated surgery, the relatively short recovery time, the ability of patients to continue their daily activities after the operation made its popularity increase. Everybody perceive the golden ratio as the best and even if the concept of facial beauty is constantly changing, natural aspects in the artificial part will always be appreciated.
There must be a common point for us to be able to provide whatever our patients desire. We are in contact with our patients both before and after the operation and we overcome this process together.
What is Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty is the process of reshaping the nose externally. It could also be applied to people who are not satisfied with their nose or having breathe problems.
Is there any pain after the operation of Rhinoplasty?
Patients do not have a significant complaint of pain after the operation. There are pains that can be relieved with simple painkillers.
Will it be hard to breathe after Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty is a procedure in which we both reshape the external shape of the nose and simultaneously smoothen the curves that prevent breathing properly. After rhinoplasty, you will be breathing in a better and proper way as the problems within will have diminished.
Will there be bruising and swelling after Rhinoplasty?
The most important reason of bruising and swelling after rhinoplasty is the skin structure of the person who had the surgery. If the skin is tend to bruise, it would probably do. Both the precautions taken during and after the surgery reduce bruising and swelling to a minimum.
Will there be pain when removing nasal packings after Rhinoplasty?
After the operation, nasal packings are placed inside the nose. These nasal packings prevent adhesions in the nose after surgery, so it is quite important. The nasal packings can be removed after 3 days, but it must be done according to the situation. The nasal packings placed in the nose are soft silicone pads and there is no pain when removing them.
When can I start working after Rhinoplasty?
When the operation is done, the pads inside should be removed after 3 days, and the plaster outside should be removed after 1 week. Patients can work in jobs that do not require physical effort 1 week after the surgery.
How long do I need to rest after Rhinoplasty?
After rhinoplasty, patients stay in the hospital for 1 day, and many patients can be discharged on the same day. In the healing process, patients can walk without excessive efforts. Many of our foreign patients explore Turkey in the 1-week recovery period.
When can I travel by plane after Rhinoplasty?
After the operation, flights can be made after the nasal packings in the nose are removed. In other words, after about 2-3 days, flight becomes possible. There are no restrictions for land journeys.
How long does Rhinoplasty take?
The duration actually varies from patient to patient. The first surgery takes about 2 – 2.5 hours. Second surgeries take a little longer. It takes around 3 – 3.5 hours.
What is Revision of Rhinoplasty?
It is the process of making a rhinoplasty again for the people who do not like the new shape of their nose for any reason or who have breathing problems after surgery. It is a very difficult procedure compared to the first surgery, which may require many additional auxiliary operations such as ear cartilage and rib cartilage. Before each revision of rhinoplasty operation, it is a must to have a great communication with the patient the process and to give detailed information about the recovery period. What the patient desire and what is possible surgically should be clearly stated.
What are open and closed structure Rhinoplasty?
The difference between open and close structure rhinoplasty is actually the incision made in the middle of both nostrils, from the area called columella. While planning the surgery, it is a situation that is to be decided according to the patient’s skin and nose. While close structure rhinoplasty gives very good results in suitable patients, it is more appropriate to use the open technique, especially in the revision operations.
Are the simulations before Rhinoplasty process realistic?
Photo simulation before rhinoplasty provides a good communication with the patient and becomes a tool for us to understand what they want. Photo simulations reveal the estimated new structure of our nose. You should not expect exactly the same.
When can I take a shower after Rhinoplasty?
The plaster on the nose stays for about a week. We ask our patients to protect their noses from water during this period. Our patients can wash their hair but the nose should not touch water.