Certain noses allow scars to be hidden inside the nasal cavity. In these cases, there will be no visible scar. In other cases, however, there are slightly visible external scars as a consequence of incisions made on the columella or nasal wings to better harmonize the result or even the nasal physiology.

Each patient behaves differently regarding scar evolution, and in the specific case of the nose, they generally become imperceptible. However, certain patients may have a tendency to unsightly scarring (hypertrophic or keloid). This fact should be discussed in the initial consultation, as well as your family characteristics. People with fair skin tend to develop less of this type of scarring.

Various clinical and surgical resources allow us to improve such unsightly scars at the appropriate time. Hypertrophic or keloid scars should not be confused with the normal scarring evolution, which should be clarified during your postoperative follow-ups when the phase you are in can be assessed.

No. There is an aesthetic balance between the nose and the face, which the surgeon must observe to preserve the authenticity and naturalness of the face. The quality of the nasal skin may also influence the prognosis of the desired result. Each case is studied to provide the nose with the best possible shape within the face’s requirements. If your choice coincides with the planned nose type, your wish will undoubtedly be fulfilled. Surgeon and patient must agree on the possible result to be obtained. Furthermore, the nose has numerous functions, including breathing and smelling, which must be respected.

No. Various phases characterize the postoperative period of the nose. Thus, in the first phase (right after removing the immobilizing dressing, around the 7th day), despite correcting several aesthetic defects in the original nose, we notice swelling that decreases over time and tends to normalize around 6 to 12 months. Some patients achieve the definitive result a little earlier, while others exceed this period. The persistence or not of transient swelling for a longer period than normal generally does not interfere with the final result.

Rhinoplasty aims to improve aesthetic conditions and, when necessary, correct some respiratory alterations of the patient when these conditions are precarious in the original nose. There may be significant respiratory difficulty at certain times of the day in the immediate postoperative period. Over time, it tends to normalize. When septum correction is necessary, rhinoplasty can be performed simultaneously.

The action of surgery on this symptom is unpredictable. The important thing is to try to preserve respiratory functions as much as possible in rhinoplasty.

Both local anesthesia with sedation and general anesthesia can be used. It is up to the surgical team to indicate the most convenient one.

Around 4 hours. In some cases, this time is exceeded. However, the surgical procedure time should not be confused with the patient’s time in the surgical center environment, as this stay also involves the anesthesia preparation period and postoperative recovery. Your doctor can inform you about the total time.