Closed Nose Surgery (Closed Rhinoplasty)
Closed Nose Surgery (Closed Rhinoplasty)
Closed nose surgery or aesthetics, which is widely preferred among nose surgeries, is a type of surgery performed in an appropriate and professional manner with modern technology. Endoscopic rhinoplasty is a more difficult and demanding operation due to the interventions performed inside the nostrils compared to the open technique. Best results can be achieved when the procedure is done by medical experts.
How is Closed Nose Surgery Performed?
When is Closed Nose Surgery Appropriate?
Closed nose surgery technique can be used in a wide range of areas. Such as:
-Deviated Septum
-Drooping Nasal Tip
-Problems of Ala Nasi (Wing of the nose)
-Nasal Arch
In addition, aesthetic procedures such as nose filing can also be done with a closed technique.
The Healing Process After Closed Nose Surgery
The healing process after closed nose surgery requires a lot of attention. First day after the surgery pain relief supplements are applied in the clinic in order to prevent pain. Necessary medications are prescribed to control the pain for patients rest at home. Painkillers are used to decrease edema around the nose as well as pain relief. After closed nose surgery, complaints such as swelling, congestion, restriction of movement on the face, bruising are often encountered. These temporary complaints begin to disappear from the 3rd day after the surgery. On average, a significant improvement can be achieved in the range of 10 to 20 days. Sutures do not need to be removed as in the open surgery technique. Due to fact that use of aesthetic suture, they melt spontaneously over time and are removed from the nose.
It is highly recommended that patients use high pillows within the first one -week period after surgery. Patients can take a shower after three days. During the first two months, patients should refrain from heavy exercise. The use of accessories that weigh on the nose area, such as sunglasses, should be avoided. It is important to protect the nasal area from sunlight with protective creams and lotions.
Advantages of Closed Nose Surgery
-Recovery period is shorter than open techniques.
-Due to the absence of vascular and nerve cuts, there are no problems such as numbness.
-Probability of occurrence conditions such as edema and bruising in the face and eye area is quite low.
-Patients can return to normal activities in a short period of time, such as 10 days.
-The operation is performed faster than open techniques.