It can be pretty remarkable the change that can take place simply by altering the shape of the nose. A slight adjustment of the contour, a removal of an unsightly bump, and you can look much different. Yet the nose is a very delicate part of the body after surgery is performed, and corrective surgery following an initial rhinoplasty may be required. The team at our Scottsdale plastic surgery office can discuss revision rhinoplasty in more detail during a visit, but let’s take a moment to go over the basics right now so you understand what to expect.
About Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)
A rhinoplasty is performed in order to alter the size, shape, and appearance of the nose. It can also be performed in order to adjust the internal structures of the nose, such as the nasal cavity and the nasal passages. This latter use of rhinoplasty is for addressing respiratory issues and, sometimes, sleep apnea.
What is revision rhinoplasty?
Revision rhinoplasty refers to a corrective facial plastic surgery. It is a second surgery done after an initial rhinoplasty. Revision surgeries can also be performed for other plastic surgeries as well in order to improve results.
Why is revision rhinoplasty performed?
Revision rhinoplasty can be performed for both aesthetic reasons and medically necessary reasons. When you visit our plastic surgery center in Scottsdale, we will assess your situation and help you achieve your aesthetic goals and make sure that your nose is in good shape.
Medically Necessary Reasons for Rhinoplasty Revision
Infection is a potential complication that patients may experience after any surgery. If there is an infection following a rhinoplasty, a secondary surgery may be required if the infection is severe. In addition, if the surgery results complications that obstruct or affect the nasal passages, a secondary surgery will need to be considered sop that patients can breathe normally again.
Accidents and injuries sustained while recovering from an initial rhinoplasty may also necessitate a second rhinoplasty being performed. Falls, accidental contact to the nose, and even sleeping on your side may contribute to such problems.
Aesthetic Reasons for Rhinoplasty
The nose is extremely delicate after a person undergoes a Scottsdale rhinoplasty. So delicate, in fact, that even wearing eye glasses or sunglasses after rhinoplasty can affect the appearance of your nose. With that in mind, minor contact with the nose or pressure on the nose can warp the appearance to some degree during the healing period. If this occurs, it’s important that patients undergo a secondary surgery to the achieve the results that they initially desired.
Considering Your Options
You should never have to put up with sub par surgery results. If you have either an aesthetic issue following rhinoplasty or a medical problem following rhinoplasty, be sure to schedule a consultation with our team to learn more about your treatment options. We will help you out each step of the way, and let you know what to expect going forward.
Learn More About Facial Plastic Surgery
For more information about rhinoplasty as well as secondary/corrective rhinoplasty, contact our Scottsdale, AZ facial plastic surgery center today. Our entire team looks forward to discussing these matters with you in greater detail so that you can make the best possible decision about your aesthetic needs and goals.
