Rhinoplasty, also known as a nose job, has become one of the most common cosmetic procedures in the UK. It alters the shape, size or function of your nose either for aesthetic reasons or to address issues such as breathing difficulties caused by an injury or nasal deformity. There are two types of rhinoplasty procedures you can get – surgical and non-surgical – and choosing which one is the right way forward for you, depends on your goals and needs.
Surgical Rhinoplasty
Surgical rhinoplasty is a procedure that can alter both the appearance and function of the nose. Patients will undergo this procedure if they want more long-term changes or need functional adjustments in order to ease their breathing. This procedure also means that the patient will be given anaesthetic and undergo surgery which, just like any surgical procedure, comes with possible complications. Fortunately, in my experience, complications are very rare with a rhinoplasty and generally come with just a two week recovery time. Due to my sophisticated wound closure technique, patients will also be able to shower on the first postoperative day.
At your initial consultation with your doctor, you can expect to review your medical history as well as discuss your aims and expectations. From here, you can decide together on the best way forward for you. If a surgical rhinoplasty is what you want, there are a few different options you can choose from:
Closed Rhinoplasty
This is ideal for subtle changes as the procedure is performed from the inside of the nostrils which allows for minor alterations to be done such as removing or straightening the dorsal hump.
Open Rhinoplasty
With open rhinoplasty, a small incision is made on the nose which allows for greater access to the inside of the nose. This means that bigger alterations can be done and changes can also be made to the tip of the nose allowing for a more precise surgery.
Septorhinoplasty
This surgery addresses both cosmetic and functional issues and is often performed when someone has a deviated septum.
Alar Base Reduction
Also known as nasal reduction, this procedure can be done alone or together with another rhinoplasty technique for more balanced results.
Non-surgical Rhinoplasty
This is a less invasive procedure and is used for when a faster recovery is needed and the patient only wants a few small changes such as altering minor nasal bumps, narrow bridges or small nasal tips. This procedure is performed using dermal fillers. Recovery is almost instant and there is no need to undergo surgery. The results of this procedure are, however, just temporary and usually only last up to six months or so. The temporary nature of this procedure is appealing to some people as it means they can see how they feel about the changes before making more permanent decisions on their appearance.
Getting a nose job is a very personal journey and choosing the right doctor for you is the first step. I am accredited by the General Medical Council (GMC) and am highly skilled in both cosmetic and reconstructive rhinoplasty procedures. At the initial consultation, I will talk you through each step of the procedure and answer any questions you might have before making a decision. From here, my team is on hand 24/7 and will contact me should you have any concerns after your surgery. Aftercare is very important to us and we aim to make you feel as comfortable as possible both before, during and after the procedure. Contact us today if you would like to find out more about the different rhinoplasty procedures.