Rhinoplasty Technology Increases Patient Satisfaction But Doesn’t Decrease Need for Preparation
Posted by admin on April 6, 2011
Rhinoplasty (nose surgery) is one of the most well-known facial plastic surgery procedures. Despite its popularity, rhinoplasty remains one of the most complex facial cosmetic procedures for surgeons because you must maintain functionality while improving aesthetics. Successfully performing rhinoplasty requires an extensive knowledge of facial anatomy as well as a keen eye for overall shape and proportion.
Since I began performing rhinoplasty at Atlanta Plastic Surgery in 1989, there have been many plastic surgery technology advancements including: pre-procedure imaging, new reconstruction techniques that utilize a patient’s own biological components, and improved anesthetic methods. The application of surgical aids like these is exciting; however, the importance of approaching any cosmetic surgery with due caution remains.
According to the Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery, pre-op imaging for initial and revisionary rhinoplasty was deemed helpful by both surgeon and patient after 38 rhinoplasty patients were surveyed over the six months following their procedures. This information, coupled with the fact that revisionary plastic surgery procedures are increasing, reiterates the importance of maintaining appropriate plastic surgery expectations. Understanding what can and cannot be physically accomplished with surgery is the first step to ensuring you’re as satisfied as possible with your rhinoplasty (nose surgery) results.
Even though there is an ever-expanding menu of techniques and tools for nose surgery, it’s still imperative that you research any prospective plastic surgeon thoroughly before you consent to surgery. Make sure you see the surgeon’s previous rhinoplasty results and that you know he or she is a board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon. To learn more about the other facial plastic surgery procedures I offer, visit my website and join me on Facebook and Twitter to discuss plastic surgery news as it develops.
