Rhinoplasty, also known as nose job surgery, is a nose plastic surgery procedure that patients get for functional or aesthetic purposes. It is one of the most requested plastic surgery procedures worldwide from both men and women.Â
Why Is The Nose So Relevant to the Look of Your Face?
The nose is positioned right in the center of the face. Hence it is an important factor that determines the physiognomy of a person. The shape and dimensions of our nose have a major impact on how we look.
A successful rhinoplasty can change someone’s facial expression. In fact, the nose’s position in the face makes it noticeable right away. Thanks to nose cosmetic surgery patients can get a balance in their facial features, and usually improve their self-confidence. The aesthetical changes that will appear after this procedure depend on what needs to be improved.
Aside from the aesthetic aspect, there is also a functional one. The nose is a part of the respiratory system, so any dysfunction of the nose can trigger severe health conditions. As a result, since ancient times, people have tried to perform nose surgery procedures to improve functionality or correct asymmetries.
Researchers found that the first rhinoplasties were performed thousands of years ago in Ancient Egypt and Ancient India. Nowadays, patients continue to seek this procedure to improve their face and health.
What Exactly Is Nose Job Surgery?
Rhinoplasty aims at correcting the appearance of the nose. An expert Plastic Surgeon customizes each rhinoplasty to the patient’s face and needs.Â
Current rhinoplasty techniques allow the Plastic Surgeon to perform this surgery without leaving any visible scars. Therefore, patients can enjoy the benefits of a nose job without having to worry about noticeable scars on their faces.Â
In most cases, the nose job surgery corrects one or more of the following:
- The height of the nose;
- The length of the nose;
- The width of the nose.
After this procedure, most patients have a more attractive face, with improved symmetry and even better nose functionality.Â
Consultation for a Nose Job
Before getting a nose job surgery, you need to book a Plastic Surgery consultation. In particular, Dr. Rosso offers free cosmetic surgery consults.
During your visit, the Plastic Surgeon will ask you about potential allergies, asthma, and any nasal trauma. He or she will also examine your nose and the nose skin as it plays an important role in the results. Generally speaking, when the skin covering the nose is thicker, it may adapt more slowly to the new contours.Â
The examination will also take into consideration other elements of the face such as the eyes and the mouth. The Plastic Surgeon will take pictures of the patient’s face, front and sides. It is only after this medical examination and a conversation about the patient’s goals that the Plastic Surgeon will be able to provide an operative plan.Â
During the pre-operative consultation, patients get a chance to ask the Plastic Surgeon all the questions they have in mind. Important details such as how the procedure is performed, how to prepare for it, and how long is the recovery period is, will be discussed. The Plastic Surgeon may also give the patient an idea about the risks and limitations of his or her rhinoplasty.Â
How to Prepare for this Procedure
If you have decided to give rhinoplasty a chance, you should know that there are specific steps to prepare for this procedure.
Here are a few suggestions on how to prepare for nose plastic surgery:
- Some medications can interfere with your surgery. The Plastic Surgeon will discuss with you what to do in this regard prior to undergoing a rhinoplasty.
- Avoid smoking before any surgical procedure as it can interfere with the healing process, and it can lead to complications.
- Take some days off from work during the initial stage of the recovery period so you can heal properly.
About Dr. Rosso and Peninsula Plastic Surgery
Awards & Acknowledgments
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Dr. Rosso is one of the leading Plastic Surgeons in the South Bay and performs a large number of Rhinoplasty procedures.
Procedures are done at either his state-of-the-art Surgery Center or at the local Torrance and Little Company of Mary Hospitals.
Dr. Rosso has been voted 2019 Daily Breeze Reader’s Choice Winner; 2018 Daily Breeze South Bay’s Favorite; 2017 and 2018 Best of the Beach; and the Peninsula Plastic Surgery doctors and staff have been awarded the 2018 Spectrum Award for Customer Service Excellence. At the end of 2018, he has also received an Award from the ER Doctors and Medical staff at Providence Little Company of Mary Hospital in Torrance for his great work and commitment to patients.
