Individuals who are dissatisfied with their noses find it better to get a rhinoplasty, or a nose job. This is a procedure that improves the shape, width, and length of the nose, resulting to something that is more appropriate to that person’s profile. However there are unfortunate instances where the patient finds the result unsatisfactory. This leads to most having a secondary rhinoplasty done.

The process involved in a secondary rhinoplasty is quite similar to that of a primary rhinoplasty. However this time, the procedure may take a little bit longer. The purpose also differs in that the first rhinoplasty is done due to change the structure of the nose, but any succeeding are done for the purpose of revision.

Patients seek revision rhinoplasty when there is a complication resulting from the first procedure which affects the nose’s aesthetic and function. Reasons include asymmetry, an overdone or something less of what is expected, and even the incidence of scarring.

A revision rhinoplasty can also be done either as a closed or open procedure. A closed rhinoplasty is one where incisions are made inside the nostrils concealing any scars. An open procedure is called as such because incisions are made on edge of the nose where it meets the cheek.

A splint may be used in order to stabilize the nose in its new shape. It also serves as a division between your nasal passages for a better airway. The splint and the stitches can already be removed after a week.

The skin of the nose might still need to be separated from the cartilage and bones during the procedure in order to repair the area better.

As mentioned earlier, this procedure takes more time therefore most doctors use general anesthesia.

Of course, pain as always is inevitable after the operation. But you will still be prescribed with a pain medication. If you place a cold compress on the area, make sure that you do so very gently.

Post-operative instructions for secondary rhinoplasty still include the prevention of any strenuous activity to protect your nose from any contact. If you may have been a little lenient with your healing regimen, this time you should be very careful especially when cleaning or touching your nose. Any infection or irritation might lead to serious complications or misshapen results.

Other complications that are associated with secondary rhinoplasty include prolonged swelling, more scarring, asymmetry, rupture of small blood vessels, and the temporary loss of the sense of smell.

With these complications enumerated there is also a possibility that you might need another revision rhinoplasty. Some may do so because they are still unsatisfied with the outcome. You can have as many as 4 or 5 just as long as you don’t end up with a big lump of scar instead of a nose.

If you ask whether this procedure is covered by insurance, this depends now on your provider. But sometimes, there are some that cover a rhinoplasty procedure as long as it is done to correct deformities, and not those that are done for cosmetic purposes.

So if you want to avoid any problems with your nose job as much as possible, it is best for you to find a highly skilled and credible doctor. Don’t cut corners in looking for cheap ones but render shady results. Remember quality also needs some good amount of money and of course a good deal of searching.

If you don’t want to get a secondary, a third or a fifth revision rhinoplasty done, Advance Beauty Cosmetic Clinic is the place you can trust. Aside from the quality service, we also give the best corrective surgeries. For more information, you can check out our website at www.advancecosmetic.com or visti the clinic in Sydney and Melbourne Australia.

Dr. Ahnsup Andrew Kim believes that a successful cosmetic surgery has a lot to do with comprehensive communication between the surgeon and you. Dr. Kim is the director of Advance Beauty Cosmetic Clinic (http://www.advancecosmetic.com) in Sydney, Australia with branches at Canberra and Melbourne.

Author Bio: If you don’t want to get a secondary, a third or a fifth revision rhinoplasty done, Advance Beauty Cosmetic Clinic is the place you can trust. Aside from the quality service, we also give the best corrective surgeries. For more information, you can check out our website at www.advancecosmetic.com or visti the clinic in Sydney and Melbourne Australia.

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