Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) Risks and Benefits - What Plastic Surgery Patients Should Know

A person's nose is a big part of what makes that person who they are. Since the nose is located on the face, and is one of the first things other people see, this can greatly add to your self-confidence. Have you ever considered undergoing rhinoplasty (nose job) but wondered what the risks and benefits are? If so, read the following content below to learn more.

A patient can always expect swelling and bruising around the eyes and nose following rhinoplasty, but there are other problems that could occur as well. Infection is a serious health risk which could be life threatening if not treated properly. Your plastic surgeon should be providing you with preventative antibiotics to help reduce this risk. Bleeding is another serious risk that could be very dangerous if not treated, always speak to your surgeon about the amounts of blood you are losing to see if it’s normal or an abnormal affect of surgery. Some surgeons, like Dr. Turk, offer revision rhinoplasty for patient's who were not satisfied with the results of nose surgery performed by another surgeon.

Some patients develop skin problems, including skin necrosis, from the irritation of their tape and bandaging. Always change and be aware of your wounds after surgery, making sure that you follow your surgeon’s advice. Another risk to be aware of is that sometimes due to the smelling inside the nose, serious nasal blockage could occur.

One of the biggest benefits to having rhinoplasty surgery is to be able to have more confidence in yourself. People who grew up with noses way too large for their faces or noses that are not symmetrical really appreciate the difference this surgery makes.

Other types of rhinoplasty surgery that might benefit you include the ability to remove bumps, straighten the nose bridge, reshape the tip, increase or decrease the size of nostrils, open breathing passages, and to correct injury. Patients feel much more self-confident and actually become more outgoing. As long as you have clear and realistic expectations of the facial plastic surgery and make an informed decision, this procedure should be something to look forward to.