Does the external appearance of the nose affect breathing?

Yes, in many cases pathologies in the external appearance of the nose cause nasal obstruction. In these cases, after the surgical manoeuvres performed to relieve the nasal obstruction, the external appearance of the nose also changes, and in these situations aesthetic changes become inevitable.

Should rhinoplasty be performed by otorhinolaryngology surgeons or by plastic surgeons?

Rhinoplasty can be performed by both otorhinolaryngology and plastic surgeons. Essentially, 2 factors are required. The surgeon performing the rhinoplasty must:

1. Have sufficient command of the intranasal structures, know how to correctly correct their pathologies, and, when needed, also correct other intranasal pathologies (rhinosinusitis, polyps, turbinate pathologies, etc.) in the same operation.
2. Have sufficient knowledge of aesthetic facial analysis and aesthetic nasal analysis, and deliver the desired aesthetic result to the patient.

Is there a seasonal difference for rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty can be performed in any season. Patients simply need to follow the doctor's season-specific advice.

Can rhinoplasty be performed earlier than the age of 18?

Yes, in special cases it can be performed.

Is rhinoplasty without packing possible?

Yes, in suitable patients Dr. Cabbarzade performs the operation without packing.

In which cases is a rhinoplasty considered successful?

1. It should not be sensed by the people around that the nose has undergone rhinoplasty. The nose should be natural, beautiful and in harmony with the face.
2. Because the main function of the nose is breathing, comfortable breathing must be ensured after the operation.

Is there pain after rhinoplasty?

When rhinoplasty is performed according to the appropriate principles, there is almost no pain at all.

Does the thickness of the nasal skin affect the result of rhinoplasty?

Yes, it does. The most suitable noses for rhinoplasty are those with skin of normal thickness. In noses with thin and thick skin, special manoeuvres are needed to achieve the desired result. To perform these manoeuvres, the surgeon must be sufficiently experienced.

Do insurance companies cover the cost of rhinoplasty?

The great majority of insurance companies do not cover rhinoplasty.

Is smoking harmful after rhinoplasty?

It is beneficial not to smoke for 1 month before and 1 month after rhinoplasty. Smoking impairs normal wound healing and has a negative effect on the healing process of the nose after surgery.

What is the upper age limit for rhinoplasty?

There is no upper age limit. If the patient's general condition is suitable and there is a functional or aesthetic indication for rhinoplasty, rhinoplasty can also be performed in older patients.

When a large nose is reduced with rhinoplasty, what happens to the excess nasal skin afterwards?

Because the skin is elastic, after a certain time it takes on the new shape of the nose.

Why are revision (repeat) operations after rhinoplasty more difficult than the first operation?

Revision operations are more difficult for several reasons:

  • Because the scar tissue formed after the previous operation is harder and more adherent, working on this tissue is more difficult than on the original tissue.
  • The original anatomical structures have been changed.
  • During rhinoplasty, cartilage is used to achieve certain changes. If the cartilage inside the nose was used in previous operations and there is not enough cartilage for the desired correction of the nose, in revision operations it may be necessary to take a piece of cartilage from the ear or the rib. When cartilage is taken from these areas in accordance with modern principles, the probability of complications is minimal. Your doctor will give you the necessary detailed information about this.
  • Revision operations must be performed by surgeons who have sufficient command of both the intranasal structures and aesthetic facial analysis and who have sufficient experience in the field of rhinoplasty.