Nose Tip Rhinoplasty
A sub-operation of nasal plastic surgery, nose tip plastic surgery, also known as nasal tip plasty, is a type of operation performed not for anatomical purposes in the nasal structure but for eliminating visual defects of the tip of the nose. These disorders may be related to curvature, lowness, width, nasal tip deformation, asymmetry or width in the nostrils in the anterior cartilage. Nasal tip rhinoplasty is preferred for eliminating such visual problems.
While performing nose tip rhinoplasty, the procedures do not involve interfering with the nasal bone and nasal cartilage. Nasal tip rhinoplasty, which is preferred only for the elimination of problems at the tip of the nose, is performed through the nostrils, so it takes a shorter time and consists of an easier procedure. In this respect, it differs from other aesthetic interventions.
How is Nasal Tip Rhinoplasty Performed?
Nasal tip rhinoplasty is one of the mildest operations in the nose area, as it is not a comprehensive operation. First of all, the closed surgery technique is preferred in this intervention. In the closed surgery technique, the nostrils are used to make fine touches at the tip of the nose. There is no need for breaking bones at all and there are no scars or stitches after the operation. Therefore, recovery duration after a nasal tip surgery is very short.
How Long Does Nasal Tip Rhinoplasty Take?
Aesthetic operations performed on the tip of the nose are performed under general or local anesthesia depending on the patient’s preference. The operation time on the nose takes about 45 minutes. The patient is discharged on the same day after a few hours of rest. Recovery and return to normal life for the patient were observed as 1 to 2 days.
Who Can Have Nasal Tip Rhinoplasty?
Since nose tip rhinoplasty is completely related to the appearance of the nose, anyone who is willing can have nose tip rhinoplasty. However, in accordance with medical ethical and legal rules, it is recommended that only people over the age of 18 have this surgery. Because the growth period of the organs of young people or children can continue until the age of 16 in females and 18 in males. Listed below are some of the reasons for which nose tip rhinoplasty is usually performed.
- Problems with the nostrils
- Correction of the curved nose tip
- Lifting the tip of the nose
- Lowering the tip of the nose
- Correction of asymmetrical defects at the tip of the nose
- Reshaping excess nose wings
- Repairing various nasal tip deformations
Doctor Selection in Nasal Tip Rhinoplasty
Doctor selection is always very important when it comes to medical interventions. For this reason, just like in other surgeries, great care should be taken when choosing a doctor in nose operations. Considering that most nose operations are performed due to deformities, choosing a doctor becomes even more important.
A good decision can be made in choosing a doctor by examining the expertise, education, and past patients of the doctor who will perform the operation.
Things to Consider After Nasal Tip Rhinoplasty
The recovery and return to normal life for the patient after nasal tip rhinoplasty vary between 1 and 2 days. The patient, who is discharged on the day of the operation, should rest for a while.
Silicone splints and protective bands attached to the patient’s nose are removed one week after the operation. After the surgery, the nasal spray is used while cleaning the nose with the guidance of the doctor. In some cases, there may be numbness in the tip of the nose. It is normal for this situation to continue for 1-2 months.
Rapid recovery is observed in the first 3 months in nasal tip aesthetic operations. Full recovery can take from 6 months to 1 year. It is not recommended to use glasses within 1 month of the successful operation. The pressure applied by glasses in the nose area can cause problems.
You can take a shower 2 days after the operation, provided that you do not get the tapes on the nose wet. While severe pain is not experienced after such operations; when mild pain is felt, pain relievers can be used for a few days.
