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Men Are More Engaged In Facial Cosmetic Surgery

Young man's faceWith the wider societal acceptance of facial plastic surgery, the number of male patients seeking cosmetic procedures has risen significantly. Men do not think that cosmetic enhancement is mainly for women anymore. Men also want to look youthful in today’s competitive job market, feel self-confident and take pride in their appearance. One reason that more and more men are undergoing cosmetic procedures is this increased understanding of the effect that one’s looks can have on career advancement.

Popular Cosmetic Surgery For Men

The following are common procedures that are popular with men:
Nose reshaping surgery is the most popular cosmetic procedure for men. It is also known as rhinoplasty. Rhinoplasty helps to correct the imperfections of the nose such as large, off-center, or crooked noses. The nose is a prominent part of the face and rhinoplasty can help completely transform the look of a person. Continue reading

Getting To Know Rhinoplasty

NoseTo obtain optimal esthetic effects, Rhinoplasty attempts to reshape the nose. The nose of each patient is special, and so each treatment for reshaping the nose is different. There are various statistics and misconceptions on all aspects of the operation for rhinoplasty surgery, much like most other cosmetic procedures.

Before you suggest getting a nose job, there are some that you should know:

Lasting Results
Rhinoplasty is a procedure that, if done with surgical experience and an esthetic understanding of what constitutes an attractive, suitable and individualized nose for each patient, needs to be performed only once in a patient ‘s lifetime. The patient must express his or her wishes with the surgeon and be accountable for their wellbeing in order to ensure the outcome. Continue reading

SkinCare Tips Afer Having Rhinoplasty

skincarePatients who wish to have a rhinoplasty should realize that the surgery is just the first part of the treatment. The way to actually ensure results from this procedure is to take care of yourself during recovery. Usually, you’ll need to change your exercise routine, eating habits, and in some situations what you wear to prevent bumping or scratching your nose. Typically you will also have to change your skin care routine after your surgery, to avoid scratching the healing incisions or causing complications of some kind.

Cleansing Your Face

Wash your face regularly to cleanse the skin and help avoid infection close to the site of the incision. To wash your face it is essential to use mild, non-scented cleansers. You’ll want to be careful so you don’t hinder the healing process or distort the surgical outcomes, but you want to make sure you keep your skin as clean as possible. A fragrance-free hypoallergenic moisturizer also should be used in order to keep your skin from becoming dry and itchy during the recovery.

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How To Lessen Redness After Rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty SurgeryUpon rhinoplasty it takes some time for the nose to heal and recover. While you most likely want to see your nose look better sooner rather than later, the fact is that after surgery you will still have to deal with swelling and bruises. There are a couple of things you can do to make the swelling after rhinoplasty a little more bearable.

Keep Your Head Elevated
Holding your head elevated as it recovers is an simple way to reduce the pressure put on this region. You will note that the blood flow travels away from your area of care and that the swelling slowly subsides.

Hold your head upwards at an angle of 45 degrees. That means that a couple of extra pillows on your bed, so that your head is protected as you rest or sleep. Continue reading

How To Know You Need Rhinoplasty?

Nose SurgeryWhen the size or shape of your nose makes you uncomfortable, it can have a huge effect on your physical appearance and self-confidence. Rhinoplasty will relieve your discomfort by redefining your nose and correct the associated health problems. A Rhinoplasty remains one of the plastic surgery procedures most commonly performed for men and women alike. But nose reshaping, as common as it may be, is not for everyone. If you’re considering getting a job with your nose, there are a few attributes that might make you a successful candidate.

Unhappy With Your Facial Symmetry
Sure, a rhinoplasty can give patients who wish to strengthen their nasal structure significant medical benefits, but nose surgery can also be an ideal choice for patients who are dissatisfied with the aesthetic appearance of their noses.

Our noses define our face so feeling self-conscious about bumps or ridges that look strange is natural. Bridge, nasal tip, nose outline, and nostril shape may be modified by a rhinoplasty to provide either subtle contouring or cosmetic redesign, depending on your needs.

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The Medical Benefits Of Rhinoplasty

beautiful young woman face over blue background It can have a significant impact on your overall appearance and self-confidence if you are embarrassed by the size or shape of your nose. Rhinoplasty can alleviate your embarrassment by redefining your nose and correcting related health problems. One of the most commonly performed plastic surgery procedures for men and women remains a rhinoplasty. Nevertheless, nose reshaping, as common as it may be, is not for everyone. If you’re considering getting a job with your nose, there are a few attributes that can make you a good candidate. 

Unhappy With Your Facial Symmetry
Yes, a rhinoplasty can provide serious medical benefits to patients who need improve nasal structure, but nose surgery can also be an excellent option for patients unhappy with the cosmetic appearance of their noses.

Our noses define our face, so it is natural to feel self-conscious about odd looking bumps or ridges. A rhinoplasty can adjust the bridge, nasal tip, nose profile and nostril shape to provide either subtle contouring or an aesthetic redesign, depending on your needs. Continue reading

How Does Rhinoplasty Help You?

Beautiful FaceWhen asked what the benefits of rhinoplasty are, most people are surprised that it goes beyond cosmetic advantages. Besides reshaping the nose to make the appearance more suitable for the patient, there are several health benefits to consider as well.

What Is Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty, used to enhance the appearance of the nose, is a cosmetic facial procedure in which the nasal cartilages and bones are modified to improve the visual appearance. Rhinoplasty is a facial cosmetic procedure, usually performed to enhance the appearance of the nose. During rhinoplasty, the nasal cartilages and bones are modified, or tissue is added, to improve the visual appeal of the nose.

Benefits Of Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty can significantly increase your self-confidence. The most common reason why individuals choose to undergo rhinoplasty surgery is to improve the appearance of their nose. Many patients feel that the size or shape of their nose is ill-fitted for the rest of their facial features. Rhinoplasty provides a manner in which to deliver a more harmonious balance to the face. Continue reading

Secrets of a Perfect Rhinoplasty Procedure

Thinking of Nose Surgery?Rhinoplasty surgery  is a common and yet complex nose surgery. This procedure can create a smaller nose, reshape the nose, eliminate any unwanted bumps and straighten the nose. A nose job is a good procedure to consider if you want to improve your facial features and are bothered by asymmetry. Before scheduling your rhinoplasty procedure, here are few unknown tips you should know.

 

Do Not Underestimate The Power Of A Great Surgeon

Want the best possible outcome from your rhinoplasty procedure? Choose a facial plastic surgeon that is board certified. Board certified surgeons have gone through numerous exams and years of additional training so you can rest assured that you are in the best of hands.

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How Do I know if I should Get a Nose Job?

A nose job, or Rhinoplasty, is a procedure performed to improve the overall aesthetic of this central facial feature. There are a number of common complaints people have about their nose, from overall size in proportion to the rest of their facial features, bumps and indentations, the width of the nose, the positioning of the nostrils, nasal tips that are hooked, bulbous, or upturned, and issues with asymmetry.

Through a rhinoplasty procedure, all of these issues are typically resolved very successfully. In addition to these aesthetic issues, sometimes the function of the nose is improved through rhinoplasty as well.

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Common Facial Plastic Surgeries

The first thing that may come to mind when you think of cosmetic surgery are dramatic before and after pictures. While these cosmetic procedures can remarkably transform your appearance, some also make an extraordinary difference in your well-being and health. Below are common facial plastic surgeries, why they are done and how they can help you.

Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is a procedure that transforms the appearance of your nose.

Primarily, rhinoplasty is done for cosmetic reasons. The nose is the most defining facial characteristic, and even the most minor changes can make a huge difference. In some cases, structural issues with the nose can cause breathing difficulties. Undergoing rhinoplasty surgery can alleviate those problems.

Blepharoplasty

A blepharoplasty procedure removes the sagging skin around the eyes.As we age, muscles supporting your eyelids weaken, causing droopy eyelids and eyebrows. Continue reading

Will Your Rhinoplasty Be Noticeable?

Rhinoplasty results should always look natural. At Ear, Nose & Throat of Fairfield, we know how to achieve the perfect balanced rhinoplasty for your facial structure, so it is only noticeable because you look better. You looking and feeling better is the only part that should really ever be noticed after your procedure.

 

Noticeable InThe Right Way

Deciding to have a nose job usually takes quite a long time of deliberation for most patients. Deciding whether or not the procedure is right for you can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months. You know what you dislike about your nose and you know how you would like the end result to look like. Looking better should be a subtle, natural change.

 

Choose Ear, Nose & Throat Of Fairfield

How to achieve that subtle outcome depends on your surgeon. At Ear, Nose & Throat of Fairfield, we will counsel you regarding your achievable results and show you what can be accomplished. A subtle change that appropriately fits your face and bone structure are the best results with a nose job. Continue reading

Four Ways Rhinoplasty Changes Your Face

Rhinoplasty, also known as a nose job, is a common surgical procedure that is done to correct the function and form of the nose. Rhinoplasty can make a larger nose smaller. Rhinoplasty can also remove indentations and remove bumps, fix the tip, alter the angle of the nose, and correct defects to create facial symmetry. Some people undergo a rhinoplasty procedure to fix damage to the nose, from a sports accident, while others have this procedure to help restore their confidence. Regardless of your reason for wanting to undergo this procedure, rhinoplasty will change your face for the better.

Facial Harmony
Our noses lie at the center of our faces. After rhinoplasty, your nose will be proportionate to the rest of your facial features, thus creating facial harmony. When people look at you, their eyes will not be drawn to your nose since it will be in proportion to your other facial features. If your current nose is asymmetrical, rhinoplasty will restore your facial centre. Post rhinoplasty, due to its new balance, you will notice a dramatic improvement in your face. Continue reading

Times Are Changing: Rhinoplasty for Men

Men have always had nose surgery for functional issues. Birth defects, deviated septa, facial injuries, and sinus issues have all been common reasons for men to seek surgical corrections. But, times have changed and elective rhinoplasty is the number one plastic surgery procedure in men. Tens of thousands of men see plastic surgeons for rhinoplasty surgery every year.

Men are turning to rhinoplasty surgery for a variety of reasons. While women often complain about noses that are wide or tips that are on a little on the bulbous side, giving the face a more masculine appearance. Their goal is for a daintier appearing, smaller nose. Men are more likely to request the straightening of a crooked bridge, the removal of an obvious hump or, with the goal being that of achieving a more natural appearance. Continue reading

Rhinoplasty Before or After the Holidays?

Finding dedicated time for recovery can be a challenge no matter when you plan your rhinoplasty procedure. The winter season, however, can offer more opportunities to some patients who might have trouble finding space in their hectic schedules. If you are trying to plan a rhinoplasty surgery around school schedules, and work, consider the upcoming winter season.

Why Choose Winter For Surgery?
The holidays are here, more people tend to relax a little more when the days are shorter and the weather is cooler. Instead of the summertime hustle of social interactions, late nights out, and vacations, the winter gives many of us the chance to stay home and catch up on rest and sleep. Continue reading

Flying After Rhinoplasty Surgery

There has been an increasing number of people undergoing rhinoplasty. It is one of the most popular types of cosmetic surgery. Generally, the recovery time for rhinoplasty is about two weeks and you can expect to return to your normal daily life at this time. If you have been considering undergoing a rhinoplasty procedure or have recently undergone the procedure, you may have some questions regarding air travel. Below is everything you need to know about flying after rhinoplasty. Continue reading

Rhinoplasty Surgery: Tips to Protect Your Nose

Rhinoplasty surgery is a surgical procedure that is designed to change a patient’s nasal structure, performed to achieve a functional or specific cosmetic result. Rhinoplasty is an investment of your money, time, and energy into your self confidence, appearance, and satisfaction. After your surgery is complete, the last thing you want to do is jeopardize your results. After your recovery period has ended, follow the simple guidelines below to preserve your results.

Why The Nose Is So Vulnerable
Because your nose sticks out from your face, it will be the first thing to sustain any facial injury. Athletes are especially prone to nasal trauma. Your nose will be extra vulnerable after rhinoplasty surgery. Your cartilage, bones, and surrounding tissues will be more fragile as they heal, sometimes for up to a year after your procedure. Small incidents can result in more dramatic injuries before the nose has fully set. Even after your nose has set, protecting it can make all the difference between preserved rhinoplasty results and a revisit to your surgeon. Continue reading

Rhinoplasty Consultation: Top Questions to Ask

Having a preoperative consultation is one of the most important steps regarding a rhinoplasty procedure. This is your chance to meet with your surgeon and learn more about the procedure and decide whether it is right for you.

How Much Experience Do You Have?
One of the best ways to learn more about your surgeon is to ask about their surgical experience. This also gives the surgeon a chance to learn more about you as well. A good surgeon will always be straightforward and open with you about his or her past work. Continue reading

Open vs Closed Rhinoplasty

When it comes to rhinoplasty, there are two different techniques. These techniques include open and closed rhinoplasty. When considering nose surgery, patients should be aware of the differences between these techniques. Below is an overview to explain the differences between open and closed rhinoplasty.

Open Rhinoplasty Technique
An open rhinoplasty is also referred to as external rhinoplasty. This nasal reshaping technique places the incision along the columella. Afterwards the skin is lifted off the tip of the nose to reveal the underlying structures allowing easier access. After the reshaping is complete, the skin is replaced, incisions are sutured closed, and bandages are placed on the nose. Continue reading

Rhinoplasty: How a Nose Job Can Boost Self Confidence

Rhinoplasty is one of the best solutions for those who are suffering from many different nasal problems that range from functional, reconstructive to cosmetic. Rhinoplasty does not stop only at providing nasal comfort, the benefits run deeper than that. It is not a procedure that will merely enhance and improve an individual’s appearance and functionality of the nose, it provides an individual with increased self confidence and emotional benefits as well.

Improving The Nose Improves The Whole Face
Your nose takes center stage on your face, and it is one of the first things people see when they meet you or see a picture of you. If you feel that your nose dominates your face, it may make you feel apprehensive about judgement from others. Surgery can correct the shape, size, and proportion of your nose to the rest of your face, which in turn makes your entire face more attractive. Continue reading

Facts About Rhinoplasty

rhinoplastyRhinoplasty intends to reshape the nose to achieve desired esthetic results. Every patient’s nose is unique, and therefore each nose reshaping procedure is different. Just like most other cosmetic procedures, there are numerous facts and myths about all aspects of the rhinoplasty surgery procedure.

These are some you should know before you consider getting a nose job:

Lasting Results
Rhinoplasty is a procedure that need only be performed once in a patient’s lifetime if carried out with surgical expertise and an esthetic understanding of what constitutes an attractive, appropriate and individualized nose for each patient. The patient must communicate with the surgeon his or her desires and be responsible for their health to maintain the result. Continue reading

Skincare After Rhinoplasty

rhinoplastyPatients who decide to have a rhinoplasty performed should understand that the operation is only the first part of the process. The way to truly guarantee success from this surgery is to take care of yourself during the recovery. You will typically have to change your workout schedule, your eating habits and in some cases, what you wear, to avoid bumping or damaging the nose. After your surgery, you will usually also have to adjust your skincare routine, to avoid irritating the healing incisions or causing any sort of problems.

Cleansing Your Face
Wash your face on a daily basis in order to cleanse the skin and help prevent infection near the incision site. It is important to use mild, non-scented cleansers in order to wash your face. You will want to be gentle so as not to disrupt the healing process or skew the results of the surgery, but you do want to make sure you keep your skin as clean as possible. A fragrance-free hypoallergenic moisturizer also should be used in order to keep your skin from becoming dry and itchy during the recovery. Continue reading

How to Reduce Swelling After Rhinoplasty

rhinoplastyIt takes some time for your nose to heal and recover following rhinoplasty. While you most likely want your nose to look better sooner rather than later, the truth is that you will usually have to deal with swelling and bruising after surgery. There are a few things you can do to make the post-rhinoplasty swelling a bit more bearable.

Keep Your Head Elevated
Keeping your head elevated is an easy way to reduce the pressure placed on this area as it heals. You will notice the blood flow moving away from your treatment area and the swelling gradually subsiding.

Keep your head elevated at a 45 degree angle. That means placing a few additional pillows on your bed, so that your head is propped up while resting or sleeping. Continue reading

Signs You Are a Good Candidate for a Rhinoplasty

rhinoplastyIf you are embarrassed by the size or shape of your nose, it can have a significant impact on your overall appearance and self-confidence. Rhinoplasty can alleviate your embarrassment and correct related health issues by redefining your nose. A Rhinoplasty remains one of the most commonly performed plastic surgery procedures for both men and women. Yet, as popular as it may be, nose reshaping is not for everyone. If you are considering getting a nose job, there are a few qualities that may make you a good candidate.

Unhappy With Your Facial Symmetry
Yes, a rhinoplasty can provide serious medical benefits to patients who need improve nasal structure, but nose surgery can also be an excellent option for patients unhappy with the cosmetic appearance of their noses.

Our noses define our face, so it is natural to feel self-conscious about odd looking bumps or ridges. A rhinoplasty can adjust the bridge, nasal tip, nose profile and nostril shape to provide either subtle contouring or an aesthetic redesign, depending on your needs. Continue reading

The Benefits of Rhinoplasty

rhinoplastyWhen asked what the benefits of rhinoplasty are, most people are surprised that it goes beyond cosmetic advantages. Besides reshaping the nose to make the appearance more suitable for the patient, there are several health benefits to consider as well.

What Is Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty, used to enhance the appearance of the nose, is a cosmetic facial procedure in which the nasal cartilages and bones are modified to improve the visual appearance. Rhinoplasty is a facial cosmetic procedure, usually performed to enhance the appearance of the nose. During rhinoplasty, the nasal cartilages and bones are modified, or tissue is added, to improve the visual appeal of the nose.

Benefits Of Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty can significantly increase your self-confidence. The most common reason why individuals choose to undergo rhinoplasty surgery is to improve the appearance of their nose. Many patients feel that the size or shape of their nose is ill-fitted for the rest of their facial features. Rhinoplasty provides a manner in which to deliver a more harmonious balance to the face. Continue reading