Nose Reshaping Surgery (Rhinoplasty) The Bronx, NY | Gary S Berger, MD, FACS

Understanding Rhinoplasty: A Comprehensive Surgical Solution

Rhinoplasty, commonly referred to as a "nose job", is a sophisticated plastic surgery procedure designed to reshape, resize, or reconstruct the nose. This versatile surgical technique addresses both cosmetic concerns and functional breathing issues.

Procedure Objectives

• Reshape nasal structure
• Reduce or augment nose size
• Remove nasal humps
• Narrow nostril width
• Correct injury or birth defects
• Improve breathing functionality

Surgical Techniques

Dr. Berger utilizes two primary rhinoplasty techniques: closed and open. The closed technique involves incisions within the nostrils, concealing surgical scars. The open technique includes an additional small incision on the nose's underside, allowing comprehensive structural sculpting.

Procedure Details

Rhinoplasty is typically an outpatient procedure lasting one to two hours, performed under local or general anesthesia. During surgery, the skin is carefully lifted, bone and cartilage are precisely sculpted, and the skin is repositioned and sutured.

Patient Considerations

Results depend on individual factors such as nasal bone structure, facial shape, skin thickness, and age. Teenagers must have completed their growth phase before considering surgery. Insurance coverage varies, potentially applying to reconstructive or medical rhinoplasty.

Recovery and Results

Patients can expect immediate noticeable results with significant swelling reduction within weeks. A nasal splint is typically worn for approximately one week post-surgery. Subtle improvements continue to develop over the subsequent year.

For more information about Rhinoplasty in The Bronx, NY, submit an enquiry to Gary S Berger, MD, FACS.