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Rhinoplasty

Nose Jobs in Edina, Minnesota

Nose surgery, called rhinoplasty, is nasal surgery performed for the correction of internal or external deformities. These deformities can be congenital, acquired or traumatic. Internal corrections are most often related to deviation of the nasal septum, causing partial obstruction to the nasal airway, resulting in a breathing impairment through one or both nostrils. Often times health insurance will cover this functional deformity.

External deformities are cosmetic and are also corrected through incisions made inside the nostrils. Hump removal, narrowing, straightening and tip adjustment are some of the more common corrections. This surgery is performed on an outpatient basis with minimal risk. Local anesthesia with intravenous sedation is utilized for this one-hour procedure. Often times, nasal packs are placed within the nostrils for two days. A splint is molded and applied for seven days. There is moderate bruising, minimal discomfort and no pain over the healing period. Patients usually return to work in 7-10 days. At two weeks, the nose is 80% healed with complete healing within 9 to 12 months. All vigorous activities maybe resumed after one month.

Have you ever looked at a picture of yourself and disliked your nose? Well, rhinoplasty can correct that perception. But remember, nose surgery is truly an art form requiring the utmost skill of an experienced surgeon. With subtle adjustment, an unsightly nose can be altered to dramatically improve one's appearance and self-esteem.

Please call our Surgery Center in Edina (952-926-6136) for a brochure or complimentary consultation. For more information on this or other cosmetic procedures, visit plasticsurgery.org.