General Rhinoplasty WI | Nose Job WI Information

Each year, over half a million people who are interested in improving the appearance of their noses consult with facial plastic surgeons. Some are unhappy with the noses they inherited, and some with the effect that aging has had on their nose. For others, an injury to the nose may have caused some distortion, or the goal may be to improve breathing. But whatever the reason, one thing is clear: nothing has a bigger impact on how a person looks than the shape and size of the nose. Because the nose is the most central and defining characteristic of the face, even a minor alteration can greatly improve one's overall appearance.

If you are wondering how nose surgery, or rhinoplasty (nose job), can improve your appearance or the appearance of someone you know, then you’ll be interested in knowing how this procedure is performed and what you can be expect as a result from having it done. This information page, brought to you courtesy of Top Rhinoplasty Surgeon Dr. Richard C. Parfitt, can address many of your questions and concerns.

Good rapport between patient and surgeon is important in achieving successful results in facial cosmetic surgery. Trust develops in the consulting stages prior to surgery. This trust is based on realistic expectations and exacting medical proficiency. If you have specific questions or specific needs, please ask Dr. Parfitt, as he should be able to answer them and accommodate your needs.

Is Having a Rhinoplasty in WI For You?

As with any elective surgical procedure, realistic expectations and good health are prerequisites. Understanding some of the details of nose surgery is also critical. Since there is no specific size and shape that is ideal in rhinoplasty (nose job), the goal is to improve the nose aesthetically, making it harmonize and balance better with the proportions of other facial features.

Ethnic background, skin type, and age are important factors to be taken into consideration when discussing rhinoplasty (nose job) options with Dr. Parfitt prior to surgery. The nose matures and reaches full growth usually around age fifteen or sixteen.  Prior to this age, this surgery is rarely done.  Exceptions are cases where breathing is significantly impaired.

Making the Decision

Before deciding on rhinoplasty (nose job), you might ask Dr. Parfitt if any additional surgery might be recommended to enhance the balance and overall appearance of your face. Many patients benefit by having chin augmentation at the same time as their rhinoplasty, creating a better balance of features.

Whether the surgery is desired for cosmetic or functional reasons, your choice of a certified and experienced facial cosmetic surgeon is of paramount importance. Dr Parfitt is trained in both facial cosmetic surgery as well as ear, nose, and throat surgery, which provides you, the patient, with the highest level of expertise and training. He will examine the structures of your nose, both internally and externally, to determine what you can realistically expect from rhinoplasty. Dr. Parfitt will also discuss factors that can influence the results of the surgery, such as skin type, degree of deformity, ethnic background, the function of nasal structures, and age.

You can expect a thorough explanation of Dr. Parfitt’s expectations and the risks involved with the surgery. Dr. Parfitt also performs computer imaging on all patients considering rhinoplasty (nose job) and/or chin implant surgery.  This allows better communication of what the patient desires and of what the doctor intends as a goal.  Both patient and doctor must be in agreement with the intended visual goal before the rhinoplasty is performed. Following a joint decision to proceed with rhinoplasty (nose job), Dr. Parfitt will then take a full set of photographs and discuss more details of how the surgery is accomplished. He will explain how the internal nasal structures, including cartilage and bone, can be sculpted to reshape the nose and may also specify how reshaping the chin, for example, could improve the overall results.

After conducting a medical history, Dr. Parfitt will offer information regarding details of the surgical facility, the type of anesthesia to be used, and the costs for the procedure(s).

Rhinoplasty WI | Nose Job WI Details

The translation of the word “ rhinoplasty” is, literally, “shaping the nose”. First, the nose is completely numbed up much like your teeth are numbed when you see the dentist.  Incisions are made, mostly just inside the nose, where they are invisible, and the skin of the nose is lifted from the bone and cartilage that support the overlying skin. In some cases, an incision is made in the area of skin between the two nostrils at the base of the nose. Next, varying amounts of cartilage and bone are removed and/or rearranged to provide a new shape for the support structures. For example, when the tip of the nose is too big, Dr. Parfitt can remove some of the cartilage in this area to reduce its size. The angle of the tip of the nose in relation to the upper lip can be altered as well to achieve a more youthful look or to correct a downward distortion of the tip.

The overlying skin is then re-draped over the reshaped frame and all incisions are closed. A splint is applied to the outside of the nose to retain the new shape while the nose begins to heal.  Dissolvable, soft material may be used inside the nose to help mold the tip of the nose from the inside as well. Risk factors in rhinoplasty (nose job) are generally minor, and Dr. Parfitt will discuss these prior to surgery.

Rhinoplasty Recovery

Immediately following surgery, a small plastic splint will be applied to your nose to protect it and to keep the structure stable for at least six to eight days. Some light absorbent packing is placed inside the nose during surgery; it is removed the same day, before you leave the recovery suite. Your face may feel puffy, especially the first day after surgery. Pain medication is rarely required but will be provided. Dr. Parfitt advises that you avoid blowing your nose for seven days after surgery. You may experience bruising and minor swelling in the eye area for the first few days following surgery. Cold compresses (we use frozen peas in a soft plastic “snack bag”), will reduce swelling, bruising, and discomfort. Absorbable sutures are usually used and therefore do not have to be removed. The splint is usually removed seven or eight days after surgery.

It is crucial that you follow Dr. Parfitt’s written and verbal directions, especially his instructions to keep your head elevated for a certain period of time following surgery. Some activities should be avoided in the weeks after the procedure. Straining exertion, sun exposure, and activities that risk injury to the nose must be avoided. If you wear glasses, special care must be taken to ensure that the glasses do not rest on the bridge of the nose. Tape can be applied in such a way that permits wearing glasses without placing undue pressure on the area where surgery was performed.

Rhinoplasty | Nose Job makes it possible to improve the appearance of a nose that may undermine your self-confidence and self-esteem. By changing how your nose looks, cosmetic surgery can help improve how you feel about yourself.

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Featured Rhinoplasty | Nose Job Patient:

Age: 20           Location:  Madison, WI

Procedure: Rhinoplasty WI | Nose Job WI

Patient's Comments: "Dr. Parfitt does beautiful, natural looking work.  When looking for a surgeon on the Internet, I only had to see the work he had performed and knew he was my surgeon.  Cost did not play a part at all.  I would have paid more for his expertise.  When his quote was received, it was amazing to find that he offered exceptional work for a reasonable price.  I would suggest and recommend him to anyone seeking facial plastic surgery."