Nose Job Torrance

It should come as no surprise that rhinoplasties – or ‘nose jobs’, as they’re commonly called – are one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries in the United States. Indeed, nose jobs can literally change the entire look of a person’s face. In basic terms, rhinoplasty enhances and corrects the shape of the nose. In fact, the word ‘rhinoplasty’ comes from the Greek words ‘rhino’ – which means ‘nose’ – and ‘plassein’ – which means ‘to shape’.

Aside from the obvious cosmetic benefits people gain from nose jobs, there are other, more intangible gifts they gain, as well. The simple fact is that, when people feel good about the way they look, they tend to exude more confidence – both in social and professional settings. What’s more, other people often respond to them and their improved appearances in an overwhelmingly positive way.

Nose jobs can be either aesthetic or corrective in nature – both of which come with their own sets of benefits. For example, aesthetic nose jobs – whether they involve making changes to the bridge and tip, widening the nostrils, or altering the space between the nose and the upper lip – can substantially improve one’s appearance. The goal with aesthetic nose jobs is to bring balance to a person’s face. In fact, studies show that people perceive facial symmetry as being an attractive trait, and a good nose job can go a long way in lending symmetry to one’s facial appearance.

While most people get nose jobs for cosmetic reasons, many obtain them for corrective purposes. For example, for individuals with breathing difficulties or exceedingly narrow nasal passages, corrective rhinoplasty can effectively open the passages, thus allowing for trouble-free breathing. Corrective nose jobs can correct a range of other issues, as well, including septum deviation, extreme nose asymmetry, and other birth defects.

Of course, it’s a good idea to be realistic about the results you should expect from a nose job. Essentially, the shape of a person’s nose should dictate what changes can be made. In other words, if a procedure is too drastic for a particular nose shape, it could potentially damage the cartilage. But drastic measures are rarely necessary; rather, small changes can often make the most dramatic of differences.

There are a few different nose job procedures, each with different advantages. For example, the open rhinoplasty procedure involves a surgeon making a minor incision on the outside of the columnella – the area between the nostrils – and then lifting a portion of the nasal skin in order to expose and make the necessary incisions to the cartilage and bone inside the nose. Of course, the advantage to this procedure is that, because the bone and cartilage is exposed, it allows the surgeon to be extremely precise. Open rhinoplasty is necessary for extensive reshaping jobs and although it will leave the patient with a small scar at the base of the columella, that scar will fade and become barely visible over time.

Alternatively, closed rhinoplasty is when the nasal reshaping is done entirely inside the nose. This is a more difficult procedure for a surgeon to perform because visibility is compromised, but the benefit, of course, is that it leaves no scars on the outside of the nose. In addition, this type of surgery is minimally invasive and as such, recovery time is significantly reduced.

Of course, with both open and closed rhinoplasties, you won’t see immediate results; in fact the swelling and bruising will remain for a number of weeks before it will begin to subside. In addition, residual and minor swelling can remain for up to a year after the surgery.

An alternative to conventional rhinoplasty surgery is the relatively new non-surgical rhinoplasty. This procedure involves subtle reshaping of the nose, achieved either with substances injected into the nose to alter its shape, or with flexible inserts positioned between the tip and the back of the nose. There are numerous benefits to this procedure: There is no long-term scarring, swelling or risks associated with surgery; nasal passages are unaffected; it can be performed on an out-patient basis; healing time is minimal; the cost is far less than a surgical nose job procedure; the patient gets to remain awake; and results can be seen almost immediately.

However, non-surgical rhinoplasty won’t work for people with major nasal problems or deformities, or for those who want to reduce the size of their noses (the procedure can only enlarge the nose, not reduce it or alter the bone structure). Also, a non-surgical nose job isn’t permanent (the effects last at most two years), but rather a chance for patients to see and live with the change in their looks before deciding to undergo a permanent nose surgery procedure. In addition, it’s important that prospective patients seek out an experienced surgeon, as the procedure can sometimes cause inflammation and, as a result, potentially make it more difficult to have a permanent rhinoplasty surgery at a later stage.

Of course, regardless of whether you’re considering a surgical or non-surgical nose job procedure, it’s important to do research. First, you need to decide which procedure is right for you, and then you need to research surgeons. Ensure they have proper certification and at least five years of experience. It’s also a good idea to interview at least three plastic surgeons, and ask them questions such as how many nose job procedures they have performed in the past 12 months and if you can view before-and-after images of their work.

In addition, if you’re going to have general anesthesia, ensure your anesthesiologist is board certified. It’s also a good idea to make sure there’s a hospital close to where you’ll be having your procedure should any unexpected complications arise. With this sort of forward planning, there is a very slim chance of problems.

With a bit of research and proper planning, getting a nose job could not only improve your appearance but boost your confidence. That’s nothing to sneeze at.