Rinoseptoplasty

Plastic nose

Rhinoseptoplasty (nasal plastic surgery) is a surgical intervention that allows you to eliminate defects in the nose (both congenital and acquired). In addition, during rhinoseptoplasty not only the shape of the nose but also the septum of the nose can be corrected.

People with a perfectly flat nasal septum are extremely rare today. In most cases the nasal septum is curved to one side. At the same time, the quality of life does not change. However, there are some people whose  nose curvature is so pronounced that it causes significant health problems.

This is not only a cosmetic defect, that is, facial asymmetry. The curvature of the nasal septum causes a violation of the function of external respiration. Due to insufficient supply of oxygen to the body (that is, hypoxia), problems develop not only with breathing, but also with the heart, blood vessels, and the musculoskeletal system.

In the course of rhinoseptoplasty in the clinic of Andrey Kharkov, the shape of the external nose and the patency of the nasal passages are restored. In the future, this will protect patients from the development of any complications.

Indications for rhinoseptoplasty

 Rhinoseptoplasty is indicated if:

• Congenital malformations of the nasal cavity

In this case aesthetic correction and reconstruction is required. As a rule, such problems are associated with impaired growth of the facial skeleton. In this case, the nasal septum does not have time to form correctly.

• Perforation of the nasal septum

Holes are formed in the partition. A similar problem causes impaired respiratory function.

• Compensatory curvature of the nasal septum

Such defects are a consequence of the growth of polyps or tumors, rickets and other recurrent inflammations.

• Mechanical defects caused by trauma

Such defects are caused by a failed operation or obtained in case of birth injury or fracture of the nose with a simultaneous displacement of the septum.

If you often have a runny nose, dry nose, sinusitis, rhinosepoplasty can solve these problems.

Thus, the indications for rhinoseptoplasty are both congenital and acquired defects.

Particular features of rhinoseptoplasty

 In addition to consulting a plastic surgeon, you will definitely need a consultation with an otolaryngologist.

At this stage, the respiratory function is assessed, possible contraindications are identified.

Diagnostics include CT of the nose, X-ray, rhinoscopy. You will also need to pass some examinations. This is, first of all, a standard list of tests (biochemical, clinical, analysis per group, coagulation, Rh factor, hepatitis, syphilis, HIV). In addition, you will need urine tests, fluorography and a nasopharyngeal smear examination.

Preparation for rhinoseptoplasty includes:

• Quitting smoking.
• Exclusion of the intake of antiplatelet agents and anticoagulants. Thus, you will protect yourself from nosebleeds.
• The day before the operation, you should refuse heavy high-calorie meals.
• Do not drink and eat 6 hours before  the surgery.

Also, be sure to inform the doctor if you are taking any dietary supplements or medications. Also provide your plastic surgeon with a complete list of chronic deseases.

The  amount of surgical intervention depends on how curved the nasal septum is, as well as what caused this problem (congenital features, trauma, chronic inflammatory process).

The duration of rhinoseptoplasty in the clinic of Andrey Leonidovich Kharkov is about 90 minutes.

At the first stage, the plastic surgeon exfoliates the mucous membrane, excises all deformed areas and straightens the nasal septum. In this case, the bone-cartilaginous fragments are displaced. For this purpose, in some cases, a plastic material can be additionally used (most often, the cartilage tissue of the patient) . At the second stage, the plastic surgeon forms the wings of the nose and the back of the desired shape. After that, the mucous membrane returns to its original position. The seams are located on the columella.

At the third stage, the nasal septum is fixed with special tampons. They are inserted into the nasal passages. They are “breathable” and do not dry out to the mucous membrane. The nose itself is fixed with a plaster cast.

In some cases, the surgeon removes the bone-cartilaginous fragment, aligns it and re-implants it. If the defect is significant, it is excised and replaced with a synthetic graft. This graft is covered with autocartilage. It is removed from the patient’s ear.

Rehabilitation period

The rehabilitation period depends on the complexity of the surgery and the individual characteristics of the patient’s body. During the day after rhinoseptoplasty, the patient stays in the hospital of the clinic of Andrey Kharkov. Antibiotics and analgesics may be prescribed to relieve pain.

10 days after the surgery the stitches are removed, after 7 days – a plaster cast on the nose.

Full recovery will take 6-12 months. To speed up the rehabilitation process, you should adhere to the following recommendations:

• Sleep should be face up.
• After surgery it is prohibited to wear glasses.
• Protect your face from the sun’s rays.
• Banned – visits to baths, saunas.
• You should also exclude active sports.

During rehabilitation you should abandon hardware cosmetic procedures and facial massage.

After rhinoseptoplasty special sensitivity of the skin on the upper lip and nose may remain. All these symptoms go away on their own.

Contraindications to rhinoseptoplasty

Rinoseptoplasty is not performed if the following contraindications are present:

1. Pregnancy and lactation.
2. Age up to 18 years.
3. Problems with the heart and blood vessels.
4. Diabetes mellitus.
5. The course of inflammatory and infectious processes in the body.
6. Problems with blood clotting.
7. Arterial hypertension.

 Benefits of rhinoseptoplasty in the clinic of Andrey Kharkov

In the clinic of Andrey Kharkov equipment of a new generation is presented. All employees are top-level specialists. The plastic surgeons of the clinic take care of the safety and efficiency of rhinoseptoplasty.

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