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Everyone dreams of being beautiful! They purchase their dream by going after various cosmetic surgeries. However, some people, for several reasons, might hesitate toward the decision of undergoing a surgery. Those people seek non-surgical alternatives hoping that they get the results they dream of. This article answers some of the questions about non-surgical rhinoplasty: What are the nonsurgical procedures of rhinoplasty? Can they really substitute surgery? Please continue reading to be more informed about non-surgical rhinoplasty procedures.
General facts:
- The most famous nonsurgical rhinoplasty is dermal filler nose job also called liquid nose job.
- Liquid nose job is only suitable for people with small nasal bumps and slightly droopy tips.
- Laser rhinoplasty is only suitable for people with small noses and small curves on them.
- Ultrasonic rhinoplasty can deal only with simple deformities and modify the curves of the nose.
- Nonsurgical techniques for nose job are more affordable than traditional rhinoplasty but offer temporary results compared with the permanent results of surgical nose job.
What is nonsurgical rhinoplasty?
Non-surgical nose job is a new invention in the field of cosmetic procedures. It is called 15-minute nose job. This type of procedures has given the chance to make changes to the shape of the nose without skin cuts or incisions and at a short period of time. So, instead of being under the knife, all it takes is a sting, laser pulses, or ultrasounds.
There are three main types of nonsurgical nose job, which we discuss in the following sections.
Injectable fillers – liquid nose job
Liquid nose job is an injectable filler that changes the shape of the nose for 6 months.
This method is used for filling the empty space in the nose to hide the bumps caused by the deviated septum and making the nose angular.
Who are the candidates for liquid nose job?
People resort to liquid nose jobs for several reasons such as:
- They have small nasal bumps and slightly droopy tips.
- They fear anesthesia complications.
- They are hesitant about undergoing a permanent surgery.
- They are concerned about the insecurities, risks, and results of the traditional surgery.
How to prepare for liquid rhinoplasty?
There are different materials used as injectable fillers. The instructions are given by the doctor according to the utilized filler. However, the following preparations are general:
- Inform the doctor if you are on any type of medication.
- If you are using any blood thinners, you need to stop using them for 10 days before the procedure.
- Avoid aspirin, and anti-inflammatory medications.
- Increase your vitamin k levels to reduce the occurrence of bruises.
- Drink enough water and eat before the procedure. Do not eat too much or you will feel nauseous.
How does liquid nose job work?
It is performed in an outpatient clinic. First, the patient lies down. The doctor cleans and sanitizes the surface of the nose. Then, a thin needle is injected in the desired areas. The doctor uses their hands to spread the filler equally in both sides. After the procedure is over, the patient is given aftercare instructions and free to go home.
What are liquid nose job aftercare instructions?
- After the treatment, you may experience redness, swelling, tenderness, and itching around your nose. This is normal and will wear off within 2 – 7 days.
- Do not touch the injected area for 4 hours after the procedure.
- Do not wear glasses.
- Do not drink alcohol for a period of time.
- Drink a lot of water.
- Exercise.
- Read More: Dos and don’ts after rhinoplasty
- Also Read: Can I Wear Glasses after Rhinoplasty?
What are the complications and risks of liquid nose job?
The main complications and side effects of liquid nose job include:
- Bruises
- Swelling
- Filler migration; the injected material might transfer to other areas, which leads to face distortions.
- Nausea
- The occurrence of complications inside the blood vessels of the injected area
- Tissue death in the injected area
- Fever
- Blurred vision.
Eventually, altering the shape of the nose changes the shape of your entire face. So, be carful what you put in your body.
Liquid nose job vs traditional rhinoplasty
Liquid nose job: the procedure is very simple and does not require surgery. It costs lower than the traditional rhinoplasty and takes less time.
The results are immediate but temporary. If the results are not as you expected, you don’t have to worry because it’s not permanent. You don’t need a home stay or a hospital stay and you can immediately resume work and daily activities. During the procedure, if the needle is misplaced, there might be some damage.
Liquid nose job side effects are not completely known. If you anything odd, go to the doctor right away.
As a cosmetic surgery, liquid nose job cost is not covered by insurance.
Traditional surgical rhinoplasty: The surgery is performed under general or regional anesthesia. It requires surgical incisions, either inside the nose or between the nostrils. It takes 2 – 4 hours and costs more. Traditional surgery is accompanied by some complications such as swelling and bruises. However, they disappear by time. The results take longer to apear but they are permanent. If it is performed for medical reasons, surgical rhinoplasty might be covered by insurance.
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Laser rhinoplasty
Laser nose job is one of the non-surgical procedures used for altering the shape of the nose.
Who are the candidates for laser rhinoplasty procedure?
Laser rhinoplasty is only suitable for people who have small curves and small noses.
What are the preparations for laser rhinoplasty?
There are no need for any special preparations before the procedure. The patient can undergo laser nose job right after being medically examined.
How rhinoplasty with laser is performed?
Laser is applied on the skin of the nose. It produces heat that reduces the tissues under the skin to make it look thinner. Laser is known to stimulate skin cells and collagen production.
The procedure lasts about 2 hours. After that, the patient can go home and resume his daily activities.
What are the pros and cons of laser rhinoplasty?
What distinguishes laser rhinoplasty is that it is bloodless, simple, and gives immediate results with just small touches. It does not require a home stay. It is a trouble-free process; it does not cause bruises or swells. It treats sinusitis and removes carnivores.
The cons of laser rhinoplasty are represented by the following things:
- Does not give satisfying results.
- The results are temporary since the main problem is not actually treated.
- It does not treat septum deviation.
Laser rhinoplasty vs traditional rhinoplasty
Compared to laser rhinoplasty, traditional rhinoplasty is complicated, bloody, and painful. It requires anesthesia, skin and bone cuts and incisions. However, the results after a traditional rhinoplasty are permanent and treat various nose problems that laser rhinoplasty does not treat.
Laser is usually used with other methods or surgeries as a helping technique for surgical nose job in what is called laser-assisted rhinoplasty. However, laser alone is not enough for providing the desired results.
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Ultrasonic rhinoplasty
Ultrasonic rhinoplasty is revolutionary in the field of cosmetic surgeries. This technique is based on a special feature called piezoelectricity that uses ultrasounds to cut and trim the bones in the nose to remove them without harming the surrounding tissues and blood vessels. Therefore, this technique can deal with simple deformities and modify the curves of the nose.
Preparing for ultrasonic rhinoplasty
Before the procedure, there are important medical tests that you need to undergo like blood tests and anesthesia tests. If there are no barriers, the patient is ready for the procedure.
- Also Read: A complete guide to rhinoplasty preparation
How to perform ultrasonic rhinoplasty?
Ultrasonic rhinoplasty is performed under general or local anesthesia. It takes about 1.5 – 3 hours. The doctor uses ultrasounds to trim and cut the extra bones in the nose to change the shape of the nose.
Instructions for recovery after ultrasonic rhinoplasty
You should consider the following instructions after ultrasonic rhinoplasty:
- The head should be elevated to prevent or reduce swelling.
- Do not let anything touch the area of surgery.
- Stay away from anything that might cause damage to the nose.
- Apply cold compresses to reduce the swelling.
After 7 days, the bandages are removed and the patient can resume his daily activities and work.
Ultrasonic rhinoplasty side effects
- Swelling
- Bruises
- Breathing difficulties for a week due to the swelling after the procedure.
Ultrasonic rhinoplasty vs traditional rhinoplasty
In traditional rhinoplasty, bones are cut by manual methods that cause severe damage to the surrounding tissues, while in ultrasonic rhinoplasty, bones are cut by an ultrasonic device which eliminates the damage caused to the tissues and reduces bleeding.
There are several reasons why using ultrasonic rhinoplasty is a lot better than traditional rhinoplasty in certain cases:
- It does not harm the soft surroundings and reduces trauma damage.
- Reduces the traditional rhinoplasty risks.
- Reduces bleeding and speeds up the healing process.
On the other hand, surgical rhinoplasty is the best for treating the severe cases of septum deviation that are difficult to be handled by the nonsurgical ways including ultrasonic rhinoplasty. Therefore, not everyone can achieve the desired results through ultrasonic rhinoplasty.
Bottom line
Clearly, there are new methods for altering the shape of your nose. However, the results are not hundred percent success guaranteed or permanent. In addition, the injected liquids might be harmful to the body. For the previous reasons and many more, surgeries are safer, more guaranteed, and with permanent results.
To see whether you are a good candidate for nonsurgical rhinoplasty or you have to go for the traditional rhinoplasty under the knife of the most proficient nose surgeons of the world in Iran, just throw us a message to have a free online consultation with our team of specialists at AriaMedTour.
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