While the shape of your nose is usually the result of heredity, the appearance may have been altered in an injury or during prior surgery. Also known as rhinoplasty, surgery of the nose improves the appearance and proportion of your nose, enhancing facial harmony and self confidence. Surgery of the nose may also correct impaired breathing caused by structural abnormalities in the nose.

Rhinoplasty surgery is usually done under full-anesthesia and takes one to three hours. No visible scar occurs. After the procedure is completed, a splint, internal tubes or packing will likely be placed inside your nose and a splint or bandages placed on the outside to support and protect the new structures during initial healing. Splints and internal tubes will likely support the nose as it begins to heal for approximately one week. It may take several months for swelling to fully dissipate. The nose should be protected from outside damages