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Dr. Storch has established himself as amongst the truly outstanding plastic surgeons for nasal surgery. His artistry and attention to detail, combined with his skill, warmth, and concern for each individual patient, have helped create his reputation for excellence and high patient satisfaction.

The nose is the most central and dominant feature of the face. It frequently determines the overall balance, harmony, and character of the facial appearance. Achieving a nasal appearance that you feel blends naturally with your other features is the ultimate goal of Dr. Storch's nasal surgery. The function of the nose and nasal airway must also always be a major priority with any nasal surgery. Dr. Storch carefully examines, analyzes, and considers the internal nasal anatomy and function as part of every nasal surgery consultation and operation. The ultimate goal of any nasal procedure is to achieve an attractive, natural nasal appearance that is in balance and harmony with the other facial features. This must also be done while maintaining normal and comfortable nasal airway function.

THE CONSULTATION

During the consultation, Dr. Storch will evaluate your own personal objectives along with the entire nasal and facial anatomy. Dr. Storch will discuss his thoughts and recommendations in regard to any possible plastic surgery while reviewing your own objectives, priorities, and concerns.

THE SURGERY

The nasal surgery itself is generally done with the patient asleep. When nasal airway function is involved, general anesthesia is almost always used. Dr. Storch feels this provides a level of increased safety, comfort, and control during the surgery. The surgery is generally done in his certified office operatory facility. It can also be done in the adjacent Aventura Hospital and Medical Center. It is frequently done on an outpatient basis, though the option for recovery in Dr. Storch's office overnight facility, (accompanied by our experienced registered nurse and medical aide), is also provided for your convenience.

In regard to the specific surgical techniques used, Dr. Storch prefers the "closed" Rhinoplasty technique. In contrast to the "open" technique, the closed technique avoids any incision or scar across the "columella," (the area between the nostril on the undersurface of the nose). Dr. Storch feels that the closed technique helps reduce swelling, may help speed healing, and avoids a possible problematic scar across the undersurface of the nose. Frequently Dr. Storch places small incisions in the area of the sides of the nostrils. This allows him to shape, reduce, and contour the nostrils at the end of the surgery. This further helps to bring the nostrils into balance with the rest of the nasal appearance.

At the end of the surgery the nose is generally dressed with a plaster "splint" which is held in place with tape. There is also generally a type of packing or stent placed inside the nose to help keep the nasal airway open during the healing process. The packing used is designed to allow some airway and nasal breathing even while it remains in place. The nasal splint and the packing are generally removed after 4-7 days. A small gauze dressing or "drip pad" is generally placed at the end of the surgery under the nose and is changed as needed following the surgery.

RECOVERY

There are varying degrees of discomfort, swelling, and bruising following nasal surgery. Medications are prescribed preoperatively for you to have to help relieve any pain or discomfort you may experience. Medications will also be prescribed to help reduce the swelling and feeling of pressure and congestion that is frequently felt following the surgery in the nose, cheeks, and ears. The swelling and bruising generally subside rather quickly following the surgery, and most patients are able to go out without it being obvious they have had recent surgery after approximately 7-10 days. Complete healing can take many months or even a year or more.

All of these factors will, of course, be reviewed and discussed again during your consultation with Dr. Storch. Dr. Storch has achieved his recognition amongst the select outstanding plastic surgeons for nasal surgery. Dr. Storch believes that nasal surgery is amongst the most rewarding of all of the plastic surgical procedures he performs for his many plastic surgery patients.

Please call our office to have a consultation with Dr. Storch or for any other information.
 

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Michael Storch, M.D.
The Storch Plastic Surgery Facility
21110 Biscayne,  Suite 103
Aventura, FL 33180
Phone : 305-932-3200  Fax : 305-933-3366