Rhinoplasty
A rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to alter the nose’s size, shape, width, contour, or other features. The procedure can be performed for cosmetic or medical reasons, depending on the patient’s needs and desires. The surgeon may alter the nose’s bones and cartilage to obtain the desired outcome during the procedure. In some cases, the procedure may also involve correcting breathing problems caused by structural issues in the nose.
Septorhinoplasty
Septorhinoplasty is a surgical procedure that combines septoplasty and rhinoplasty to address functional and aesthetic issues of the nose. This procedure is typically performed to correct breathing problems caused by a deviated septum and address cosmetic concerns such as a crooked or large nose. It can also fix issues resulting from trauma or congenital abnormalities. Briefly, during the procedure, the surgeon corrects deviated septum (septoplasty) and reshapes the external appearance of the nose for cosmetic purposes(rhinoplasty). During septorhinoplasty, the surgeon will make incisions inside and potentially outside the nose to reshape the nasal bones, cartilage, and tissues. This improves the nose’s function for better breathing and appearance.
Ethnic Rhinoplasty
The goal of ethnic rhinoplasty is to enhance ethnic identity features while maintaining a natural appearance. Ethnic rhinoplasty is customized to fit the specific facial structure, cartilage composition, and thickness of the patient, which may vary depending on their ethnicity.Cartilage grafts are often used during ethnic rhinoplasty to strengthen the nose and rebuild its structure. Cartilage grafts can be harvested from ears or ribs but at the same time can be used from outside harvested from cadavers. Incisions are made inside the nose or across the columella, depending on the extent of the changes required. In some cases, an external incision might be necessary.
Refinement Rhinoplasty
Tip plasty (Refinement Rhinoplasty) focuses on reshaping the tip of the nose through tiny incisions at the base of the nose. This less invasive procedure is done to enhance the appearance of the nasal tip, addressing concerns such as asymmetry, bulbosity, and disproportionality.
Revision Rhinoplasty
Revision rhinoplasty corrects problems that persist or arise after previous nose surgery. It is also known as secondary rhinoplasty and is often done to address cosmetic or functional issues that were not adequately resolved in the initial procedure or developed due to complications. The goal of revision rhinoplasty is to restore or improve the function and appearance of the nose.
Post-Traumatic Rhinoplasty
Post-traumatic rhinoplasty is a reconstructive surgery performed to restore bone and cartilage tissue damaged during an accident or trauma to the nose. The operation addresses aesthetic and functional issues resulting from the injury, such as straightening deviations or clearing airways to improve breathing. This type of rhinoplasty aims to restore the normal function and appearance of the nose as much as possible.