Augmentation Rhinoplasty in South Australia

The nose is the central feature of the face, many people are self-conscious of shape which they may regard as too big, too small or have some other feature which they dislike. With Augmentation Rhinoplasty this issue can be taken care of.

The characteristics of the nose are inherited from parents and develop during adolescent years. They continue until the age of 16, when the nose stops growing. It is, therefore, unwise to operate before this age. If you are not satisfied with the shape of the nose, you can opt for Augmentation Rhinoplasty.

Surgery to reshape the nose is a very common plastic surgery procedure and it can both increase or decrease the size of nose. The shape of the tip, the bridge and also the nostrils can be changed as can the angle between the nose and the upper lip with augmentation rhinoplasty procedure.

When the nose has been flattened by injury, it is quite common for the plate of bone which separated the two halves of the nose to be buckled as well. This makes breathing difficult. It can often be corrected at the same time as an augmentation rhinoplasty.

After the Augmentation Rhinoplasty operation, you will probably have dressings in your nostrils for a day or so which will prevent you from breathing through your nose. You will also have a firm splint over your nose for the first week or two.

Injury to the nose is a common cause of flatness. Occasionally, it is a characteristic which is inherited. This can also develop after surgery to the interior framework of the nose. The discomfort can be taken care of with Augmentation Rhinoplasty.

To improve the appearance of a flattened nose it is necessary to introduce some additional framework underneath the skin to raise and straighten the bridge-line. The operation is called Augmentation Rhinoplasty.

Like any operation Augmentation Rhinoplasty is carried out under a general anaesthetic, there is a small risk of chest infection, particularly among people who smoke. Very occasionally, the operation can be complicated by heavy nose bleeding either shortly afterwards or, after a week to 10 days which may require treatment in hospital.

Each Rhinoplastyimplant is different, but most will last a few hours and not require an overnight hospital stay. Any swelling or bruising will reduce within a week or two and patients can return to their normal lifestyle.

Changing the look of the nose can drastically alter ones face and appearance for the better. Many individuals report having boosts in their self esteem and feeling better about themselves.