- Op.Dr. Ali Yeniocak - Aesthetics And Plastic Surgery Specialist
Rhinoplasty, also known as nose augmentation, is a surgical procedure to improve the nose’s shape, size, or function. The primary objectives of this operation may include:
1. **Aesthetic Improvements:**
– Correction of nasal deformities.
– Reducing or augmenting the size of the nose.
– Elimination of the irregularities at the tip or dorsum of the nose.
– Creating a nose more in harmony with the face.
2. **Functional Improvements: **
– Correcting breathing problems.
– Correcting internal structures such as the nasal septum.
Rhinoplasty can be performed both to eliminate aesthetic concerns and to improve breathing function. The procedure is performed with a customized surgical plan tailored to the patient’s needs and expectations.
The surgical techniques performed for rhinoplasty may vary based on the needs and wishes of the patient. There are two main surgical approaches: The Open Nose Surgery and the Closed Nose Surgery.
1. **Open Rhinoplasty:**
– This is preferred for detailed operations such as corrections on the tip of the nose or complex revision procedures.
– The surgeon makes a small incision in and outside of the nose.
– This approach provides greater visibility and access to the surgeon, but the recovery process may be slightly longer.
2. **Closed Rhinoplasty (Endonasal Rhinoplasty):**
– This is a less invasive technique and is often used for either simple corrections of aesthetics or breathing problems.
– The surgery is performed through small incisions made in the nostrils to reach the tissues inside the nose.
– The recovery process is often faster and leaves no external scarring.
The two techniques are selected depending on the surgeon’s expertise, the patient’s anatomical features, and wishes. Surgical techniques of rhinoplasty offer a personalized approach to correct the shape of the nose, make aesthetic improvements, and solve functional problems.
