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What Myths About Rhinoplasty

August 4th, 2009 Comments off

With being the second most popular plastic surgery procedure performed (according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons), nose surgery is moving from the realm of the rich and famous into the homes of regular people like you and me. Now that this procedure is more accessible than ever, it’s only that you will be exposed to a lot of information about it ?some true, some doubtful, some downright false. In this article, we’ll try to address some of the most popular misconceptions surrounding .

1. Every plastic surgeon can do a rhinoplasty surgery ?Technically, yes. Most plastic surgeons will have rhinoplasty on their list of performed procedures. However, that doesn‘t mean that every plastic surgeon can achieve good rhinoplasty results. Rhinoplasty is a challenging procedure, both from a medical and an artistic point of view. A plastic surgeon must have a thorough understanding of the internal anatomy of the nose and the workings of the respiratory system, so that the reshaped nose is not only aesthetically pleasing, but also fully functional. Since the nose is such a major factor in our face’s overall appearance, the plastic surgeon also needs to have a strong sense of artistry, to create a nose that fits beautifully with the rest of the patient’s face.

2. Rhinoplasty is motivated by vanity ?Despite the widely-held belief that people get nose surgery solely for cosmetic reasons, it’s not uncommon for this procedure to correct breathing problems (e.g. a septum deviation) in addition to enhancing the appearance of the nose. At the same time, it has been established that in patients who are unhappy with the appearance of their nose, having rhinoplasty may lead to a and emotional transformation that will enhance their self- and ultimately their quality of life. From this perspective, the effect of rhinoplasty is comparable more to a therapeutic than a selfish gratification for the patient’s vanity. Read more…