A nose job or a rhinoplasty procedure helps many patients reshape their nose and nasal passages. While rhinoplasty is a top cosmetic procedure performed nationwide, many potential patients are wary of the surgery due to misinformation or outdated techniques. Is it excruciating? Is the swelling terrible? What happens in the first few days after a […]
Do Nose Jobs Age You?
When it comes to nose jobs, many patients have concerns about the procedure not “aging well” or aging the overall appearance of the patient. There are a couple of reasons some patients may feel worried about the durability of rhinoplasty. In the past, older techniques were used for the rhinoplasty procedure and may show signs […]
Is Rhinoplasty A Painful Surgery?
A rhinoplasty—or a nose job—is frequently performed on younger patients and some who may not have otherwise sought cosmetic surgery. Thus, rhinoplasty patients tend to have more questions than those seeking surgery purely for cosmetic reasons such as a facelift. One common question is, “Is rhinoplasty a painful surgery?” The surgical procedure itself is performed […]
What Is The Most Common Facial Plastic Surgery?
Facial plastic surgery procedure popularity tends to vary depending on age and gender identity. However, there are facial plastic surgeries that are universally popular among all age groups and genders. So, what is the most common facial plastic surgery? Rhinoplasty is the most common and popular facial plastic surgery. Men and women both frequently undergo […]
Does Rhinoplasty Weaken Your Nose?
A rhinoplasty—or nose job—sometimes has to completely restructure the nose including the bone, cartilage, and internal structures. Occasionally, a plastic surgeon will take cartilage from elsewhere on the body such as the rib to support the new structure. This can worry patients and they may ask, “Does rhinoplasty weaken your nose?” If done right, your […]
Why Do My Teeth Hurt After Rhinoplasty?
Some minor pain and discomfort after rhinoplasty surgery are expected and normal. However, some patients may become concerned when they feel pain in areas that were not operated on. An example of one of these questions is, “Why do my teeth hurt after rhinoplasty?” After a nose job, patients may notice that they feel pain […]
Can You Do A Lip Lift & Rhinoplasty At The Same Time?
Rhinoplasty—or nose job surgery—has remained one of the most popular facial plastic surgeries for decades. Since the nose sits in the center of the face, it significantly impacts how the face is perceived. In more recent years, lip lift surgery has become popular. It is a plastic surgery that shortens the distance between the bottom […]
What Should I Avoid After Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty surgery is exceptionally common and involves a fairly easy recovery for most people. However, it is still a surgical recovery and patients do need to take certain precautions and use care after surgery. Let’s look at the question, “What should I avoid after rhinoplasty?” First off, Dr. Santos will provide post-operative instructions which will […]
Does Rhinoplasty Leave A Scar?
Rhinoplasty surgery consistently remains one of the most popular plastic surgeries around the world. However, like with all surgeries, patients do worry about the possibility of scars. While an open rhinoplasty does not often leave external scars, it is not a technique commonly performed anymore. So, let’s look at the question, “Does rhinoplasty leave a […]
What Is The Best Age To Get A Nose Job For A Girl?
Rhinoplasty surgery is among one of the few plastic surgeries that people under eighteen seek out with relative frequency. Due to this, knowing the right age to get a nose job can be confusing and misleading. While some patients may need to wait longer than others for various reasons, or others undergo a reconstructive nose […]
