Rhinoplasty is a cosmetic surgery used to reshape, repair, and improve breathing through the nose. Nose reshaping, including augmentation, hump removal, and angle change between the nose and mouth, are our most common procedures at Somerset Plastic Surgery. These procedures can help to improve conditions, including a deviated septum, chronic sinusitis, and nasal trauma.
How Cosmetic Surgery Can Help
If you’re suffering from congestion, injury, or deformation from birth, cosmetic surgery like rhinoplasty addresses these issues. Generally an outpatient surgery, a rhinoplasty is performed under local or general anesthesia. Our surgeons perform the surgery from inside the nose or make an incision between the nostrils on the outside of the nose instead. This way, we can easily repair damage or reshape the nose. Here are six conditions addressed with rhinoplasty:
1. Deviated Septum
A deviated septum is when the cartilage and bone in your nose, called the septum, is off-center. This will block the airway in your nasal passage, causing dry mouth, trouble breathing, and disrupting your sleep pattern. A deviated septum might occur during early fetal development, an injury during birth, or from nasal trauma that damages your nose. With a rhinoplasty, we reshape the nasal septum and open up the passageways.
2. Nasal Trauma
Vehicle crashes and sporting accidents might cause injuries that damage your nose. The damage can include scars on the surface of your skin and deformation that will block your nasal passageways. Nose injuries could lead to problems like a deviated septum and cause chronic sinusitis. We’ll repair the damage caused, including straightening the nose and helping to reduce or eliminate scars.
3. Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic sinusitis, better known as chronic nasal congestion, happens when your sinuses become inflamed and swollen. This will cause symptoms like post-nasal drip, sore throat, and headaches. This condition may last for months if it is not treated quickly. We relieve the swelling with rhinoplasty, allowing proper drainage and breathing. Contact our team to learn more about the benefits of a rhinoplasty for chronic sinusitis.
4. Nasal Polyps
Nasal polyps are small growths inside the nasal cavity. Smaller polyps might not be noticeable, but they can get large enough to block your sinuses and cause congestion and mucus build-up. Our surgeons remove the polyps, which helps prevent long-term damage.
5. Nasal Asymmetry and Aesthetic Concerns
Sometimes the nose develops crooked or has humps which might lead to discomfort. The nose may develop moles, pits, and scars throughout your life. With the help of cosmetic surgery, we can narrow the nostril, remove humps, and repair the surface of the nose.
6. Cleft Palate or Lip
A cleft palate is a birth defect that leaves visible deformations on the lips that can mishape the nose and cause congestion. Cosmetic surgery repairs the deformation and helps minimize scarring. With rhinoplasty, we help reshape the nose to enhance aesthetics and open the nasal passageways to prevent congestion.
Evaluate the Benefits of Cosmetic Surgery for Your Nose
Rhinoplasties at Somerset Plastic Surgery often last one to two hours in our outpatient facility. Our doctors have years of experience with cosmetic surgery procedures to help you obtain the best results. If you have an emergency, we offer on-call services. Schedule an appointment today to determine if a rhinoplasty is the right choice for you.