Rhinoplasty, commonly known as a nose job, is a surgical procedure used to change the shape, proportions or certain functional aspects of the nose.
For international patients considering rhinoplasty in Turkey, the decision involves more than choosing a desired appearance. Facial proportions, nasal anatomy, breathing function, surgical planning and recovery all need to be considered.
What Is Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty involves reshaping the bone, cartilage or soft tissues of the nose according to the patient’s anatomy and treatment goals.
Depending on the individual case, surgery may address concerns such as:
- A prominent nasal hump
- Nasal width or asymmetry
- The shape or projection of the nasal tip
- Previous nasal trauma
- Certain structural problems affecting breathing
There is no single nose shape that is appropriate for every patient. Surgical planning should consider the relationship between the nose and the rest of the face.
Rhinoplasty may be performed for aesthetic reasons, functional reasons or a combination of both.
Aesthetic rhinoplasty focuses on changing the appearance and proportions of the nose.
The surgeon may evaluate the nose from several angles and examine factors including skin thickness, cartilage structure, nasal bones and breathing function.
Successful rhinoplasty planning is not about giving every patient the same nose. The aim is to develop a surgical plan that considers the patient’s individual anatomy, facial proportions and expectations.
MYK Healthroutes Medical Team
What Happens During Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty is generally performed under general anaesthesia.
Depending on the technique and the changes required, the surgeon reshapes the underlying bone and cartilage structures. An open or closed surgical approach may be selected according to the individual case.
A nasal splint may be placed after surgery to support the nose during the initial healing period.
