Rhinoplasty Surgery In Bangalore

Overview - A flawlessly sculptured nose is a gift to enhance your facial contour and harmony. Not everyone is adorned with one, but they definitely have a choice to opt for Rhinoplasty Surgery and get a nose that's carved perfectly according to their face. It also corrects problems with breathing caused by nose structural flaws. If you’re looking for rhinoplasty surgery in Bangalore, look no further! Dr. Sandhya Balasubramanyan is one of the best nose plastic surgeons to consult with.

Rhinoplasty, nose job, or nose reshaping surgery are all terms used to describe procedures done to reshape and resize the nose or to treat a functional breathing problem of the nose. It is one of the most common plastic surgeries done by people all over the world. Moreover, if you wish to get an effective rhinoplasty and seek rhinoplasty surgery in Bangalore or nearby areas, you can consult our expert surgeon, Dr. Sandhya Balasubramanyan.

Rhinoplasty/nose job is done for :

Nasal asymmetry or readjustment of nose size for facial balance and a pleasant look
Dorsal hump reduction or flat nose height increase
Correction of nasal tips that are upturned, drooping, bulbous/ boxy.
Nostril flare correction./ broad lower nose
Correction of breathing problems in deviated septum.- crooked nose
Reduction of nasal width at its bridge

Girls more than 16 years old and boys 18 years old can undergo rhinoplasty as facial development is complete

Preparing for the surgery and initial consultation

Once you have decided on getting nose surgery done, the next step is to find the right Plastic surgeon. Make sure to choose a surgeon with expertise and experience in rhinoplasty procedures. Choose a surgeon who has a passion for the procedure and strives for excellence. It is important to take your time to decide on the rhinoplasty surgeon because the revision rhinoplasty rate is 10-20% and it is a difficult procedure

A thorough consultation with the surgeon is the most important factor that helps us provide the best rhinoplasty surgery in Bangalore. During your consultation with Dr. Sandhya Balasubramanyan for the rhinoplasty surgery, you will be discussing about:-

Your concerns about the nose shape and size- which part of the nose bothers you the most
Your rhinoplasty goals and what can be achieved realistically
Medical history and any medications you take
Options available for nose reshaping including nonsurgical rhinoplasty

Photographs would be taken and computer simulation of the probable postoperative results
Explanation of the surgical procedure, the postoperative care, and expected outcome timelines.
blood investigations are needed and a CT scan of the nose if you have a functional breathing problem

The following are the good candidates for rhinoplasty:

Good candidates are adults who have completed facial growth and have realistic expectations. People with overall good health and nonsmokers fall in the category of good candidates.
You will be advised to stop taking blood thinners or any herbal supplements that thin the blood at least 1 week in advance.
You will be advised to meet an anaesthetist in case the surgery is under general anaesthesia.

Procedure for Rhinoplasty Surgery

Rhinoplasty surgery is a multi-step procedure. Rhinoplasty is often done using local anaesthesia if the correction is minor or general anaesthesia for total rhinoplasty. It is a day-care procedure but at times may require an overnight observation and stay in the hospital.

Rhinoplasty is performed either using a closed procedure, where incisions are hidden inside the nose, or an open procedure, where an incision is made across the columella, the narrow strip of tissue that separates the two nostrils. Skin is gently raised allowing access to the underlying bone and cartilage. An overly large nose may be reduced by removing bone or cartilage. Sometimes surgery of the nose may require the addition of cartilage grafts. These cartilage are taken from septum, and occasionally from ear or ribs. If the septum is deviated, it can be straightened and projections inside the nose reduced to improve breathing.

Skin is re-draped over the nose and incisions are closed. A splint is placed to conform to the new shape. A nasal pack may be inserted in your nostrils for 24 hours to control bleeding. These steps followed assist us in providing the best and the most effective rhinoplasty surgery in Bangalore.

Recovery and After care

The following tips would help you in recovery after rhinoplasty-

Use of cold compresses help reduce swelling, pain and bleeding
2 pillows to keep the head elevated for 1 week after surgery
No strenuous activities for four weeks
Cleaning the nostrils with saline tipped buds and apply antiseptic cream along suture line
Nasal decongestant drops
Hot foods to be avoided for a week
Medicines as prescribed by the surgeon
Sneeze should be channeled through the mouth for 7-10 days
Sun exposure to be avoided

Mild bruises and swelling around the eyes are common after rhinoplasty. Sutures are removed after 1 week, and the splint is maintained for 10-14 days. Nasal tip swelling takes a few weeks to resolve to give the final result of a sculpted nose. Dr Sandhya would advise you to start the nasal taping for tip edema or swelling starting 2 weeks after surgery and continuing it for 6 weeks post-surgery at night.

You can start your work 1- 2 weeks after surgery once the swelling subsides on the nose.

Strenuous activity like gym workouts, sports and running is to be withheld for 4-6 weeks atleast.

Rhinoplasty Surgery in Bangalore | Recovery After Rhinoplasty

Risks and complications

Though the risks associated with a nose job surgery are very minor, you need to be aware of it. Here are a list of possible side effects of rhinoplasty:

Mild bruising and swelling which lasts for 2 weeks
The scar along the lower base of the nose which fades over time
Poor healing, asymmetries due to residual skin swelling, and nasal obstruction and infection are rare
Possible repeat surgery- revision rhinoplasty in 10-20%

Rhinoplasty Surgery in Bangalore | Types of Rhinoplasty

Revision Rhinoplasty

This is a surgical procedure done to correct any residual asymmetries or deformities after your first rhinoplasty.

You can seek a revision rhinoplasty for the following reasons

Tip asymmetry or unfavorable aesthetics of tip
Residual deviation which needs full correction and septum reconstruction
Asymmetric ala or nostril
Residual hump

Dr Sandhya is an expert in revision rhinoplasty. She would advise you to be cautious before deciding on the procedure because nose reshaping after primary surgery takes 6 months to 1 year. Ideally, it would be best to wait for a year before opting for this procedure. Discuss all the options thoroughly before going ahead with a revision surgery. Caution be noted in individuals with thicker sebaceous skin wherein the results of nose job are suboptimal. In these individuals, revision surgery can sometimes increase the tip oedema.

Non Surgical rhinoplasty / Liquid rhinoplasty

It is an outpatient injectable procedure whereby dermal fillers are injected into specific areas of the nose to bring the desired effect. It is a temporary procedure and results last for 1 to 1.5 years. It can be done if you want to:

Add volume to the nose
To correct the tip and give it more projection- in under under-projected nose
Camouflage humps on the nose
Correct deviated nose appearance

Non-surgical nose job is an excellent method to make minor changes on the nose and find out how it would look on your face. If you want long-lasting results from a nose job, surgical rhinoplasty is better.

A numbing cream is initially applied on the nose 45 minutes before the procedure. Prefilled syringes of hyaluronic acid are injected in specific areas. Mild bruising and swelling can appear which lasts only for a day or two. A gentle Cold compress is recommended. The advantages of nonsurgical rhinoplasty include - no downtime, faster recovery, no scarring, immediate results, and reversible changes. Non-surgical rhinoplasty is not recommended if you are looking for permanent results, have autoimmune diseases or allergies to components of fillers, or have bleeding disorders.

If you’re considering getting the best Rhinoplasty surgery in Bangalore, then Dr. Sandhya Balasubramanyan is one of the best choices you have. She is not only the best nose job plastic surgeon but is also one of the most promising professionals in India. Before giving a solution, Dr.Sandhya heeds and comprehends every concern of the patients, answers the queries and with an algorithmic approach, provides them with the best solution.