Isolated plastic surgery of the wings and tip of the nose is performed quite infrequently.As a rule, it is included in the complex of rhinoplasty works.But in some cases, enhanced wings are the missing touch that can instantly improve the overall appearance.
Parameters of beautiful nasal wings
The wings of the nose are paired, symmetrically arranged cartilages that form the nasal passages.
The main parameters of harmoniously formed wings of the nose can be called symmetry and proportionality.When talking about the aesthetics of the olfactory organ, people usually refer to a flat back, a clean tip and a moderate projection (length) of the nose.The wings of the nose, because they occupy a small area, attract less attention.
The aesthetic configuration of the wings is very important!I can assume that a non-specialist in the field of facial aesthetics is not always able to identify where the "ugliness" of the nose lies.At first glance, not everything is bad, but some elements stand out from the well-designed design.Ugly wings are a touch that can destroy all the harmony conceived by nature.
They must be symmetrical and proportional to the entire external part of the respiratory organ!
Photo
The photo was taken immediately after a complex rhinoplasty, during which the wings of the nose were also worked on.
In which cases is surgery necessary?
Correction of the wings of the nose can be an isolated operation, that is, performed only on paired cartilages, or part of a complex for the correction of the nose and septum - rhinoseptoplasty.
Let's highlight the 3 most common wing defects that can be corrected surgically:
- Nostrils and wings too wide.
- Asymmetrical wings.We all naturally have asymmetry.This is fine.But in some cases the dissonance cannot be hidden.Therefore, wings of the nose that differ noticeably in size or location (higher or lower) can be entrusted to a plastic surgeon.
- Fleshy and thick nostrils.The cause may be thickening of the skin or excess cartilage tissue.
- Unsightly shape.
The listed defects on the wings of the nose cannot be corrected with filler injections!
How complicated is this operation?
If we compare the correction of the wings with plastic surgery of all parts of the external nose, of course, for the surgeon the first case is easier to perform.
"Simplicity" does not at all mean that it can be done without much effort or without sufficient experience.On the contrary, reducing the wings of the nose and forming a new configuration requires a careful approach and planning of your actions by a specialist.
I repeat: the wings are a small area, the work of which requires millimeter precision.
What anesthesia is used?
The issue of anesthesia during plastic surgery greatly worries patients.I would divide the public into two camps: those who are against general anesthesia and try to avoid it by any means, and those who strive to survive the intervention in a state of oblivion and are happy to fall into a medicated sleep.
Pay attention!
- if we perform an operation in combination with a complex rhinoplasty, general anesthesia will be required;
- If we are correcting only cartilage, then we can use intravenous sedation with local anesthesia.
Preparing for surgery
The amount of preoperative preparation depends on the type of procedure.For rhinoplasty under general anesthesia, we will need a thorough investigation.
Tests to perform
- Clinical blood test;
- Biochemical blood test (total protein, urea, creatinine, bilirubin (total), ALT, AST, glucose, potassium, sodium);
- Coagulogram (INR, prothrombin, bleeding time, clotting time);
- Blood test for RW (syphilis), HIV;
- Hbc;
- Antigen+anti HCV (hepatitis B, C);
- Blood type, Rh factor;
- General urine test;
- ECG (electrocardiogram) with interpretation;
- CT scan of the nose.
For isolated nostril surgery, you will undergo slightly fewer tests.
The day of surgery
The patient comes to the clinic on an empty stomach (if it is a complex rhinoplasty) or after a light morning (nose surgery under intravenous sedation).
After standard organizational measures for signing the contract, payment, etc., consultations with specialists follow.It is mandatory to collect a history from an anesthesiologist and, of course, another meeting with the operating surgeon.
After surgery for a complex correction of the nose under general anesthesia, the patient is admitted to the recovery room, where his condition is carefully monitored.
Once the wings are sutured, the patient goes home a few hours later.
How is the rehabilitation going?
Rehabilitation after rhinoseptoplasty and nasal surgery are significantly different.
If only the wings were corrected, you are the lucky one who does not need complex structures on the face (for example, a splint).The doctor seals the correction area with special strips.This has virtually no effect on your quality of life and well-being.
Once you get home, you can return to your normal lifestyle with minimal adjustments.
Sutures after wing surgery.
By reducing the nostrils, the seams face outwards.After 6 to 7 days, the doctor removes the threads.For some time the traces of the intervention will be noticeable.But after a few months you will forget about them, as long as proper care is taken.
Rules for scar treatment:
- After removing the sutures, if necessary, apply a bandage/plaster to the wound, which can be removed after a day and then, as a rule, it is not necessary to cover the wound with a bandage or plaster.
- On the day of suture removal, do not wet the wound to ensure that the holes are closed.
- The healing wound remains tender for several more weeks: protect the wound area from external damage and avoid rubbing it with tight clothing.If you want, you can keep the wound covered with a bandage or cast.
Rhinoplasty, price
The cost of rhinoplasty will depend on the nature of the aesthetic defect that needs to be corrected, the complexity and volume of the upcoming procedure.For your information, we present in the table the estimated cost for different types of surgical interventions.You will be able to know the final cost of the service only after an in-person consultation.