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Among all plastic
surgery procedures, nose enhancement, or rhinoplasty,
is among the most common. Nose enhancement can be performed on any
part of the nose to increase or reduce its size; to modify the size and
shape of the nostrils, tip or bridge of the nose; or to alter the slope or
angle of the nose. Rhinoplasty may also be performed to correct an injury
or birth defect, or to improve breathing.
In most procedures, the
skin of the nose is cut and lifted away from the bone and cartilage
framework beneath which is then shaped and sculpted as desired. The skin
is then redraped over the "new" framework, and a splint is
applied to help your nose maintain its new form. In some cases, nasal
packs or soft splints may be inserted in the nostrils to provide
additionally stability.
Following surgery, bruising, swelling, and
discomfort can be expected, but generally can be alleviated with cold
compresses and medications prescribed by
Dr. Storch.
Splints, stitches, and packing are removed
within a week, and you can usually return to work or non-strenuous
activities within a week or two. (The most visible swelling and bruising
is usually gone within two weeks). More strenuous activities may
generally be resumed within a month or two.
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