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Nasal surgery can make a dramatic improvement in the appearance and function of your nose. Your nose can be sculpted to attractively harmonize with your face, and corrections can be made inside to make it function properly, so you can breathe, smell and sleep more peacefully.
How A Nose Should Look
Rhinoplasty is the most complex cosmetic facial surgical procedure. It requires meticulous attention to detail and a sculptors feel for creating the perfect shape. Today, rhinoplasty is one of the most frequently performed cosmetic surgical procedures because it can be accomplished with greater comfort and precision than ever before, and the cosmetic improvements are usually so impressive. The nose is a prominent part of the face, but it should fade into your face so that others notice your eyes, not just your nose.
Our goal is a totally natural looking nose that functions normally and enhances your appearance. The nose should maintain our personality and heritage, but should be handsome and elegant.
The nose can be increased or decreased in size, narrowed or widened, lengthened or shortened in any combination to provide the most esthetic balance with your other facial features.
Computer Imaging
We perform computer imaging for all rhinoplasty procedures. This lets the patient see how the nose will look after various treatment options. The patient can then select the procedure and the degree of change they prefer, to get the result they really want. This helps Dr. McBride meet their goals because he has a perfect image of the patient’s goals in mind.
The Procedure
The procedure is usually performed under light general anesthesia and local anesthesia in our out-patient surgical suite. The bone and cartilage, which form the framework of the nose, are shaped and sculpted to produce the best appearance and functional result. Dr. McBride spends additional time to place fine stitches to shape and stabilize the cartilage so that less cartilage is removed. He spends additional time to graft cartilage into defects and weak areas that other surgeons may not treat. This extra effort results in shorter recovery, and much better stability and overall appearance. Dr. McBride believes he is not finished with surgery until he has produced the best result he can achieve.
Recovery
A splint is usually applied over the bridge of the nose to maintain the desired form. The incisions inside the nose are closed with stitches that dissolve. There will be a few stitches on the outside that will be removed within five or six days, when the splint is removed. It is almost never necessary to pack the nose or insert splints inside the nose after surgery.
Patients usually have very little discomfort after surgery. However, they can experience mild swelling, bruising and stuffiness of the nose. Nasal decongestant sprays, and cold packs, can help to maintain a satisfactory airway and minimize swelling. You can usually return to work and routine activities within three to six days. Strenuous activities should be curtailed for two to three weeks. |
