What is Rhinoplasty? A surgery done to correct or reconstruct the nose either to change the appearance or to facilitate better breathing or both is called Rhinoplasty.

1. Rhinoplasty Surgery
Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQ)

2. What is Rhinoplasty?
A surgery done to correct or reconstruct the nose either to change the appearance
or to facilitate better breathing or both is called Rhinoplasty. This is achieved by
changing the bone, cartilage or skin or all three parts of the nose.

3. What is the difference between Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty?
The objective of Rhinoplasty is to change the size, shape and symmetry of the nose
and or to improve breathing, whereas Septoplasty is performed with the sole
intention to make breathing easier by straightening the nasal septum (the wall
dividing the nasal passage).

4. Does Rhinoplasty require overnight hospitalisation?
In most cases overnight stay is not required. Only in cases where the patient suffers
from severe nausea or has to be monitored due to the medical condition, he/she is
required to stay overnight.

5. Is Rhinoplasty a simple operation?
No! Many factors make it a complex procedure – There is no set pattern for the
operation. Each operation is uniquely tailored to the need of the patient. The
operation entails minor changes affecting the whole nose so the margin of error is
also small.

6. What is the recovery time and is the procedure painful?
Rhinoplasty is not painful for most people. Usually, it takes a patient one week to
resume the normal activities and all activities can be resumed in two to four
weeks, thus, he must take one week’s off from daily work. The swelling of the nose
takes a long time to subside but people tend to stop noticing it after some months.

7. Who can perform Rhinoplasty?
Any medical professional who is trained as an Otolaryngologist (ENT), plastic
surgeon or facial plastic surgeon can perform a rhinoplasty. Look out for a surgeon
who has got a good reputation amongst his peers and patients.

8. What post-operative precautions should one take?
• Placing eyeglasses or sunglasses on your nose for at least four weeks after the
surgery is an absolute no-no.
• Do not blow your nose.
• Eat food that keeps constipation away.
• Avoid strenuous exercises.

9. What are the risks of Rhinoplasty?
It is usually a safe procedure, but the common risks include bleeding, infections
and reaction to anaesthesia. There is one more concern of Rhinoplasty that you
might not be happy with the changes. It takes time.

10. What are the available alternatives to Rhinoplasty?
There are no alternatives to Rhinoplasty.

11. What can I expect after Rhinoplasty?
There is a mild to moderate pain after the surgery. You may experience a little
discomfort in breathing for a few weeks due to swelling. Bruising and swelling is
common after the surgery, it starts to decrease after 72 hours and with proper
medication.

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