Rhinoplasty with functional and aesthetic planning
Rhinoplasty reshapes the nose while considering facial balance, nasal support and breathing function. A good plan begins with medical history, airway evaluation, skin thickness, facial proportions and realistic expectations.
Open or closed technique selection depends on the complexity of the correction, anatomy and surgeon assessment.
Who may be suitable?
- Patients with aesthetic concerns about nose shape, size, bridge, tip or symmetry.
- Patients with breathing difficulty related to structural nasal problems.
- Patients seeking revision planning after trauma or previous surgery.
Who may need extra caution?
- Patients with uncontrolled medical conditions or unrealistic expectations.
- Patients who smoke heavily or cannot follow recovery instructions.
- Patients whose breathing problem requires additional ENT evaluation before aesthetic planning.
Consultation, surgery and recovery
| Stage | What patients should know |
|---|---|
| Consultation | Expectations, breathing, photos and medical history are reviewed. |
| Planning | Facial balance, nasal support and surgical approach are discussed. |
| Surgery | The procedure is generally performed under anesthesia in a clinical setting. |
| Recovery | Bruising and swelling improve gradually. Final refinement can take months. |
Rhinoplasty is surgery. Bleeding, infection, breathing changes, asymmetry, revision need and anesthesia-related risks should be discussed before treatment.