The nose is an aesthetically very important organ located in the center of the face, directly affecting the expression of the face with its shape and posture.
Thanks to the developing technology and medical applications that are renewed every day, the structure and deformities of the nose can now be eliminated. In the rhinoplasty operation, as a result of eliminating the defect in the nose with an aesthetic operation, the person can breathe in a healthier way and have the desired appearance. Rhinoplasty can be performed starting from the age of 16 in women and 18 in men. The rhinoplasty operation is performed under general anesthesia and takes approximately 2-3 hours.After the operation, a plaster splint is applied to the nose to help it maintain its new shape. To fix the septum, which is the partition that separates the two airways in the nose, pads are placed inside the nose. In the first week of the surgery, splints and tampons are removed under the control of your doctor.
Most rhinoplasty patients get up and walk within two days, and they can return to school or work that is not very tiring a week after surgery. Glasses should not be worn for 6 months after surgery. Sports with a ball (basket, volleyball, football) should be avoided for 3 months. It is recommended to stay away from activities such as swimming, Turkish bath, sauna for 3 months. The nose takes its full shape at the end of 6 months to 1 year.