Surgical vs. Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty

September 5th, 2017 | Posted in: Rhinoplasty | Tags: Rhinoplasty Beverly Hills

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Do you feel that your nose is too large, too wide, asymmetrical, or has an unattractive angle? Nose surgery can improve the size, shape, and overall appearance of your nose. Rhinoplasty can create a nose that will help to balance your facial features and improve your overall quality of life. Learn more about the different options for rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills here.

Surgical Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty, also known as nose reshaping or a nose job, is a cosmetic surgery that enhances the appearance of a patient. It can be performed in a variety of surgeries.

Functional Rhinoplasty

Nasal airway obstructions may be caused by several abnormalities that develop or that have been present since birth
Optimize the airways without altering the nasal contour
Relieve any nasal airway obstructions
Includes a unique procedure and techniques that are customized to the needs of each patient

Closed Rhinoplasty

Involves incisions placed within the nostrils
Modifications are made without lifting the skin and tissues
Provides limited access to underlying nasal structures
Results in no visible scarring
Accelerated recovery time
Recommended for most patients

Open Rhinoplasty

Involves an incision on the underside of the nose between the nostrils (on the columella)
Tissues are lifted in order to give access to the underlying nasal structures
Recommended for patients who require extensive modifications to the nasal tip

Revision Rhinoplasty

Corrects the results from a previous rhinoplasty procedure
Typically involves the open rhinoplasty technique
Often requires cartilage grafts from the ears, ribs, or septum in order to augment the nose

Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty

The nose is one of the most prominent features of the face. Many men and women who are unsatisfied with the appearance of their nose but do not want to undergo invasive plastic surgery may have the option of non-surgical rhinoplasty.

Non-surgical rhinoplasty is usually performed with hyaluronic acid injections or collagen-stimulating dermal fillers to augment the shape of the nose. Dermal fillers such as Juvederm, Restylane and Radiesse are the most common fillers used for the procedure. Botox is also used to temporarily freeze the muscles in order to diminish wrinkles around the nose. Non-surgical rhinoplasty will provide the following:

Involves the injection of dermal fillers and Botox
Can make minor corrections to certain nasal features, including small bumps and a hooked or crooked tip
Corrects contour deformities
No downtime needed for recovery
Results are visible immediately
Requires repeat treatments in order to maintain results

Non-surgical rhinoplasty is not recommended for patients who desire the following:

Long-lasting and intensive augmentations
Improving functional and nasal breathing issues
Reduction of large nasal size

Potential candidates who have major nasal deformities and who are seeking a significant alteration in the size or function of their nose may require nose surgery in order to resolve these issues. Your doctor will help you decide which procedure is best for your needs.

Reversibility

Non-surgical rhinoplasty has one of the best benefits which is reversibility. This procedure is reversible in a majority of cases. If for any reason, you are unsatisfied with the results of your non-surgical rhinoplasty, noninvasive injections can be given to immediately dissolve the hyaluronic acid fillers within the first 24 hours of the procedure. The effects of the dermal fillers and Botox will naturally dissolve after a few months of the initial procedure. Therefore, a patient does not need to undergo further injections if they do not want to.

Make Your Consultation for Rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills Today

Dr. Chiu possesses exceptional skills and experience with nose surgery. Many people in the Beverly Hills and Los Angeles area seek him for his surgical precision and consider him as the Best Surgeon in LA. He mastered techniques, and remarkable ability to consistently create natural-looking results. He utilizes his thorough understanding of the aesthetics of the nose and facial anatomy to develop a customized surgical plan to meet (and often exceed) the needs and expectations of his patients.

If you are unsatisfied with the current features of your nose and desire subtle changes for improvement then it may be time to contact the plastic surgeon Beverly Hills patients trust most. To learn more about surgical and non-surgical rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills, request a consultation here or call us at our office at (310) 888-8087.