What is special about a nose job?
Undoubtedly rhinoplasty (or a nose job) is a procedure that is very popular. Chances are that when you look into the mirror you find something wrong with it. So don’t be surprised if you or a loved one wants to go under the knife for a nose reshaping procedure. Here are a few things to keep in mind.
So how challenging is rhinoplasty compared to other plastic surgery procedures?
“Rhinoplasty demands a very unique combination of technical and artistic skills,†says San Francisco plastic surgeon Davind Kahn. “Unlike a procedure like liposuction, which is about removing fat and skin, rhinoplasty is not just about reducing proportions, it’s about modeling them by sculpting bones, skin and cartilages.†Getting this process right requires not just technical skills, but real artistry on the part of the surgeon — a very demanding combination, which makes rhinoplasty one of the most challenging and difficult to learn cosmetic procedures.
It takes a lot of practice and training for a surgeon to develop his or her aesthetics and learn to create a natural-looking nose, that’s both beautiful, functional and in harmony with the patient’s facial features. Even when following precise rules of facial symmetry, the technical expertise and innate artistic abilities of a surgeon will greatly influence the final rhinoplasty results.
If done right, rhinoplasty can be a highly rewarding procedure, since it enhances the attractiveness of not only the nose, but of the entire face, which can dramatically increase a patient’s self-esteem. Dr. Kahn recalls a particularly fulfilling experience: “I had this patient who told me he was so embarrassed with his nose, that every time he approached an intersection or group of people, he would put his hand to his face, so that nobody could see his profile. After his rhinoplasty surgery, his embarrassment disappeared and he said he was able to walk down the street with a confidence he never thought possible.â€
Dr. Kahn points out that, similarly to any other cosmetic surgery procedure, rhinoplasty has certain limitations related to a person’s anatomy. One of the factors is the thickness of a person’s nasal skin, which determines how small and delicate a nose can look.
How do you find a great rhinoplasty surgeon?
Do your research on the web, find out more about surgeons in your area, look at before/after photos, read what people are saying in the plastic surgery forums, and finally, ask your friends and family members if they can recommend someone. Remember that anyone can go to to school and graduate but experience is what matters here.
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