Rhinoplasty
Chicago Rhinoplasty (Nose Reshaping) Surgeon
Dr. Michael Epstein - Northbrook, IL
Dr. Michael Epstein has treated many Chicago rhinoplasty surgery (nose reshaping) patients who wanted to enhance their facial profile and symmetry. In the paragraphs below, he explains nose surgery, how a rhinoplasty is performed and the expected recovery time.
Rhinoplasty (commonly called nose reshaping surgery) is a procedure to improve the appearance of the nose including nose size, shape, width, bumps or depressions on the bridge, nasal tip, nostrils or nasal asymmetry. Generally these features are caused by heredity, or possibly injury.
Many times the facial imbalance may be related to other facial features such as the chin, cheeks or lower jaw. Procedures to correct these imbalances may be combined with a rhinoplasty to achieve overall facial harmony.
Dr. Epstein offers computer imaging for rhinoplasty so be sure to set up a follow- up appointment to view your images after your consultation.
How is a Rhinoplasty performed?
Rhinoplasty is an outpatient surgical procedure performed at our facility, Northbrook Plastic Surgery. A rhinoplasty can be performed using a closed procedure where the incisions are hidden inside the nose or an open procedure where an incision is made across the columella (narrow strip of tissue that separates the nostrils). Through the incision sites soft tissue that covers the nose is raised and the structure of the nose is reshaped.This procedure takes approximately 1-2 hours or longer depending on the complexity of the case.
What to expect during the recovery period:
- Bruising and swelling around the eyes are normal and will fade within 1-2 weeks post-operatively
- Discomfort to the nose and head, which can be controlled with medication
- Some light bleeding and stuffiness are common during the first few days
- You will wear a small splint to protect your nose for approximately 5 to 7 days after surgery
- Return to light activity within a few days or as you feel ready
- Resume full activity within 3-4 weeks
Dr. Epstein is a gifted Northbrook plastic surgery specialist who offers other facial plastic surgery and facial rejuvenation procedures in addition to rhinoplasty (nose surgery). He has obtained excellent results for Chicago facelift, brow lift, otoplasty, threadlift and neck lift patients.
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