Non-surgical nose rhinoplasty is a relatively new word in medicine and few people know what it is.If many have heard about classic surgical intervention, in this case several questions arise.If you have complexes due to deficiencies associated with the organ of smell, and an ugly tip, hunchback or depression interferes with your life, then you should definitely find out what non-surgical rhinoplasty is.
Non-surgical rhinoplasty and its secrets
Non-surgical rhinoplasty is a way to correct the shape of your nose without surgery.The essence of the method is to introduce fillers or special threads into this area, which slightly correct the shape and give symmetry to this part of the face.Ideal for patients who do not have respiratory problems, septum or deviated nasal bones.If there are small flaws in the shape of your nose, using fillers is the ideal solution as they will help correct these problems.It should also be noted that the term “non-surgical rhinoplasty” is somewhat incorrect and contradicts itself.“Rhinoplasty” is a surgical operation on the nose, and the definition of “non-surgical” to be used in this context is not entirely logical.
But experts agreed to call the correction procedure “fillers” precisely to convey the essence of the method to patients who have little information about ways to correct the shape of their nose.This procedure cannot be considered a complete alternative to surgery.It aims to combat certain defects that cannot be eliminated through surgery.And, conversely, it cannot solve problems that are eliminated through surgery.The technique is often performed in cases where the patient is dissatisfied with the result of surgical rhinoplasty and needs to adjust the shape of the resulting nose.Before agreeing to the procedure, we recommend studying the before and after photos to get a rough idea of the possible results.The nose cannot be reduced without surgery.By the way, nasal cartilage tends to enlarge with age, so some patients may report that their nose becomes larger as they age.
5 clear differences between non-surgical rhinoplasty
This procedure has a number of differences from surgery, including:
- lack of complex surgery, long and painful rehabilitation period;
- speed of the procedure;
- reasonable cost;
- short-term effect (lasting up to one year);
- inability to correct breathing problems and other serious problems.
In other words, it is an almost simple procedure that guarantees a smooth effect aimed at solving small problems with the shape of the nose.For example, it can be used to improve the tip of the nose, eliminate a defect or even alleviate the relief.This technique can be performed whenever the results become less pronounced.The main condition is patient satisfaction with the result obtained.If clients come in who have already had their noses filled with fillers, I use hyaluronidase to dissolve any remaining fillers in the nose before any other injections are given.Essentially, we are starting over with a new leaf.Otherwise, there will be fillers in the nose that are in different stages of dissolving, which will lead to an uneven nose over time.
Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty Results
Non-surgical rhinoplasty allows you to achieve the following results:
- obtaining symmetry of shape;
- elimination of small flaws in the form of dimples or tubercles under the skin;
- small curvature correction;
- lifting the tip of the nose;
- Adding subtlety to the wings of the nose.
As you can see from this list, non-surgical rhinoplasty is more of a corrective rhinoplasty than one that corrects serious problems.Before signing up for this technique, the patient must consult a doctor, receive recommendations and have an approximate idea of the results in order to avoid disappointment with the procedure.What you should not expect from non-surgical rhinoplasty are radical changes in the shape of the nose and solutions to problems with respiratory functions.The technique does not aim to combat these problems.
What methods are used to perform the procedure?
What methods are there, how is the procedure carried out?Conventionally, non-surgical nose rhinoplasty can be divided into the following types:
- Fillers. This technique involves the introduction of hyaluronic acid-based fillers.They fill in small irregularities, allow you to even out the surface of the skin and make the nose symmetrical.Preparations based on hyaluronic acid and others are often used here.These products are usually classified as biodegradable, that is, dissolving over time.There are also permanent fillers made based on silicone or other biopolymers, but modern experts advise against using these fillers, as they can cause tissue fibrosis.
- Topics. Aptos threads have been used for facelifts for around 20 years;they allow you to tighten and correct not only the contours of the cheekbones and face, but also change the shape of the nose.The best option for those who want to lift the tip of their nose or smooth out small wrinkles on the bridge of the nose, visually improving its contour.The threads can also be biodegradable or permanent.
- Hormonal drugs. They are also injected under the skin.They allow you to eliminate small defects and make the nose visually thinner.Medicines are not intended to correct bone tissue.They dissolve defects.It is important that the exact dosage is followed.
- splints. This name was given to a device made of plastic or plaster.Its use is aimed at correcting the contour of the organ of smell.This device presses the cartilaginous tissue, thus correcting imperfections.With its help, you can raise the nose, narrow the wings and smooth out the curvature.But you need to understand that this method will not lead to colossal changes, but will only deal with small corrections.
The non-surgical rhinoplasty method is chosen individually.In each case, the cosmetologist must consult the patient and explain why the chosen method should be used.
Indications and contraindications for
The procedure must be carried out if certain defects are present.
Indications:
- the tip of the nose is drooping;
- small irregularities are observed;
- there is asymmetry;
- the upper bridge of the nose is flat;
- sagging skin in this area.
Facial fillers can be used to improve the symmetry of the nose.But to reduce the nostrils or the overall shape, surgery is necessary.
Dermatologist Jason Emer
The procedure is contraindicated in specific cases.
Contraindications:
- during pregnancy and lactation;
- acute inflammatory processes;
- infectious diseases;
- herpes in the acute phase;
- diabetes mellitus;
- presence of allergies to active substances and medications.
The procedure can be performed upon reaching adulthood and thereafter at any age.
Rehabilitation period
There is no rehabilitation period as such.For several hours after the procedure, redness and swelling of the skin in the nose area may be observed, but these problems disappear completely within 24 hours.When a thread lift is performed, bruises may form, which disappear completely within a week.Additionally, a special splint is applied to the patient's nose, which fixes the result and protects against injury.Fillers may shift after injection and threads inserted under the skin of the nose may break.The probability of these side effects occurring is extremely low, however, if any are detected, it is necessary to urgently contact a specialist to quickly resolve the problem.
Bruising and swelling may occur after the procedure.It will take about 2 weeks for them to disappear completely.If you still have these symptoms after this period, you should consult your doctor.
Cosmetologist-dermatologist Paul Flashner
Benefits of non-surgical rhinoplasty
What are the pros and cons of this nose correction?The main advantages of this technique include:
- painless;
- short period or complete absence of rehabilitation period;
- rapid achievement of results;
- reversibility.
Doubts may arise about reversibility, because if the procedure needs to be repeated again with a stable frequency, could this be considered an advantage?In a way yes, because with classic rhinoplasty it is simply impossible to return the previous result;you may encounter an unsuccessful result.And what to do if the patient is dissatisfied with the new shape of their nose?Corrective plastic surgery will help to correct the situation to some extent, but it will not be possible to completely reverse the result.And non-surgical rhinoplasty will allow you to return to your previous shape at any time without any changes.The duration of the result depends on the filler used (hyaluronic acid preparations).Typically, the procedure needs to be repeated after 9 to 12 months.
Expert opinion
I cannot consider the procedure completely safe.In my practice, there have often been cases when patients followed a similar method and suffered severe skin ischemia.If the filler is inserted incorrectly, it can cause deformation of the cartilage;this is a direct indication for subsequent correction surgery.Therefore, you must carefully choose a specialist.Based on the information above, you can easily come to the conclusion that non-surgical rhinoplasty is not suitable for everyone.If these are small defects that can be eliminated with fillers and small shape adjustments, then this procedure makes sense.In other cases, when it comes to correcting serious defects, such as a deviated septum or crooked bone, it is necessary to perform a classic operation and eliminate the problem through a painful but complete method.In the presence of small defects, non-surgical rhinoplasty can correct the situation and give symmetry to the face.But it's worth remembering the risks of side effects.