Rhinoplasty (Nose Aesthetics) What is it? Who is it Applied to?

Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure performed to correct the structure and basic functions of the nose by shaping the bone and cartilage structures, resulting in a new appearance.

Rhinoplasty is currently the most commonly performed elective surgical operation. Individuals who are dissatisfied with the appearance of their nose due to reasons such as a humped or long nose, a droopy nasal tip, or asymmetric or excessively large nostrils can opt for this surgery if their health permits. Additionally, individuals experiencing shape and functional deformities resulting from accidents or traumas can also undergo this operation.

Which Nose Shape is Most Suitable for Your Face?

Our nose is one of the vital organs for us. A healthy nose significantly affects our quality of life. Considering that it forms the basis of our appearance as well as our health, it is a known fact that it also affects social life and self-confidence.
The most difficult decision for people who decide to have rhinoplasty is to decide on the type of nose suitable for their face. Many people are undecided about which nose type to choose because they stay between too many options.
Deciding on the most suitable nose type for your face is actually not as difficult as it is estimated, in this regard, you should rely on your doctor's expertise, knowledge and experience, so it is very important to consult a physician who is a specialist in rhinoplasty. For the most suitable nose for your face, you should first choose the type of nose that will be at the highest level of your breathing, and then a nose structure in the dimensions required by your face. A doctor specialised in rhinoplasty will help you choose the most suitable nose type for your face and health.

What are Rhinoplasty Methods?

It is necessary to decide on rhinoplasty, to choose the type of nose and to determine the technique of rhinoplasty surgery in the last stage after these stages.  It is known by everyone that there are many rhinoplasty methods. Most of those who want to have rhinoplasty are very undecided about which method will be used for rhinoplasty surgery or they do research in line with the method they want.  The method to be used in rhinoplasty surgery is determined by your doctor, taking into account your health. Not every method is suitable for every patient or every nose. For this reason, you should trust your doctor and let him determine the most accurate method for you.

Nose Aesthetic Methods;

• Open Rhinoplasty
• Closed Rhinoplasty
• Piezo technique
• Tipplasty
• Secondary nose surgery
• Laser Rhinoplasty
• Profiloplasty

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The best and most accurate rhinoplasty method is the most suitable method for your health and nasal structure.

Is There an Age Limit in Nose Aesthetics?

Since the nose structure completely affects the facial expression, it causes psychological effects due to concerns such as lack of self-confidence, anxiety of not being liked, etc., especially at a young age. For this reason, the desire for rhinoplasty at a young age is too much to be considered. Considering human development, the development of girls and boys differs. Considering their development, the nasal development of girls stops at the age of 16 and boys at the age of 18. If there is no history of trauma, anyone who wants to have surgery at this age can have rhinoplasty surgery.
There is no upper age limit for rhinoplasty. All individuals who do not have age-related health problems can have rhinoplasty surgery at any time.

What is Nose Tip Aesthetics?

Bad appearance may occur due to various deformities at the tip of the nose. Nasal tip aesthetic surgery can be performed for these disorders. Nasal tip aesthetics are procedures performed for patients who do not have an arched structure in their nose and only have problems such as low nasal tip and nasal tip width. During these procedures, the nasal bones and cartilage structure are not intervened. Only minor interventions are made to eliminate deformities at the tip of the nose. For this reason, they are aesthetic surgeries that are easier to apply than others and take less time.

How Should an Ideal Nose Be?

There is no nose that can be called ideal as a standard. The concept of ideal differs according to sociocultural and ethnic structures. Age and gender should also be added to this. The concept of ideal and beautiful nose has differed at different stages of life. Although there is no ideal nose as a standard, images close to the so-called "golden ratio" (1,618) are considered beautiful and aesthetic.
Our face also has a golden ratio and this golden ratio gives an ideal appearance. For example; The width of the mouth and the width of the nose, the length of the nose and the proportions of the nose projection correspond to the golden ratio. In an ideal face; the face is divided into 3 equal parts in the horizontal plan and 5 equal parts in the vertical plan. The nose has ideal proportions with other structures of the face and within the nose itself. These proportions are taken into account in the surgery. The angles and proportions of the nose with other facial structures differ in men and women. For example; Nasofrontal (nose-brow) angle is 115-130º, Nasolabial (nose-lip) angle is 90-120º. These angles should be wider in women and narrower in men. As a result, the ideal nose; aesthetically, it is in harmony with other parts of the face and has a natural appearance, and functionally, it is a nose that breathes comfortably.

Is Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty Possible?

There are many people who want to have rhinoplasty but are afraid of surgery or want to achieve results without surgery. It is possible to have rhinoplasty without surgery.
It is possible to shape the nose and change the appearance of problematic areas with filling and toxin applications. Of course, it is out of the question to expect a complicated and deep change such as rhinoplasty surgery, but corrections that will be seen as defects can be made at a level that will make many people happy.

Situations where non-surgical rhinoplasty can be applied;

• Depression of the nasal forehead junction,
• Cases where the tip of the nose should be lifted (should be reviewed for those considering nose surgery),
• Situations where the base of the nose needs to be supported,
• Irregularities on the back of the nose,
• The tip of the nose moves downwards, especially when speaking,
• Nose wings widen when laughing

What Should Be Considered After Nose Aesthetics?

In the first days following rhinoplasty, your face will be swollen and oedematous; do not despair, this condition will quickly improve. It is common and natural for patients to feel sad and distressed after the surgery. As your nose starts to shape and look better day by day, your morale will improve.
 
The following points should be considered after rhinoplasty;

• It is normal to feel swollen and painful on the first day after the operation. It is enough to use the medicines given by your doctor.
• Although swelling and bruises are almost non-existent with the technology you can use, cold application will help to remove swelling and bruising.
• It is natural to have bloody leakage from the nose for the first 1-2 days after the operation.
• Nasal congestion may persist for several weeks.
• In order not to disrupt tissue healing, you should avoid cleaning your nose vigorously and blowing your nose during this period.
• Smoking, drinking alcohol or strenuous activity is strictly forbidden during this period. Bathing is permitted as long as it is with lukewarm water.
• Between 7 - 10 days, all stitches supporting your nose and the splint supporting your nose will be removed.
• You should avoid heavy and strenuous physical activities for 2-3 weeks. Avoid any kind of impact on your nose durmalısınız.
• You should be careful when washing your face, combing your hair and applying make-up.
• If you wear contact lenses, you can start wearing them immediately, but you can start wearing glasses after about 2 months.

Recovery Process After Rhinoplasty

The healing process after nose surgery is also of great importance in the success of the operation.  The expected nose appearance will not occur the day after the operation. It will take an average of one year for this healing process to be completed and the nose to take its appearance in its most settled form.
At this point, how the person spends the healing process also plays an important role. The person should follow all the doctor's warnings during the healing process and pay more attention than ever to protect the nose against possible impacts. During the healing process, soft tissue structures in the nose will be more sensitive to impacts. 

While sleeping for the first 3 nights after rhinoplasty surgery, the head should be supported with pillows and kept in an upright position as much as possible. The splint on the back of the nose is usually removed after 7 days and bands are worn to put pressure on the nose. During this period, excessive facial and mimic movements that will cause the nose to move should be avoided. Likewise, foods that are difficult to chew will cause nasal movement as they will overstrain the facial muscles. Consumption of such foods should be suspended for a while. Even brushing the teeth hard will cause difficulty in the base of the nose, so such hard movements should be avoided; teeth should be brushed as softly as possible. The nose should never be cleaned by blowing. Liquids containing sea / ocean water should be used to clean the nose after rhinoplasty surgery.

To Whom Is Nose Esetetics Not Applied?

In some cases, rhinoplasty is not recommended or may be risky. Rhinoplasty may not be applied to whom in the following cases:

1. Health Problems: Rhinoplasty may not be recommended for people with serious health problems. In particular, rhinoplasty may be risky for people with chronic health problems such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes or people who have recently undergone major surgical operations.
2. Inadequate Physical and Psychological Preparation: Some people may be inadequately physically or psychologically prepared before the surgical procedure. In this case, rhinoplasty may not be recommended. Preoperative evaluation is important to assess the prospective patient's physical health and expectations for the results of surgery.
3. Young Age: Rhinoplasty at a young age may be risky because the structure of the nose is not fully matured. Generally, such surgeries are considered after the age of 15-16 and parental consent may be required before reaching this age.
4. Good general health and aesthetic expectations: Rhinoplasty surgery is generally performed on people with good general health and realistic aesthetic expectations. Surgeons may not recommend this type of surgery for people with a completely different nasal structure or appearance demands.
5. Smoking: Smoking can adversely affect recovery after rhinoplasty and increase the risk of complications. Therefore, smokers are advised to quit smoking before starting surgery.
6. Drug or Alcohol Addiction: Performing rhinoplasty on people with drug or alcohol addictions can be risky. Such addictions can complicate the healing process and increase the risk of complications after surgery.
7. This list includes a few examples of suitable candidates for rhinoplasty, but each patient is different and the suitability of surgery should be assessed for each person individually. If you are considering rhinoplasty, you should consult your doctor to discuss the most appropriate treatment options and risks for you.

Problems Requiring Revision Surgery?

The problem that the nasal valve closes when breathing deeply or not enough air enters the nose

Aesthetic disorder that occurs due to insufficient removal of the arch on the dorsum of the nose in the first operation performed for the nose.

In the first operation, the low tip of the nose cannot be removed or the tip of the nose appears swollen.

The nostrils are seen from the opposite side due to too much lifting of the tip of the nose.

Disproportion between the nose and face size. In the first operation, the nose is not reduced sufficiently or reduced more than necessary according to the face.