The teenage years can be a very difficult time. Summer break usually brings a wave of teens wanting to get nasal reshaping surgery, or rhinoplasty from plastic surgeons, and the media usually has a hand in publicizing the rise of teenage plastic surgery. The body is changing rapidly during this time, and the face develops and matures as well. Over the course of the teenage years the nose changes shape and enlarges along with the face. Because of these physical changes, many rhinoplasty patients are teenagers who express displeasure with the appearance of their noses. Teens who are unhappy with their nose often look in the mirror and notice only that feature, making them extremely self-conscious and embarrassed in social settings. They also may even be teased or bullied about this facial feature that deviates from what other kids consider to be “normal”. The rise of social media sites that focus on sharing personal images such as Facebook serve to compound the problem for some young people.
Rhinoplasty – An option for teenagers?
FAQ Rhinoplasty (Nose Tip, Nose correction)
Is it painful afterwards a Rhinoplasty surgery?
The nose is very sensitive for 3-5 days, but fine with pain medication.
How long do I need to have the splint?
Depending on the extent of the procedure, 7-12 days.
Will I be very bruised?
If the bone needs to be broken, bruising will last 10 days.
How long does the nose-correction, nose tip surgery take?
Between 45 min. – 1hour (tip only) and 1.5-2 hours (complete).
Will I be able to breathe through the nose directly after rhinoplasty surgery?
No, you will have packs, which will be removed after 24-48 hours.
