Surgical Diagrams
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| | Rhinoplasty can be performed
to meet aesthetic goals or for reconstructive purposes- to correct birth defects
or breathing problems. | |
Incisions are made inside the nostrils or at the base of the nose, providing
access to the cartilage and bone, which can then be sculpted into shape. | |
The surgeon removes the nasal hump using a chisel or a rasp. Cartilage is trimmed
to reshape the tip of the nose. | | |
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| | The surgeon then brings
the nasal bones together to form a narrower bridge. | |
Trimming the septum improves the angle between the nose and upper lip. | |
If the nostrils are too wide, the surgeon can remove small wedges of skin from
their base, bringing them closer together. | | |
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| | To improve the nasal
airway, the shape and position of the septum may be altered. Or, the deviated
portion of the septum may be partially removed. | |
A nasal splint and packing is applied to help the bone and cartilage of the
nose maintain their new shape. | |
After surgery, the patient has a straighter bridge, a well defined nasal tip,
and an improved angle between the nose and upper lip. | |
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This is an artist's
rendering and does not represent actual patient results. Individual results may
vary.
Information on this page is not a substitute for medical consultation or advice. Please contact us to schedule an appointment to discuss the best treatments for you.
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