Thanks to all the celebrity Rhinoplasty that keeps making news, this once-medical term has now become a common word. A Rhinoplasty or ‘nose job’ is done to reshape the nose and alter the overall appearance of the face. It significantly helps in changing the shape of the nose by increasing or decreasing its size, the width of the bridge, the size of the nostrils, and much more.
Rhinoplasty is a common procedure among celebrities - and even politicians these days. Some celebrity nose jobs include those of Angelina Jolie, Jennifer Aniston and of course the late Michael Jackson. Rhinoplasty is a safe procedure for all age groups and individuals who are in good physical health.
If at First You Don’t Succeed…
Doctors will advise you against having a Rhinoplasty more than twice. With each Rhinoplasty, the circulation of the blood to the nose decreases. Add to this the increased risk of infection, and scars not healing. The skin on the nose will not grow back after a rhinoplasty and so when planning a nose job, it is important to make sure that the first surgery will be your last.
Top 10 Considerations
If you want to have a Rhinoplasty, heed all the safety precautions offered by the surgeon, but before you get to that stage, here are some things that will help you make a good decision:
1. Compile a list of Rhinoplasty surgeons and check them out for disciplinary actions. Also ensure they are board-certified.
2. Carefully research the set of surgeons you are most likely to choose. This may include posting queries on forums and message boards, and speaking to others who have had or are planning to have Rhinoplasty surgery.
3. Think about a consultation for a nose job as an interview of your Rhinoplasty surgeon and ask as many questions as you can.
4. Pay attention to how the surgeon and staff listen and treat you. Be wary of doctors who fail to listen to your concerns or don’t adequately discuss the risks and complications of your nose procedure. Trust your instincts. If you have a bad feeling about a doctor or his facilities, it is best to withdraw.
5. Ask to see as many before-and-after pictures as possible - and even talk to patients who have undergone the procedure.
6. Check around and be aware of all your options in Rhinoplasty. Research the many techniques and types of Rhinoplasty, and if applicable, revision Rhinoplasty surgery as well.
7. Set aside at least a week or 10 days for rest after the surgery. Most people find the surgery physically exhausting.
8. It would also be best to relax and not do things about the house that require a lot of bending and other physical work. Avoid exposing yourself to the sun.
9. Since it is a nose operation, it affects your breathing and this disrupts your sleep. Thus you may have disturbed sleep at least for the first night. You throat might also feel dry from breathing through your mouth, and you will need to keep drinking water.
10. Lastly, have realistic expectations from the procedure. Aim for having a nose that fits your face and that will enhance your look.
Sharing Your Medical History with Your Rhinoplasty Surgeon
Another very important thing - before you go to your first consultation, make a list of all the medications you take, be it vitamins, herbal supplements, anti-depressants or others, and write up your medical history. The list should also include all the illnesses and any surgery you may have had. It is a good idea to print this out so you can have a copy with you at the consultation.
So if you are planning a Rhinoplasty, tread with caution and ensure that you are choosing the right doctor. The worst thing after a surgery is to regret ever having thought about it!
