Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty – a plastic surgery performed by surgeons for deformities of the nose, breathing problems, or to correct aesthetic imperfections. Plastic surgery helps to achieve the correct proportion of the nose, to eliminate congenital or acquired defects due to trauma. Thanks to rhinoplasty, doctors successfully treat patients with sleep apnea (snoring), which occurs due to the curvature of the septum or overgrowth of cartilage in the nasal cavity.

The operation to correct the shape of the nose is performed by a plastic surgeon. In order for the patient to get the desired result, it is necessary to contact only experienced and proven plastic specialists. Leave a request on the MedTour website, the coordinating doctor will help you choose the best clinic and rhinoplasty specialist for you.

What are the indications for rhinoplasty

According to research by ASAPS (Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons), rhinoplasty is necessary for people who have difficulty breathing due to a defect in the nose. Also, any aesthetic imperfections that the patient wants to correct can become a reason for plastic surgery.

Rhinoplasty will be useful in such cases:

• With congenital or acquired curvature of the nasal septum;
• If pathologies of the cartilaginous tissue of the nasal cavity are diagnosed;
• When it is necessary to eliminate flaws after a broken nose;
• There is a hump (“Greek profile”);
• Too large or irregular nostrils;
• Excessive length of the nose;
• Thick or uneven nasal bridge;
• Hanging or large tip of the nose.

In case of cleft palate (or cleft lip), rhinoplasty can be part of the complex of measures for facial plastic surgery. The operation allows to correct the proportions of the face and restore normal breathing in the patient.

Often, curvature of the nasal septum, polyps or other pathologies of the nose provoke additional problems. This can be a lingering runny nose, increased snoring during sleep, impaired sense of smell and distorted voice.

Examinations of the nose before surgery

Before any surgical intervention, the patient needs to undergo a preliminary examination. This is necessary in order to exclude contraindications for the operation and to determine the area of work for the surgeon.

Standard diagnostics before rhinoplasty include:

• Laboratory tests of blood and urine;
• ECG – electrocardiogram for the study of the heart;
• Fluorography of the thoracic region.

The patient needs a preoperative consultation with a specialist in order to discuss all complaints and determine the desired result by the appearance of the nose after the operation.

For a more detailed examination, the doctor may additionally prescribe rhinoscopy – a visual diagnosis of the nasal cavity. In some cases, the doctor performs an MRI or CT scan of the nose, if plastic is needed after a mechanical injury.

Preparation for nose correction surgery

According to the recommendations of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the patient should avoid taking aspirin, herbal and anti-inflammatory drugs before surgery. This can impair blood clotting and cause postoperative complications. Smoking tobacco products is strictly prohibited, as exposure to nicotine slows down tissue healing.

In some highly specialized medical centers, a visualization of the future shape of the nose is created for the patient. This is done using special 3D modeling devices. So the patient can see the result of how the face will look after rhinoplasty.

Types of rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty operations are divided into two categories:

• Reconstructive – correction of the shape of the nose in case of congenital defects or to restore the shape after an injury;
• Revision – re-plasty of the nose. Doctors perform such an operation if the patient is not satisfied with the result of the previous rhinoplasty.

Depending on the method of operations, rhinoplasty can be:

• Closed. The surgeon can correct minor defects in the nose. After such a surgical intervention, no scars remain on the visible areas of the skin. The doctor performs closed rhinoplasty transnasally, that is, without external incisions, which reduces the manifestation of edema and hematomas.
• Open. A plastic surgeon performs surgery on the outside of the nose. This allows to correct significant defects, but at the same time traces of the operation remain on the skin. Swelling and bruising are more pronounced than with closed rhinoplasty, but they disappear over time. Postoperative scars can be removed with laser skin resurfacing.

Patients most often turn to plastic surgeons for such operations:

• Changing the length of the nose;
• Correction of the back of the nose;
• Reduction of the tip of the nose;
• Elimination of asymmetry of the nostrils;
• Correction of columella (septum between the nostrils);
• Alignment of the nasal septum (septoplasty).

How is the nose surgery performed

For rhinoplasty, the patient is put into a state of general anesthesia or operated on using local anesthesia. The duration of the procedure and the effect of anesthesia depend on the complexity of the case and the volume of surgery.

The doctor performs rhinoplasty with a closed or open method, which determines the peculiarity of the operation. When carrying out open plastic surgery of the nose, the doctor, after all the manipulations, sutures the external incisions with a surgical thread made of nylon. With the closed rhinoplasty method, internal sutures are applied using threads that dissolve over time.

After stitching the tissues, a special bandage is applied to the nose, and a brace is attached on top. Such a bandage has a fixing and protective function, and also reduces swelling. Silicone splints or special tampons are placed in the openings of the nostrils.

Patients who undergo rhinoplasty in order to straighten the deviated septum immediately notice a good effect – the quality of sleep and general well-being are improved. To make an appointment with a plastic surgery clinic, leave a request on the MedTour website.

Where is the best place to do rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty is not only an aesthetic solution to the problem, but also a surgical procedure. Therefore, it is important to approach the choice of a doctor and a medical institution with special care.

The best result can be guaranteed by specialized clinics and specialized departments of large medical complexes, in which professional plastic surgeons work. As a rule, such centers are equipped with everything necessary for diagnostics, modeling a nose on a computer screen and performing an operation.

TOP foreign plastic surgery clinics offer their patients comprehensive services. The package of medical care may include the cost of the flight, transfer, accommodation and meals, diagnostics, surgery and postoperative care with all medical consumables. Therefore, when planning a procedure for plastic surgery of the nose, it is necessary to take into account all the accompanying nuances.

Clinics of international level in plastic surgery

In terms of price-quality ratio, Turkish specialized institutions are considered the best clinics for nose plastic surgery. Medical centers in Turkey use modern techniques to correct the appearance. Leading plastic surgery specialists take on the most difficult cases.

Estetik International clinic 

The largest center for aesthetic surgery and cosmetology has offices in Istanbul, Izmir, Bursa and Ankara. The clinic’s doctors annually carry out more than 1,000 aesthetic surgeries for foreign patients. Estetik International employs doctors who are among the TOP-50 best specialists in the world in plastic surgery.

Plastic surgeons at the Estetik International clinic perform simple and complex rhinoplasty. Depending on the volume of the intervention, the procedure for correcting the nose lasts from 15 minutes to 1 hour.

Adem and Havva clinic

The hospital is located in the center of Istanbul. Adem and Havva provides a wide range of aesthetic services, including various types of rhinoplasty. The qualifications of the clinic’s specialists are marked by the quality certificate of the Turkish medical association.

Patients from 45 countries of the world prefer to go to the plastic surgeons Adem and Havva. The clinic provides a high level of medical care, accommodates patients in a 5-star hotel for the period of postoperative rehabilitation.

Multidisciplinary clinics in Turkey with plastic surgery departments

The largest medical centers in Turkey include plastic surgery departments. Among the most famous clinics are Medicana, LIV Hospital, Memorial, Anadolu and Medical Park. Medical complexes have all the necessary equipment for diagnostics, modeling the appearance of the nose and performing rhinoplasty operations. If necessary, foreign patients are provided with the services of a medical translator.

Foreign clinics trusted by domestic patients

Patients who want to undergo rhinoplasty often choose these foreign clinics. Full diagnostics are carried out here, including CT and laboratory tests. Clinic specialists create a 3D model to visualize the result.

The most popular plastic centers among medical tourists:

• JK Plastic Surgery – is the №1 plastic surgery clinic in South Korea for foreigners according to the KAHF (Korean Accreditation Program for Hospitals serving Foreign patients). Clinic staff work with foreign patients using the Premium Non-Stop system. The Russian-speaking coordinator organizes a meeting at the airport, a consultation with a surgeon, all examinations, surgery and rehabilitation as comfortably and quickly as possible for a patient from another country.
• FORME – the most famous plastic surgery clinic in the Czech Republic. It is very popular with US and UK patients. The clinic’s doctors specialize in combined operations – several aesthetic procedures in one session. Each plastic surgeon has performed over 1,000 successful operations. The clinic operates on the “All inclusive” system, which means a one-time payment for the entire range of services.
• View Plastic Surgery – a well-known South Korean clinic for face and body plastic surgery. Doctors perform up to 5 aesthetic surgeries in one session, which allows you to achieve complete transformation. The clinic is equipped with unique equipment, such as the Bone scalpel – an ultrasound machine that allows you to work with bone tissue without damaging blood vessels. Foreign patients are provided with a high-level service, which includes a Russian-speaking translator, free transfer and all stages of medical care.
• Clinic Lémanic – a Swiss clinic for aesthetic surgery. Lemanic received the Crystal Cup award as the “Best European Clinic for Aesthetic Medicine” and the IIPP prize “For the development of technologies in medicine and aesthetics.” All plastic surgery programs are designed in accordance with high international standards, which guarantees safety and the desired result for foreign patients.

MedTour coordinating doctors will be able to help you with the selection of the best clinic for rhinoplasty. Leave a message on the website to learn more about the benefits of plastic surgery centers abroad.

Recovery after rhinoplasty

A week after the operation, the doctor removes the bandage from the patient. To speed up the recovery process, the specialist will advise on postoperative home care. It is necessary to refrain from physical activity and sports for at least three weeks.

After plastic surgery, the patient will be worried about swelling and bruising for several weeks, which is the norm. Numbness of the tip of the nose is possible, which disappears after a few months. Therefore, the real effect can be assessed only half a year after surgery.

Photos before and after rhinoplasty

Here are examples of the work of plastic surgeons from the world’s most popular clinics. The photographs show how the face is transformed thanks to the nose correction.

The work of plastic surgeons from the Turkish clinic Estetik International.

The result of the rhinoplasty surgery at the JK clinic, South Korea.

The work of doctors from the Istanbul Aesthetic plastic surgery clinic.

How much does rhinoplasty cost

The cost of rhinoplasty surgery is influenced by the pricing of the clinic, the range of examinations and the total volume of surgical intervention. The final cost includes all stages:

• Consultation with a plastic surgeon;
• Diagnostics;
• Rhinoplasty;
• Postoperative care.

Examples of the cost of closed rhinoplasty in clinics around the world:

• Ukraine – from $2 000;
• Lithuania – from $2 600;
• Turkey – from $2 800;
• South Korea – from $3 200.

Prices for open rhinoplasty in various medical centers:

• Turkey – from $3 000;
• Lithuania – from $3 200.
• Ukraine – from $3 500.

To find out the cost of rhinoplasty in a specific plastic surgery clinic, leave a request on the MedTour website. The coordinating doctor will guide you on prices and make an appointment with the best specialist for the near future.

Published: 05.08.2021

Updated: 09.08.2021

Medical expert:

PhD. Olexandr Voznyak

Medical author:

Ilona Baidiuk

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Medical Doctor, oncologist, PHD student

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