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Candidatos ideales para la rinoplastia

La rinoplastia es ideal para los pacientes que buscan mejorar su apariencia general o tratar los problemas respiratorios causados por problemas estructurales que interrumpen el flujo de aire. Independientemente del motivo de la cirugía, es importante asegurarse de que la nariz esté completamente desarrollada para garantizar resultados óptimos. Los candidatos ideales han llegado a mediados o finales de la adolescencia y se preocupan por lo siguiente:

• Una nariz demasiado grande o pequeña para la cara
• Un puente nasal con una protuberancia (joroba dorsal)
• Nariz anormalmente ancha
• Una punta nasal protuberante, demasiado grande, bulbosa o inclinada
• Fosas nasales ensanchadas o pellizcadas
• Una estructura nasal torcida o asimétrica
• Problemas respiratorios frecuentes
• Una desviación del tabique nasal causada por una lesión o por factores genéticos

Los candidatos ideales también gozan de buena salud general y tienen expectativas realistas. Durante su consulta inicial, nuestro equipo considerará sus necesidades para determinar si la rinoplastia es adecuada para usted y desarrollará un plan de tratamiento personalizado para ayudarlo a alcanzar sus objetivos estéticos.

Qué esperar durante la rinoplastia

Rhinoplasty is most often performed using either an open or closed technique. In an open rhinoplasty, a small incision is made across the tissue between the nostrils, allowing your surgeon greater visibility and precision in reshaping the nasal structures. Closed rhinoplasty involves making incisions within the nostrils, resulting in no visible scarring. The choice of technique depends on your exact goals and the complexity of the required adjustments.

Rhinoplasty is most often performed under general anesthesia, so you'll be asleep, comfortable and pain-free throughout the surgery. Surgery generally takes between one to three hours to complete, although this may vary based on the specific changes being made. During the procedure, your surgeon will carefully reshape the bone and cartilage of the nose to achieve your desired results. If septoplasty is also being performed to correct a deviated septum, this will be done simultaneously to improve both the appearance and function of your nose.

After surgery, you'll be monitored in a recovery area for a short time as the effects of the anesthesia wear off. You’ll be able to go home the same day, but you will need someone to drive you. Your surgeon will provide you with detailed aftercare instructions to ensure a smooth and successful recovery.

Recuperación de la rinoplastia

The first week of recovery is a crucial time after your rhinoplasty. You will need to be very gentle to avoid harming your new nasal structure and interrupting the healing process. We recommend wearing buttoned shirts that don’t need to be pulled over the face, sleeping with your head elevated, eating soft foods, taking baths rather than showers, and avoiding blowing your nose.

You’ll also need to carefully change your gauze dressings as directed by your surgeon.

In the first few weeks of your recovery, it’s normal to experience swelling, bruising and stuffiness. Though not the most comfortable (comparable to what it feels like when you have a cold), these effects are temporary, and you will see them subside as you heal. The day after your surgery, you’ll return to the office for your first post-op appointment, then again a week later to have your dressings removed and your nose evaluated to ensure that you’re healing properly. This is also a good opportunity to address any questions or concerns you may have!