Explore the types and side effects of nose jobs, what are they?

Of the various types of plastic surgery, maybe you are quite familiar with nose surgery. Whether it is aimed at sharpening the nose, repairing congenital nasal bone deformities that cause breathing difficulties, or even repairing a damaged nose after an accident.

But before deciding to do nose surgery, have you understood the types and side effects that may be caused? Check out the full review below.

Types of nose surgery

Operations to improve nasal function are not always the same, some of the types include:

Turbinoplasty

Turbinoplasty is a surgical procedure that aims to cut or remove the turbinate bone from the nasal cavity. Turbinate is actually a part of the nose with a function to humidify and warm the incoming air.

However, the turbinate can become enlarged, blocking the respiratory tract. Turbinate cutting surgery will improve breathing flow.

Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is a nose job that is usually performed for aesthetic reasons, to improve appearance, or because of breathing problems. The method can be in the form of changing the shape of the nose, modifying the nasal bones, narrowing or enlarging the nostrils, and so on.

Septoplasty

Septoplasty is a surgical procedure to correct nasal septal deviation, which is when the wall dividing the nasal cavity into two parts is shifted from its diameter. A deviated septum condition can block one side of the nose, so that later it will interfere with the incoming air flow.

Rhinosseptoplasty

Rhinosseptoplasty is an operation that is performed when the nasal septal deviation is too severe. In other words, it is not enough to treat it with septoplasty nose surgery alone.

What are the side effects of nose jobs?

Basically all operations have risks attached to them. However, the side effects of nose surgery may differ from the risks and side effects of other types of surgery, depending on which part of the body is being repaired.

Well, for the nose job itself, some of the risks that may occur are:

• Nasal congestion, so you will have a little trouble breathing
• Nose numbness
• Excessive bleeding
• The shape of the nose is not straight (asymmetrical), it will only improve in the future
• There is an incision scar on the nose
• Pain, swelling, and bruising around the nose
• Negative reaction to anesthetic (anesthesia)
• A hole appears in the septum (the wall between the nostrils)
• Nerve damage
• Further surgery is needed, if there are still problems with nasal function

Before agreeing to do a nose correction, the doctor will usually explain in detail the risks and side effects that may occur afterward.

The results of plastic surgery may or may not be what you want. We recommend that you consult your doctor immediately if you have any complaints after nose surgery.

How is the healing process after this operation is over?

The doctor may place a type of metal together with the bandage that covers the nose. The goal is to help maintain the shape of the nose until it is completely healed. You are also not recommended to be in a crowd that risks tripping or squeezing your nose.

If bleeding occurs, you should rest with your head elevated so as to prevent swelling and blood from flowing downward. This condition will usually last about a week after surgery.

For three to six weeks after surgery, you will be asked to avoid activities that harm your nose. Starting from chewing too hard, brushing your teeth too hard, to laughing or doing other facial expressions that require a lot of movement.

Also, make sure not to wear glasses for a while as the nose function has not fully improved. It's best to discuss further with your doctor to find out what activities you can and shouldn't do for a while during the recovery period.