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Nose reshaping (rhinoplasty) is performed to improve the nasal function, nasal aesthetics or both. As a craniofacial surgeon I often use nose reshaping techniques during nasal reconstruction for congenital deformities and trauma. The image below shows a cosmetic rhinoplasty. The cost of nasal surgery depends on the theatre time. Either an estimate of costs or a fixed price is given after a consultation when the required surgical maneuvers are known. Mr Davis recommends reading through general information (which we are happy to send if contacted) about nasal surgery prior to a consultation.
Nasal function includes airflow through the nose and may be altered by manipulating the internal nasal valve, the alar, the nasal septum or the turbinates. The ways in which the nasal appearance may be altered are limitless (but have limits!) Altering the shape of a twisted nose usually involves manipulating the septum (septorhinoplasty) as its elastic nature may twist the nose again postoperatively. Ways in which the nose may be altered include;
Nasal reconstruction Rhinophyma Some Asian races have a flat central nasal root and request augmentation of the entire nasal projection. This is typically done using a silastic implant which may be placed through an intraoral incision. It is critical not to have the implant under any tension as possible complications include having the implant erode through the skin of the nose. Click here if you would like information sent about nose reshaping >> |
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