Nasal Wing Reduction
Nose is the center of the face and is one of the features that can enhance the overall attractiveness of the face. But, prominent nose does not always mean beautiful. It is about balancing between high and size of nose. Problem of Thai’s nose is wide nose wings, but this problem is able to resolve.
Nasal wing reduction is wide sides cartilage of the nose. Some people has wide and big nasal wings. The caution of nasal wing reduction is breathing. Surgeons of F Clinic always concern the patient’s breathing to make sure that there is nothing to obstruct breathing after the nose has been trimmed. Nasal wing reduction can do together with rhinoplasty.
Nasal wings has the important structure which is cartilage. If there is a disorder with cartilage, it will affect with nasal wings shape. It must be corrected by surgery.
This technique is employed to correct undesirable nasal structure, such as wide nostrils and large nasal wings. “Nasal wing reduction” is one of the approaches of rhinoplasty that decreases the size of nostrils to be in complement to the face.
Surgical incisions are positioned inside the nasal wings, thereby concealing the wound. Nasal wing reduction decorates shape of nasal wings to appropriate with face of patient. Surgeon will inject local anesthetic at nasal wings. The doctor will advise and explain the appropriate nasal wing’s shape to the patient. In some cases, the patient has large nasal wings, but nostrils look good and does not interfere with breathing. The doctor will perform nasal wings reduction surgery only. For patients who has small nostrils, doctor needs to find more tissue to fulfill. Doctor will perform Internal incision, since the wound will be concealed inside the wing. Duration of operation is not over 1 hour. After surgery done, doctor will appoint patient to stitch removal. Patient can back home immediately, no need to stay at clinic.
Additional Information: Nasal augmentation performed concurrently with nasal wing reduction
This technique is employed to correct undesirable nasal structure, such as wide nostrils and large nasal wings. “Nasal wing reduction” is one of the approaches of rhinoplasty that decreases the size of nostrils to be in complement to the face. Surgical incisions are positioned inside the nasal wings, thereby concealing the wound.
- Internal incision of nasal wing is very common, since the wound will be concealed inside the wing. This technique will narrow down the wing.
- External incision of nasal wing is suitable for individuals with extremely wide nose. This technique will make the nose appear significantly narrower, but the wound will be on the outside.
7 Reasons for Undergoing Rhinoplasty at F Clinic
- Rhinoplasty is performed by our specialized plastic surgeon, namely Nakarin Saleethong, M.D. (Dr. Parng), along with our medical team and staff who are ready to provide intensive care
- The best quality silicone with the standard certified by USA. It is “soft and adjustable” with 100% safety that lasts a lifetime
- No ready-to-use silicone; our plastic surgeon will reshape each silicone to be suitable for each individual’s face
- Fast recovery –swelling disappears within 1-3 days
- Minor pain due to the use of special anesthetic
- Standard, clean, and sterilized operating rooms with vital sign monitoring device and emergency medical equipment
- Surgical techniques with no scars, including both closed and open rhinoplasty
Preparation before Undergoing Rhinoplasty at F Clinic
- No smoking and alcohol intake at least 1 week prior to the surgery
- No intake of painkillers and NSAIDs prior to the surgery, such as aspirin and ibuprofen, in order to reduce the appearance of bruises from blood congestion after the surgery
- No intake of vitamins, fish liver oil, and all types of food supplements, since these supplements will impede blood coagulation, which makes it more difficult for the surgeon to perform the surgery, resulting in swelling and bruises after the surgery
- No intake of unwholesome food, such as preserved food and soft drinks, as well as seafood at least 1 week prior to the surgery
- Perform a detailed health checkup prior to the surgery. In case of chronic diseases, immunodeficiency, and other diseases such as hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes, consult with the surgeon before undergoing the surgery to minimize the risks after the surgery, such as higher risk of infection than normal people
Preparation on the Day of Surgery
- No eating or drinking at least 8 hours prior to the surgery, in the case of anesthetic inhalation
- Eat light food 4-6 hours before the surgery in the case of anesthetic injection
- No makeup; wash and clean the face and nose thoroughly
5 Things to Prepare after Undergoing Rhinoplasty
- Neck pillow
- Cold cloth or towel/cleaning pad for face
- Cotton bud or cotton applicator
- Buttoned shirt
- Saline water for wound cleansing
10 Post-Rhinoplasty Restrictions
- Avoid contact with the wound. Do not touch, pick, or hit the nose to ensure fastest recovery
- Wear button-front shirts that can be easily worn and taken off to minimize contact with the nose
- Apply a cold compression for 3 consecutive days. After that, apply a warm compression to improve blood flow
- No smoking and drinking all types of alcohol
- Take all medications as prescribed by the physician
- No makeup
- No intake of preserved food, since this type of food will slow down the healing process 8
- Avoid any exercises that have high risk of collision
- Avoid being in the area with a lot of dust and pollution that are the main causes of airborne allergy, including coughing, sneezing, and nose blowing
- No engagement in beauty-related activities, such as acne removal, facial treatment, laser treatment, facial massage, or the use of tools on the face or near the nasal area, while the wound is not completely healed. These activities may cause inflammation and danger to yourself.
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