Rhinoplasty is more than surgery — it's an art form. The plastic surgeon should create a nose that is yours uniquely and is harmonious with your face. Plastic surgeons generally recommend that patients wait until they are at least 14 or 15 to undergo Rhinoplasty in Cosmetic surgery.The size and shape of your nose is largely inherited, and you may be unhappy with it for a number of reasons.
Perhaps you don't like its shape. Perhaps it's out of proportion with your other facial features. Some people dislike the shape or position of their nostrils. Maybe the tip is too wide, pinched, large or bulbous. In the hands of a skilled plastic surgeon, these and other concerns can be addressed by "“Cosmetic surgery”
The true function of your nose is to allow air to enter and exit the body. When nasal passageways are obstructed, breathing becomes difficult. A common cause of breathing problems is a deviated septum, a defect in the dividing wall in the nose. Some of the ailments associated with nasal obstruction are snoring, dry mouth, postnasal drip and nosebleeds.
At one time, a "one nose fits all" approach to Rhinoplasty was the norm – with many patients having their noses "Westernized" to fit an outdated ideal of attractiveness. Today, Ethnic Rhinoplasty addresses the particular concerns of patients of varying racial and ethnic backgrounds, who wish to enhance their appearance while maintaining their ethnic identity. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, more than 1.3 million cosmetic surgeries were performed on ethnic patients in 2004, an increase of 44 percent since 2000. Among African American, Hispanic and Asian Americans, Rhinoplasty was one of the most commonly requested procedures
A decision that you and you plastic surgeon will discuss is whether Open or Closed Rhinoplasty in Cosmetic surgery is best for you. During "open" or "external" Rhinoplasty, a small incision is made in the columella — the central column that separates the nostrils – and the nasal skin is lifted off the tip of the nose through this incision. During the more traditional "closed" Rhinoplasty, several cuts are made in the nostrils, and extending over the columella. One advantage of the "open" technique is that it allows the surgeon better exposure to the nasal anatomy. One advantage of "closed" Rhinoplasty is that it causes less disruption of the nasal tip blood supply, which lessens post surgical nasal tip swelling, as well as reducing the risk of nasal tip complications.
