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What is Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty is surgery to reshape the nose. Changing the shape of the nose can be done for either cosmetic or functional reasons. Some types of changes that can be made by Dr. Paciorek are to make the nose:
- Longer/Shorter
- Straighter
- Narrower/Wider
- Change Shape of Tip or Bridge (lifting the tip can make people look younger, Tiplasty)
- Change Angle Between the Nose and Upper Lip
- Narrow the Nostrils
A common functional correction is to improve blocked airflow from a deviated (crooked) septum. The septum is the area of bone and cartilage separating the nostrils. This is called a Septoplasty.
Rhinoplasty Types: Open or Closed
- Open Rhinoplasty- incisions are made externally
- Closed Rhinoplasty- incisions are made internally
What You Can Expect:
After your consultation with the doctor, a customized procedure and follow up plan will be made for you. Dr. Paciorek uses a proprietary delicate touch method which will support your healing process. The surgical procedure will be done in our private in-office surgical suite with your own individual recovery area and nurse. Typically, a rhinoplasty takes between one and three hours.
Depending on your needs, the Doctor may conduct one or several of these types of surgical procedures:
- Narrow or widen the bridge
- Sculpt a new shape using bone and cartilage
- File or chisel bone to reshape a hump
- Add cartilage or bone from another area to build the nose
- Trim cartilage at the tip
- Remove small pieces of skin to narrow the base of the nose
- Narrow flared nostrils using sutures
- Correct air flow blockages from a deviated septum or other injury
After Your Rhinoplasty Procedure:
Once reshaped, a protective splint will be applied. Dr. Paciorek typically does not pack the nose which aids in patient comfort and recovery.
Our staff will care for you in our private recovery area and you will be able to leave the office through a separate exit. You will be assisted in your recovery process by our trained nurses and support staff. A typical follow up routine may include:
- Going home the day of the surgery
- Check in with the Doctor the day after surgery
- You may be able to return to your normal schedule after 3-5 days.
- Second follow up appointment after a week
- Changes will be noticeable right away and complete healing may take six months to a year.
- Swelling can take some time to subside and depends on the extent of the procedure.
Consider Combining Rhinoplasty With Other Procedures
You may want to discuss combining your rhinoplasty with other treatments. Some of the options you can discuss with the Doctor at your consultation include:
