Rhinoplasty in Cottonwood Heights, UT

Understanding Rhinoplasty: Comprehensive Nose Surgery

Rhinoplasty, commonly known as nose surgery, is a precise plastic surgery procedure designed to reshape, reduce, or augment the nose's appearance and function. At 22 Plastic Surgery in Cottonwood Heights, expert surgeons specialize in delivering natural-looking, transformative results.

Reasons for Rhinoplasty

Patients pursue rhinoplasty for various medical and cosmetic reasons, including:

• Correcting congenital birth defects
• Repairing nasal injuries
• Improving breathing functionality
• Enhancing facial symmetry
• Addressing sinus or septum issues

Comprehensive Rhinoplasty Goals

22 Plastic Surgery's rhinoplasty procedures aim to achieve multiple objectives through precise surgical techniques:

• Removing nasal humps
• Modifying nasal bridge contours
• Reshaping nose tip
• Resizing or restructuring nostrils
• Improving overall nasal proportions

Surgical Approach in Cottonwood Heights

Rhinoplasty at 22 Plastic Surgery involves meticulous modification of bone, skin, and cartilage. Surgeons utilize two primary techniques: closed rhinoplasty (incisions within nostrils) and open rhinoplasty (small incision across columella).

Candidate Considerations

Ideal rhinoplasty candidates in Cottonwood Heights typically include:

• Completed facial growth (females 15-16, males 17-18)
• Good overall health
• Non-smokers
• Realistic expectations about surgical outcomes

Recovery and Expectations

Post-surgical recovery involves careful management of bruising, swelling, and healing. Patients can usually return to regular activities within one week, though complete healing may take up to a year.

Potential Risks and Considerations

While complications are rare, potential risks include:

• Temporary breathing difficulties
• Minor bleeding
• Potential need for revision surgery

For more information about Rhinoplasty in Cottonwood Heights, UT, submit an enquiry to 22 Plastic Surgery.