RHINOPLASTY (Plastic Surgery Nose)

Norman Waterhouse is one of the best facial and nose plastic surgeon in London, UK.

This frequently requested RHINOPLASTY (Plastic Surgery Nose) procedure can be very successful in improving, refining or reducing the nose. As with most modern aesthetic surgery, rhinoplasty has evolved into a range of sophisticated and demanding techniques. Choosing the best Plastic Surgery Nose procedure for each individual is essential and takes account of patient's desires and expectations. This aim of the rhinoplasty procedure is to produce a natural, aesthetically pleasing nose in proportion with the face. It is rarely possible or appropriate to produce a replica of an idealised 'celebrity' nose. Realistically, surgery is tailored to achieve the best shape and size of nose for each individual.

Rhinoplasty is carried out under general anaesthetic and usually involves an overnight hospital stay. Large plaster splints have been replaced by smaller mouldable splints, which remain in place for several days. Placing packs in the nose is rarely necessary and bruising around the eyes is normally minimal.

Swelling of the nose is to be expected and may last for some months before completely resolving.

Complications from the rhinoplasty operation are rare. However, minor irregularities and asymmetries can sometimes occur when all the swelling has resolved. This may require a small secondary adjustment in about 5% of patients.

Rhinoplasty or 'Septorhinoplasty' is also carried out for breathing problems when the internal cartilage of the nose is deviated or damaged. This can occur after nasal injuries but can be present from birth. Straightening the septum or improving nasal breathing requires a range of specific techniques. Although improvement is almost always possible, complete straightening of a severely deviated septum or nose cannot always be guaranteed.

If you want more information on RHINOPLASTY (Plastic Surgery Nose), call us at 020 7636 4073 in London, UK.

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