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Rhinoplasty is a common procedure that is regularly performed in the United States. Many people give advice about nose jobs, but it can be difficult to know who to trust. Before you delve into getting a rhinoplasty, you should know all the facts. Here are five things you will want to know about rhinoplasty before getting the procedure.

Do Your Research First, and Do It Thoroughly

Do not just dive into a plastic surgery procedure, particularly one that involves your face! It is important that you know exactly what you want, that you choose the right surgeon, and that you are able to communicate your desires to your surgeon. To do all this, you need to do some research and do it thoroughly.

Know The Type of Nose Job You Want

Rhinoplasty is very safe when performed by a skilled Facial Plastic Surgeon. What many people do not know is that there are actually two types of rhinoplasty. Open Rhinoplasty involves folding the skin of the nose up in order to perform the procedure, while Closed Rhinoplasty is performed through the nostrils, but does not require any external incisions. Each procedure has pros and cons. For example, closed rhinoplasty has less downtime and usually a faster recovery time than open rhinoplasty. Open Rhinoplasty allows the surgeon better visualization and more room to work. Before you get a nose job, ask your surgeon about both procedures to find out which one is right for you.

Understand That Results Take Time

Before surgery, most people are not prepared for the healing time. In fact, many patients are not even aware that it can take a year for them to see the true results of their procedure. When patients seek a revision rhinoplasty, it is often because they are not happy with the results before they really give their nose a proper chance to heal. Be ready for the lengthy healing process and to wait a considerable amount of time to see the honest result of your surgery.

Nonsurgical Rhinoplasty Is an Option

Did you know that you don’t have to have an expensive operation in order to have a different nose? In some cases, dermal fillers can be used to conceal bumps on the bridge of the nose or the nose tip. However, fillers are temporary, usually lasting about 12-18 months. Nonsurgical rhinoplasty is certainly something to be aware of if you only want minor changes made to your nose. It can also be a great way of getting a better idea of what your nose might look like after a full rhinoplasty procedure.

Results Differ Depending on The Patient

It does not matter how prepared you are or how many other accounts of rhinoplasty you have read; the results always differ from patient to patient. Everything, from the end result, to the recovery time, to how your wounds heal, will vary.

Rhinoplasty is one of the most popular elective plastic surgery procedures available, and it can have a dramatic impact on the way you look. If you have been considering rhinoplasty or would like to know more, get in touch!