What Rhinoplasty Surgery Can (And Cannot) Help Patients Achieve
Rhinoplasty, also known more commonly as a “nose job,” is somewhat unique among cosmetic surgery procedures. That is because the procedure has the potential to offer both cosmetic and medical benefits to patients. However, exactly what these benefits are can still be a source of misunderstanding for some prospective patients. It’s important for people to know exactly what their procedure is capable of (and not capable of) in order to maintain realistic expectations. This is why I thought it would be instructive to discuss some things about rhinoplasty surgery.
Rhinoplasty Can Provide A More Balanced Facial Appearance
Like many other cosmetic procedures, the aesthetic results achieved with rhinoplasty are not intended to dramatically reinvent the patient’s appearance. Rhinoplasty is meant to help patients achieve a more balanced and symmetrical appearance by bringing harmony to their other facial features. My patients are often surprised by how even a slight tweak to the size and/or shape of the nose can make a subtle, but major difference.
Rhinoplasty Cannot Provide Substantial Anti-Aging Results
Rhinoplasty has many benefits, but helping patients appear younger isn’t really one of them. However, combining rhinoplasty with other facial procedures commonly used for anti-aging purposes like a facelift or eyelid surgery can help provide comprehensive and long-lasting facial rejuvenation.
Rhinoplasty Can Be Performed Using Different Techniques Depending On The Patient
Rhinoplasty is a very versatile procedure that can assist just about any patient. For instance, year in and year out, rhinoplasty surgery remains consistently popular among both male and female patients. During surgery, my surgical technique for a male patient will often vary from what I think is in the best interest of a female patient. Additionally, certain techniques may be more appropriate to help patients of different ethnic backgrounds. This is based on structural differences of the nose for each patient that I treat.
The success rate among rhinoplasty patients is incredibly high and I am proud to be able to regularly help patients improve their appearance and self-confidence by recontouring their nose. If you would like to learn more about rhinoplasty or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation, contact me, Dr. John LeRoy. Don’t forget to follow me on Facebook or Twitter for more videos, tips, and updates from my practice.