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What is Rhinoplasty?

admin — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:20:15 +0000

Rhinoplasty or nose job or nasal reshaping all refer to the same procedure. It is a surgical prodedure done to change the shape and /or size of a person’s nose. It requires a cosmetic surgeon to first make an incision to access the tissues and cartilage of the nose. The incision is typically made inside the nose which is called a closed rhinoplasty procedure, however it can also be made outside the nose, which is known as an open rhinoplasty procedure. The next step is to remove, add or rearrange tissue and cartilage inside the nasal construction to give the appearance desired.

Finally, the plastic surgeon will close the incision by folding the tissue over the newly constructed nose. To help the nose keep it’s new structure a splint is applied to the nose which is to stay on until the nose is healed. Some type of soft absorbent material may also be packed inside the nose to maintain the shape and the cosmetic surgeon will allow for some nasal support to enable breathing after the operation.

If packing was used it is typically removed within 24-48 hours after the rhinoplasty surgery. Most people have at least several days of swelling and pain after their rhinoplasty. About one week after the operation the plastic surgeon will replace initial splint with a smaller splint also designed to protect the nose and to keep it straight and stable.

To allow for proper healing after rhinoplasty it is imperative that the cosmetic surgeons directions be followed exactly. Bruising and swelling can be helped by applying cold compresses, this will also help reduce the paid from swelling. Most rhinoplasty patients are advised to avoid blowing their noses for 7-10 days to allow healing to take place and to minimize potential bleeding. Pain medications can be prescribed to assist with post operative pain.

It is usually recommended that your head be kept elevated for some time after your surgery. This keeps the blood from pooling in your nose which can result in bleeding and in some cases can damage the structure created by the plastic surgeon. Also, exercise is to be avoided for several weeks as is direct exposure to the sun. With proper follow up and care you can help to ensure that your rhinoplasty is a successful one.

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Total Cost of Rhinoplasty

admin — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:38:10 +0000

The total cost of your Irvine rhinoplasty will be made up of several factors besides your doctors fee. One of the larger costs is the facilities fee, which includes many things. It can include costs for equipment and supplies, a fee for the general use of the facility as well as the costs of any support staff used during the surgery. Rhinoplasty performed in a doctors office or clinic will be less expensive than one performed in a hospital.

Another fee is the cost of the anesthesia. If a local anesthesia is used the cost will be less, however if anesthesia was required to keep you asleep for several hours then the cost of both the anesthesia and an anesthesiologist to administer it will be significantly higher. In addition, if you were kept asleep for several hours the post operative period will be longer and the facilities cost can be expected to be higher as well.

All of these together will affect your facility fee. All costs and potential costs should be discussed with you cosmetic surgeon prior to surgery so you don’t receive and nasty surprises when you get your bill. Nationally the average facility fee for rhinoplasty is about $700. Because of the area, you can expect your Irvine rhinoplasty surgery to be somewhat more expensive. Again, an Irvine cosmetic surgeon should be able to provide you with a complete estimate of costs.

In some cases your plastic surgeon will quote you a single price as a package price, which includes facilities fees, anesthesiologist, the cosmetic surgeons fees and other miscellaneous fees. If you don’t feel comfortable with this request a breakdown so you can understand where all the costs are coming from.

These numbers come from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons under the category of rhinoplasty costs. Consider the following factors in regard to these numbers.

1. Rhinoplasty cost as defined by the ASPS includes any nose surgery performed by a board certified cosmetic surgeon. This means it includes everything from a simple removal of a small bump on the nose right up to complete nasal reconstruction. As the complexity of the work increases so will the cost. Also, the costs are generally higher with more talented plastic surgeons and also increase based on location. As stated earlier, Irvine plastic surgeons are typically more expensive than the national average.

2. Some doctors will try to hide the costs involved in the work done in order to bill insurance companies. They may classify your surgery as repair of a deviated septum to improve breathing simply because the insurance companies will cover this type of medically necessary work. Make sure you know if your doctor is planning on billing your insurance for work performed and if you don’t wish to be involved in this let your cosmetic surgeon know.

While some would consider the cost of rhinoplasty to be high, others consider this type of procedure to be priceless. Irvine rhinoplasty doctors are highly skilled and trained and make a very good choice for your cosmetic surgery, but be sure to know the costs involved with rhinoplasty beforehand.

Irvine Revision Rhinoplasty

admin — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 22:37:01 +0000

Revision rhinoplasty is the name given to a second or third rhinoplasty surgery that is done to correct poor prior surgery, to hide scars from prior surgery or even to redo a nose job that is old and beginning to lose it’s shape. Because of their experience and expertise, Irvine rhinoplasy surgeons are regularly sought out to perform revision rhinoplasty. There are several factors to consider when considering revision rhinoplasty surgery.

1. What problem or irregularity needs to be addressed.

2. Is there scarring from previous surgeries and if so, how much scarring is present.

3. How does the nose look currently.

4. Is the problem or irregularity actually correctable. Some problems are not and some can only be corrected temporarily, requiring further surgery at a later date.

5. What is the patient like. This is a concern about the patient’s mental state. Some people are actually surgery addicts, coming back for additional surgeries that are unnecessary and others are perfectionists that can never be pleased with their rhinoplasty.

If all 5 of these are addressed then a revision rhinoplasty can work for you. You could either return to the surgeon that performed the original rhinoplasty or choose a cosmetic surgeon that specializes in revision rhinoplasty surgery. Plastic surgeons that are trained to do revision rhinoplasty have had specific training and experience in this field and can often offer excellent results. They will likely ask you certain questions to determine your suitability for revision rhinoplasty that a normal plastic surgeon would not ask. While revision surgery isn’t rare, it is important that the cosmetic surgeon establish his or her patients motivation in having multiple cosmetic surgeries.

Statistics tell us that revision rhinoplasty is performed in 17% of all rhinoplasty cases in the U.S. Note that a large number of these are done to correct very minor imperfections or irregularity. In these cases the surgery is typically done right in the plastic surgeons office and for a small cost. Rare is the scenario where major revision rhinoplasty needs to be done. In addition, a large number of the minor corrections are performed on those who have caused the damage themselves through damage to the healing nose

Some patients even come in for a revision rhinoplasty because after seeing their new nose they decide that it is too small. This is not the fault of the original plastic surgeon, but rather an error in the judgement of the patient during the consultations prior to surgery. Revision rhinoplasty surgeons are able to correct these cases by stretching the nose, adding cartiledge and expanding the nose to better fit the persons face.

Irvine rhinoplasty doctors are so good that there is almost no imperfection they cannot correct. They can even take a photo of a celebrity and make a persons nose exactly like that celebrities. Of course this isn’t recommended because many times that celebrities nose doesn’t really fit on the persons face. You should choose a look that best suits you and not worry about the look of another persons nose.

Benefits of Irvine Rhinoplasty

admin — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 22:33:42 +0000

Improving one’s appearance in today’s society is very important to many people and rhinoplasty is one way to go about making this improvement. Considering the technology and techniques we have today most people won’t mind spending money on a good Irvine rhinoplasty specialist to get the look they desire. Many people in and around the Irvine area are unhappy with the nose they were born with and are opting to have rhinoplasty surgery to correct their imperfections.

It goes without saying that each detail on one’s face is important for the overall look and aesthetic appearance of your face. In particular, being in the center of the face, the nose can give a distinctive look and be a focus of attention. Some have the long aquiline type nose and others have very broad and flat noses such as certain Asians and Afro-Americans.

In addition to rhinoplasty you may want to ask your cosmetic surgeon if it would be wise to get additional cosmetic surgery to improve the beauty of your face. Your plastic surgeon may also recommend a brow lift or cheek augmentation to balance the look you will get with your nose job. Older patients may also opt for some type of skin resurfacing to remove wrinkles and regain a more youthful appearance.

The most important aspect of a good or great rhinoplasty is choosing the proper plastic surgeon for the job. Irvine rhinoplasty surgeons are experienced and well trained and this is a great benefit in any cosmetic surgery. Your surgeon should be able to provide you with past before and after photos as well as explaining to you the entire process of nasal reshaping and recovery after your rhinoplasty.

Your Irvine cosmetic surgeon should also explain to you any risks and side effects associated with rhinoplasty surgery. You should feel comfortable knowing the entire process and it’s outcome before you commit to any plastic surgeon.

Be sure that you are very specific in defining what you want your nose to look like after the rhinoplasty. Any good cosmetic surgeon will have computer software that allows you to model and see the outcome before you have surgery. Cosmetic surgeons are somewhat of artists, so they cannot guarantee the exact look beforehand, but they will get very close and the best of them will use their artistic talents to make your nose as beautiful as possible.

One final note. Try to have realistic expectations from your Irvine rhinoplasty doctor. The surgeons are excellent and will do their best to give you the proper nose to both make you happy and to suit your look.