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Frequently Asked Questions in Rhinoplasty in Mexico

What is rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty is a surgery to reshape the nose. Over 250,000 rhinoplasties are performed in the United States each year. Rhinoplasty can be used to make the nose smaller, reduce the bridge of the nose, narrow the nose and shape specific portions such as the tip of the nose or nostrils. Rhinoplasty also may be used to improve nasal breathing. 

What is a standard rhinoplasty?

Because the structure of the nose is quite complex, there is no standard rhinoplasty. Each procedure is unique and custom-designed to address every patient?s specific needs and to work within the structure of their specific nose. Because of the huge variation ? not only in shape and appearance but also in strength, structure and support of each element of every nose ? a careful plan must be created for each procedure and meticulously carried out.

Is rhinoplasty cosmetic or reconstructive?

Rhinoplasty may be cosmetic or reconstructive but most procedures have elements of both.  

What is the difference between ?open? and ?closed? rhinoplasty?

Closed rhinoplasty typically describes a procedure in which all incisions are carefully hidden on the inside of the nose. Open rhinoplasty also involves a small incision across the columella or bottom portion of the nose which forms the skin and tissue between the nostrils. A closed rhinoplasty approach with the incisions hidden inside the nose. However, in a very small number of specific cases, an open approach may be required. This would leave a small incision at the bottom of the nose which typically heals quite well.  

Can you improve the breathing through my nose?

Breathing can be improved significantly in the vast majority of cases.  

Do I have to stay overnight at the hospital after surgery?

No. Almost all rhinoplasty procedures are performed as outpatient surgeries, meaning that patients typically go home after surgery. Arrangements may be made with our office for out-of-town patients to stay at a fine after-care facility or a hotel after surgery if this is necessary.

What kind of anesthesia is used for surgery?

Almost all rhinoplasty procedures are performed under general anesthesia or heavy sedation, according to the needs and wishes of each patient. We find that most patients prefer general anesthesia in which the patient is asleep during the entire procedure. 

How long does rhinoplasty take?

Rhinoplasty procedures may take one or more hours, depending entirely on the complexity of the case and the meticulous steps required for an optimal outcome. 

Will I have bruising after surgery?

You may or may not have bruising depending upon the details of your specific surgery. Patients who bruise easily, have thin or fair skin or require repositioning of the nasal bones will be more likely to bruise than patients who do not. Most bruising resolves around 10-12 days after surgery. 

I have had a rhinoplasty before and I am unhappy with my result. Can this be fixed?

The revision of a rhinoplasty can be quite variable and depends entirely upon the patient?s wishes and anatomy and the procedure which was done before. Sometimes minor touchups are all that is required and in other cases a major revision of the underlying nasal structures is necessary. Revision of a rhinoplasty typically is more complex and takes longer than a rhinoplasty performed for the first time and the expectation for what could be reasonably achieved may be lower. 

Can I have other cosmetic surgery at the same time as my rhinoplasty?

Yes. Other procedures may be performed at the same time as rhinoplasty. Commonly a procedure that sometimes may be performed is a chin advancement or chin implant to improve the harmony of the face. Other procedures in other portions of the body may be performed as well. 

Why do surgeons sometimes move the chin forward or place a chin implant during rhinoplasty surgery?

Moving the chin forward in specific cases will better balance the relation of the nose to the rest of the face.