Isolated plastic surgery of the wings and tip of the nose is performed quite rarely.As a rule, it is included in the work complex of rhinoplasty.But in some cases, enhanced arms are the missing touch that can instantly change the overall look for the better.
Parameters of beautiful nose wings
The nasal wings are paired, symmetrically arranged cartilages that form the nostrils.
The main parameters of harmoniously formed nose wings can be called symmetry and proportionality.When we talk about the aesthetics of the olfactory organ, people most often mean a flat back, a regular tip and a moderate projection (length) of the nose.The wings of the nose, due to the fact that they occupy a small area, attract less attention.
The aesthetic configuration of the wings is very important!I can assume that a non-specialist in the field of facial aesthetics is not always able to identify where the "ugliness" of the nose lies.At first glance, everything is not bad, but one element stands out from the well-tailored design.Ugly arms are a touch that can destroy all the harmony conceived by nature.
They must be symmetrical and proportional to the entire outer part of the respiratory organ!
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The photo was taken immediately after the complex rhinoplasty, during which the wings of the nose were also worked on.
In which cases is surgery necessary?
Correction of the wings of the nose can be either an isolated operation, that is, performed only on paired cartilage, or part of a complex for the correction of the nose and septum - rhinoseptoplasty.
Let's highlight the 3 most common arm defects that can be surgically corrected:
- Nose breaths and very wide wings.
- Asymmetric arm.We all naturally have asymmetry.That's good.But in some cases, the dissonance cannot be hidden.Therefore, nasal wings that are significantly different in size or location (higher or lower) can be entrusted to a plastic surgeon.
- Nostrils fleshy and thick.Thick skin or excess cartilage may be the cause.
- Unsightly form.
The listed defects on the wings of the nose cannot be corrected with filler injections!
How complicated is this operation?
If we compare the correction of the wings with the plastic surgery of all parts of the external nose, of course for the surgeon the first case is easier to perform.
"Simplicity" does not at all mean that it can be done without much effort and or without sufficient experience.On the contrary, reducing the wings of the nose and forming a new configuration requires a careful approach and planning by a specialist of his actions.
I repeat: the arms are a small area, the work with which requires precise precision.
What anesthesia is used?
The topic of anesthesia during plastic surgery is very worrying for patients.I would divide the public into two camps: those who are against general anesthesia and try to avoid it by any means, and those who try to survive the intervention in a state of amnesia and are happy to fall into a medical sleep.
Pay attention!
- if we perform an operation in combination with complex rhinoplasty, then general anesthesia will be required;
- If we are only correcting the cartilage, then we can use intravenous sedation with local anesthesia.
Preparation for surgery
The amount of preoperative preparation depends on the type of procedure.For rhinoplasty under general anesthesia, we will need extensive research.
Tests to be done
- Clinical blood test;
- Biochemical blood test (total protein, urea, creatinine, bilirubin (total), ALT, AST, glucose, potassium, sodium);
- Coagulogram (INR, prothrombin, bleeding time, clotting time);
- Blood test for RW (syphilis), HIV;
- HBc;
- Antigen+anti HCV (hepatitis B, C);
- Blood group, Rh factor;
- General urine test;
- ECG (electrocardiogram) with interpretation;
- Computed tomography of the nose.
For isolated nose surgery, you will need to undergo slightly fewer tests.
On the day of surgery
The patient comes to the clinic on an empty stomach (if complex rhinoplasty) or after a light morning (nose job under intravenous sedation).
After the standard organizational measures for signing the contract, payment, etc., consultations with specialists follow.It is mandatory to collect an anamnesis from an anesthesiologist and, of course, another appointment with the operating surgeon.
After the operation for the complex correction of the nose under general anesthesia, the patient is placed in the recovery room, where his condition is carefully monitored.
After sewing the wings, the patient goes home a few hours later.
How is the rehabilitation going?
Rehabilitation after rhinoseptoplasty and nose surgery are significantly different.
If only the arms were to be corrected, you are lucky that you do not need any complex structures on the face (for example, a splint).The doctor closes the correction area with special tapes.This has practically no effect on your quality of life and well-being.
Once you return home, you can return to your normal lifestyle with minimal adjustments.
Stitches after arm surgery
When reducing the nostrils, the stitches are on the outside.After 6-7 days, the doctor removes the threads.For some time the traces of the intervention will be visible.But after a few months you will forget about them, provided that proper care is taken.
Rules for treating wounds:
- After removing the stitches, if necessary, put a bandage/plaster on the wound, which can be removed after a day and then, as a rule, there is no need to cover the wound with a bandage or plaster.
- On the day of suture removal, do not wet the wound to ensure that any holes are closed.
- The healing wound remains sensitive for several more weeks - protect the wound area from external damage and avoid rubbing it with tight clothing.If you want, you can keep the wound covered with a bandage/plaster.
Rhinoplasty, price
The cost of rhinoplasty will depend on the nature of the aesthetic defect to be corrected, the complexity and volume of the upcoming procedure.For your information, we present in the table the estimated cost for different types of surgical interventions.You will be able to find out the final cost of the service only after a face-to-face consultation.