FACE PROCEDURES
Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty, sometimes referred to as a “nose job” or “nose reshaping” by patients, enhances facial harmony and the proportions of your nose. It can also correct impaired breathing caused by structural defects in the nose. A rhinoplasty can treat nose size in relation to facial balance, width at the bridge or in the size and position of the nostrils, visible humps or depressions on the bridge. It can also improve the nasal tip that is enlarged or bulbous, drooping, upturned or hooked, nostrils that are large, wide or upturned, and restore nasal asymmetry.
At a Glance
CANDIDATE
• Your facial growth is complete
• You are physically healthy
• You have a positive outlook and realistic goals in mind for the improvement of your appearance
PROCEDURE
Rhinoplasty, sometimes referred to as a “nose job” or “nose reshaping” by patients, enhances facial harmony and the proportions of your nose. It can also correct impaired breathing caused by structural defects in the nose.
LENGTH OF PROCEDURE
4 hours
Anesthesia
General anesthesia
RECOVERY
You will have several follow-up appointments. The first appointment is at one week after surgery where your health, recovery, and wounds will be assessed, and sutures removed. A subsequent appointment is usually scheduled for one or two weeks later as needed.
DOWNTIME
Avoid any vigorous physical activity, exercise, running, etc. for the first three weeks after surgery.
Procedure Planning
A pre-surgical visit with Dr. Wages will be scheduled 2 weeks before your rhinoplasty surgery to finalize your measurements, review the procedure, complete all paperwork, and get you ready for your surgery which will be performed on an outpatient basis. You will come in the day before your surgery for final markings. If you smoke it is important to quit as smoking affects the healing process.
Experience
You will be guided from initial contact by our team with specific information about your procedure. When we schedule a rhinoplasty consultation, you will be sent information to read before you meet Dr. Wages. Your consultation includes a comprehensive, thorough examination with bio-dimensional measurements, and a review of the procedure and recovery. We work with you in a team approach to help you achieve your desired outcome.
Recovery
Take it easy the first 24 hours after your rhinoplasty surgery. You will be given specific post-operative instructions by Dr. Wages to follow to ensure a safe and speedy recovery. Immediately after surgery your healing begins, and in the days and weeks to follow your will see your results emerge. You can expect continuous improvement with your full healing in 6-12 months.