The nose continues to be a crucial feature in defining your overall appearance.
The nose is a key feature that significantly influences your overall appearance, often drawing the eyes' focus. At Arc Plastic Surgery in Apgujeong, Seoul, Dr. Kwon Soon Beom specializes in rhinoplasty to reshape the nose, enhancing the balance and harmony of your entire face.
A rhinoplasty procedure, also known as nasal reshaping or a "nose job," can be performed to correct nasal deformities caused by trauma or to enhance the appearance of your nose. Regardless of your reasons for seeking the procedure, Dr. Kwon Soon Beom's extensive experience in nasal surgery and rhinoplasty over the past 15 years ensures he delivers aesthetically pleasing results that address your specific concerns.
Dr. Kwon offers rhinoplasty procedures to address various concerns, including:
If you experience any of these issues, you may be an ideal candidate for rhinoplasty surgery.
The rhinoplasty procedure is performed under general anesthesia. Once you are asleep, Dr. Kwon will begin by marking the planned incision for an ‘open rhinoplasty’ if this approach is required. The nasal skin is carefully lifted to access the underlying structures, allowing precise reshaping of the nasal framework. This includes repositioning the nasal bones and refining the cartilage to create a more defined and harmonious nose.
If breathing improvements were discussed during your pre-operative consultation, additional procedures such as septoplasty or turbinate reduction may be performed simultaneously. Other enhancements, such as alar base narrowing or sill reduction to address nostril flaring, may also be included as needed.
Upon completing the rhinoplasty and any adjunctive procedures, Dr. Kwon will close the incisions with fine, delicate sutures. A contoured nasal splint will be applied to support the newly shaped nose. If septoplasty was performed, soft silicone internal splints will also be placed inside the nostrils. Cool packs will be provided to reduce swelling and ensure comfort.
The nose is composed of various components, often referred to as "nasal units," that can be altered through rhinoplasty. The primary nasal units frequently modified during surgery
include:
Addressing any of these nasal units typically involves reshaping the nasal cartilage and bones. For instance, the nasal tip is primarily formed by the lower lateral cartilages, which determine its shape and size. Depending on the structure of these cartilages, the nasal tip can take on various forms.
Common nasal tip shapes include:
Tip rhinoplasty focuses on refining the size and shape of the lower lateral cartilages, which form the nasal domes. By trimming these cartilages, the nasal tip can be made smaller and more defined. This adjustment can also slightly elevate the tip, creating a more aesthetically pleasing appearance, particularly for individuals with a "plunging tip" (a nasal tip that droops or becomes prominent when smiling) or for women who desire a slightly upturned tip.
Additional techniques to enhance nasal tip definition include the use of tip-defining sutures. These sutures can be placed within the lower lateral cartilages (intradomal sutures) to sharpen the nasal tip or between the cartilages (interdomal sutures) to narrow the tip further.
Total rhinoplasty involves addressing not only the nasal tip but the entire nasal structure. Common procedures performed during a total rhinoplasty include:
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Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure to change the shape, size, or function of the nose. It can involve reshaping the nasal bones, cartilage, or both, to improve the appearance or function, such as correcting a deviated septum. The surgery is typically performed under general anesthesia.
Recovery from rhinoplasty generally takes about 1-2 weeks for initial healing, with most patients returning to work or school within this period. However, full recovery, including swelling reduction, can take up to 6-12 months, as the nose continues to settle into its new shape.
Rhinoplasty can improve both the appearance and functionality of your nose. If you have a deviated septum or other breathing issues, they can be corrected during the procedure, improving airflow. However, there may be temporary swelling that affects breathing in the early stages of recovery.
As with any surgery, rhinoplasty carries some risks, such as infection, bleeding, or scarring. There is also a possibility that the results may not meet your expectations or that further revisions may be necessary. Your surgeon will discuss these risks during the consultation.
While the initial results of rhinoplasty can be seen within a few weeks, it can take up to a year for the full final results to appear as the nose continues to heal and the swelling fully subsides. The final shape may not be immediately apparent due to residual swelling during the early recovery period.
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