Is There A Way To Fix My Broken Nose?
If you’ve ever hurt your
nose, chances are you were more concerned about the significant swelling after
the impact than about getting it repaired.
However, it’s important to have an injured nose checked as soon as possible
so that it can be repaired quickly if it’s broken. But is there a way to fix a broken nose?
What Is A Broken Nose?
A broken nose is a
fracture of the nasal bones or cartilage. The nose is particularly susceptible
to injury due to its prominent position in the middle of the face, so nasal
fractures are quite common. A nasal
fracture often occurs as a result of a motor vehicle accident, sports-related
trauma, or fall.
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Symptoms Of
A Broken Nose
A nasal fracture can
lead to swelling of the nose and cheeks, nosebleed, and bruising beneath the
eyes. A broken nose can also result in
breathing difficulties or nasal stuffiness, because the injury can cause the
nasal bones to move out of position and obstruct the airways.
Diagnosing A Broken Nose
Doctors usually diagnose a broken nose by carrying out
a physical examination of the nose to assess the visible swelling and
bruising.They also take note of any abnormality in the shape and symmetry of
the nose. An X-ray is usually not required when making a diagnosis.
Is There A Way To Fix My Broken Nose
If your nose is fractured and has become misshapen,
rhinoplasty can fix it for you. A mild nasal fracture can heal without surgery
over time.However, a severe fracture typically requires surgery,otherwise, the
nose may become crooked.
Rhinoplasty also known as nose surgery,
is a surgical procedure that is done to adjust the shape, size, or position of
the nose.
Although many people undergo rhinoplasty simply to
enhance the cosmetic appearance of their nose, rhinoplasty is also done to
repair a broken nose by realigning the nasal bones and reshaping the nose.
Rhinoplasty Techniques
Closed Rhinoplasty: All the incisions
for closed rhinoplasty are made inside the nostrils, so there is no visible
scar after healing. This approach is
suitable for people requiring minimal correction, because the surgical openings
are narrow.
Open Rhinoplasty: Unlike
closed rhinoplasty, open rhinoplasty includes an incision on the columella
(cartilage between the nostrils). This trans-columellar incision connects the
incisions in the left and right nostrils and provides greater accessibility to
the nasal framework. Consequently,
extensive correction can be carried out with open rhinoplasty.
Repairing Your Nose With Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty is an outpatient procedure that is
typically performed under general anesthesia for optimal patient comfort. The surgery lasts about 2-3 hours.
In
cases where the shape of the nose is being changed the surgeon will make the
incisions, lift the skin, and then sculpt the underlying cartilage and bone to
create the desired shape. The skin is
re-draped over the nose after the necessary adjustments have been made.
After
surgery, a splint may be placed inside the nostrils to hold the nose in the new
position. The splint is normally removed
within a week of surgery.
Recovery
After Rhinoplasty
There
is typically bruising and swelling after rhinoplasty, and this can take several
weeks to resolve. Much of the swelling
subsides within 3 weeks of surgery, but some swelling may persist for up to one
year.
Recovery
after rhinoplasty varies depending on the extent of the procedure, and the technique
used. There is usually less
post-operative swelling after the closed technique since there is no external
incision, so recovery may be shorter.
Patients are typically able to resume regular activities within 7-14
days of rhinoplasty, but strenuous activities should be avoided for at least 6
weeks.
Tips
For Recovering After Rhinoplasty
Proper
post-operative care of the nose is necessary if patients want to get the best
possible results after rhinoplasty.
Below are 5 tips to ensure smooth healing.
1. Avoid Blowing Your Nose: It is normal for the nose to
feelstuffy and congested in the weeks following surgery, due to the swelling of
the nasal tissues. However, doctors
advise patients to avoid blowing their nose for at least 1 week as it may cause
bleeding.
2. Keep Your Head Elevated: Patients
are advised to sleep with their head elevated forat least 1 week after surgery
to help minimize swelling.
3. Rest: It is important to get as much rest
as possible in the first few days after rhinoplasty, as this helps the healing
process.
4. Eat a Balanced Diet: Eating a balanced diet and
drinking plenty of water will boost the immune system and assist with
healing.
5. Follow the instructions of your
surgeon: Patients
that closely follow the post-operative instructions of their plastic surgeon
generally heal quickly, and experience few or no complications.
Rhinoplasty
And Facial Harmony
Non
Surgical Rhinoplasty is a delicate, highly specialized surgery that
requires both medical judgment and artistry to achieve
natural-looking results. The goal of
rhinoplasty is not only to repair the nose but to ensure facial harmony. Consequently, changes made to the nose must
be done in consideration of the other facial features, so as to maintain or
enhance facial harmony.
Rhinoplasty
Consultation
If
you are considering rhinoplasty to fix your broken nose, consult with a facial
plastic surgeon with significant experience performing nose surgery.
It’s
a good idea to carry along photos taken before your nasal fracture to your
consultation. This will assist your
surgeon in creating an appropriate surgical plan to restore your nose, as
he/she will be able to see what your nose looked like before the injury.
During
the initial consultation, your plastic surgeon will also provide a clear
understanding of what to expect with nose surgery, because it’s important to
have realistic expectations. Your
surgeon will also outline possible risks and complications.
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