5 Myths About Rhinoplasty – Revisited

 According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, rhinoplasty was the second most common plastic surgery treatment performed in 2004. As a result, nose surgery is no longer just for the wealthy and famous but is becoming more accessible to people like you and me. It seems sensible that you will encounter a lot of information regarding this treatment given how accessible it is right now, some of which will be genuine, some of which will be dubious, and some of which will be outright wrong. We'll attempt to dispel some of the most widespread myths about rhinoplasty in this post.

1. Every plastic surgeon is capable of doing rhinoplasty surgery. Yes, technically. Rhinoplasty will likely be on the list of treatments performed by the majority of plastic surgeons.  That does not imply that every plastic surgeon can do successful rhinoplasty, though. Rhinoplasty is a difficult treatment from both a medical and artistic standpoint. To ensure that the reshaped nose is not only visually beautiful but also completely functional, a plastic surgeon must have a detailed grasp of the internal anatomy of the nose and the functioning of the respiratory system. Since the nose plays such a significant role in the look of our faces as a whole, the plastic surgeon also needs to have a great sense of artistic talent to produce a nose that wonderfully complements the patient's other facial characteristics.

2. The motivation for rhinoplasty is vanity - Despite the widespread misconception that people only get nose surgery for cosmetic reasons, it's fairly unusual for this treatment to improve the look of the nose as well as address breathing issues (such as a septum deviation). It has also been proven that patients who are dissatisfied with the way their nose looks may have rhinoplasty and experience both a physical and emotional makeover that will improve their self-confidence and, ultimately, their quality of life. This viewpoint suggests that rhinoplasty is more like a therapeutic intervention than a patient's vanity-driven self-gratification. 

3. Rhinoplasty is painful - Rhinoplasty is often not painful, unlike other plastic surgery treatments like breast implants or tummy tucks. The majority of doctors use general anesthetic for rhinoplasty procedures, so you won't feel a thing and will be completely sleeping. You will have a tiny nasal cast for 7 to 10 days following surgery, during which time you'll probably experience congestion or a cold-like illness. Even while the region around your nose and eyes may be puffy and bruised (especially if your nasal bones have been altered), you won't feel particularly uncomfortable overall following the procedure.

4. Everyone will know you had a nose job. If your nose needs a significant adjustment, such as the removal of a huge hump, people in your immediate vicinity may in fact notice the difference. However, if your nose simply requires little modification to the bridge or tip, there's a good probability that the apparent difference in your look won't be as significant as you think. For example, no one is as familiar with your facial characteristics as you are, so a small adjustment to them might not be very noticeable to others outside of your own family. A qualified surgeon will also avoid giving you an "operated-looking nose" and instead work to establish harmony between your altered nose and the rest of your facial features, so they naturally complement each other. 

5. You may have the nose of your desires thanks to rhinoplasty - Even though rhinoplasty can significantly alter the look of your nose, a plastic surgeon is only able to do so much with the bone and skin structure you were born with. However, there is a potential that you won't be completely pleased with the outcome of your procedure. According to statistics, 10% to 15% of rhinoplasty operations necessitate a second surgery to improve or correct the outcomes of the first. This is occasionally brought on by the nose's ability to mend and evolve in ways that the surgeon cannot anticipate or control. Other times, lack of communication between the patient and the surgeon on the surgery's planned results is to blame for the patients' disappointment with the outcome. The majority of patients report being more pleased with their physical appearance after surgery than they were before, thus this occurrence is more of an anomaly than usual. 

What then is the secret to getting the nose of your dreams? Going back to the first point, finding, choosing, and interacting with your surgeon are all very important! How long has the person been operating on noses? What kind of medical credentials do they have? What is the status of their safety record? Look closely at photos of her rhinoplasty patients and decide whether their newly shaped noses meet your standards for attractiveness. Can you imagine how your own nose might appear? If so, the next step is to make sure that your surgeon and you both have a very clear concept of how you want your nose to appear and what is feasible from a medical standpoint. You're in the ideal position to become a more beautiful and self-assured version of yourself if you have sound information and a positive outlook.