What Are the Potential Complications and Considerations After a Nose Job (Rhinoplasty)?
The main complications of rhinoplasty are facial nerve injury and wound infection. Since rhinoplasty causes significant trauma to nasal tissues, strict hygiene and cleanliness of the surgical wound must be maintained after surgery. Additionally, if the surgeon's technical skills are insufficient, it may lead to an unsatisfactory nose shape. In case of severe complications after surgery, revision surgery may be necessary.
1. Infection: As the nostrils contain numerous bacteria and dust, failure to properly clean the nostrils before surgery may lead to infection during the operation.
2. Bleeding: The nose has many blood vessels, and if the surgeon accidentally damages the nasal blood vessels during surgery, it may cause nosebleeds. If the bleeding is not stopped promptly, it may lead to hematoma.
3. Nerve Injury: If the surgeon is unfamiliar with nasal nerves, there is a risk of injuring the nerves during surgery, resulting in nerve damage. However, such situations usually resolve spontaneously.
4. Respiratory Discomfort: Due to the incision made during surgery, swelling at the surgical site or respiratory allergies may cause respiratory discomfort. However, this condition usually resolves faster and does not require special treatment.
5. Unsatisfactory Appearance: If the surgeon is inexperienced with this surgery or has outdated aesthetic preferences, it may lead to an unsatisfactory nose appearance after surgery.
6. Precautions: Before rhinoplasty, it is important to prevent infection. Surgery should not be performed during menstruation. Avoid taking aspirin-containing medications within two weeks before surgery. Shower the day before surgery to cleanse facial dirt and oil. Trim nasal hair and clean the nasal cavity before surgery. Avoid makeup and alcohol consumption. If there are skin conditions such as folliculitis or acne, they should be treated actively.
