Is Rhinoplasty Painful?

Rhinoplasty discomfort varies from patient to patient, depending on their individual pain threshold and the extent of the procedure performed. Any work that is performed on the septum or within the nose will result in some level of discomfort and congestion. Any work performed on the nasal bones will result in some pain, external bruising, and swelling. While a nose job remains one of the most in-demand and satisfying cosmetic procedures available, the majority of patients require prescription medication to help manage discomfort during the first week following surgery.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

Patients can expect approximately 4-5 visits to Dr. Mather’s Edmonton office, including consultations, the surgery date, and follow-up visits. Follow-up sessions are critical, as they enable Dr. Mather to remove the dressings, splint, and sutures, ensuring the nose is healing properly.

How Long Until I See Results?

As the swelling from your surgical procedure subsides, you will begin to see the new shape of your nose appear. Healing happens gradually. The initial swelling will go down over approximately two to three weeks. Over the next nine to twelve months, you will see subtle, gradual changes until your results are fully visible. You will have a long-lasting and arguably the best nose job Edmonton has to offer.

What Will the Scarring Look Like?

Scarring will be virtually impossible to detect. Dr. Mather will discuss this topic in more detail with you during your private consultation in Edmonton.

When Can I Exercise Again After My Rhinoplasty?

While it is recommended that you wait at least 4-6 weeks before resuming strenuous exercise after rhinoplasty, you are encouraged to take gentle walks immediately, as this can help boost your circulation and improve your overall mood.

Can I Combine a Rhinoplasty With Other Procedures?

Yes. Dr. Mather commonly pairs cosmetic rhinoplasty with functional rhinoplasty to restore both form and function. He may also combine nose surgery with chin augmentation or reduction to create the most balanced and attractive profile possible.

How Do I Find the Best Rhinoplasty Plastic Surgeon Near Me in Edmonton, Alberta?

Selecting the right nose surgeon requires time, thorough research, and meticulous attention to detail. You should review each provider’s credentials, specialized techniques, training background, results, and reviews from other patients. You should then commit to meeting your potential provider in person, as this allows you to gauge whether you can work well together. Dr. Mather is excited to meet with you for a private consultation, where he can explain his approach to rhinoplasty and address all your questions and concerns. Call today to get started!

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Introduction

Unmatched Rhinoplasty Expertise With Dr. Mather

The nose is one of the most important facial features. Even small imperfections can have a dramatic impact on your appearance, becoming a focal point that distracts from your other facial features. A prominent bump, a drooping tip, or crookedness can attract attention to the nose and away from your beauty. Fortunately, nose reshaping surgery, also known as “rhinoplasty,” can correct these issues, bringing harmony to the rest of the face and confidence in your appearance.

Every rhinoplasty is a custom procedure that refines and shapes your nose in harmony with your facial structure, creating a more attractive facial balance.

Ensuring facial harmony is crucial when it comes to enhancing the face aesthetically. It is essential to consider balance and proportion when addressing the nose, as it is one of the most distinctive features of the face. It is for this reason that so many men and women choose a rhinoplasty (a nose job) to improve the appearance of the nose and to give it complementary proportions that are harmonious with their other facial features.

While many plastic surgery procedures are undertaken to make patients look and feel younger and more refreshed, rhinoplasty has the potential to improve a patient’s attractiveness fundamentally. Rhinoplasty addresses the underlying structure of the nose and improves the aesthetic balance and contour of the face, thereby affecting attractiveness.

Rhinoplasty is one of the most popular yet complex cosmetic surgeries. Nose surgery demands unparalleled expertise. It’s a procedure best done once, and perfectly.

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What is a Rhinoplasty?

The nose is one of the most important facial features. Even small imperfections can have a dramatic impact on your appearance, becoming a focal point that distracts from your other facial features. It is for this reason that so many men and women choose a rhinoplasty (a nose job) to improve the appearance of the nose and to give it proportion in a complementary way that is harmonious with other facial features.

While most plastic surgery procedures are geared toward making patients look younger, better, or more refreshed, rhinoplasty has the potential to fundamentally improve a patient’s attractiveness. The reason is that most procedures focus on the soft tissue (skin and fat) and alleviate the signs of aging by smoothing the skin, improving wrinkles, reducing sagging, and enhancing the complexion. Rhinoplasty addresses the underlying structure of the nose and improves the aesthetic balance and contour of the face, thereby affecting attractiveness.

Functional Rhinoplasty

Functional rhinoplasty addresses the underlying structure of the nose, correcting imbalances that lead to poor breathing, such as a deviated septum, nasal valve collapse, or enlarged turbinates. If you are struggling with sleep apnea, snoring, congestion, or blocked sinuses, functional rhinoplasty in Edmonton might be an excellent choice.

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Am I a Good Candidate for Rhinoplasty?

More so than any other surgical procedure, nose jobs must be tailored to the individual because each person has unique features to their nose and commonly their own concept of nasal aesthetics. It is also essential to assess the rest of the face when planning rhinoplasty surgery to achieve a balanced appearance. The chin especially has a major impact on facial aesthetics and the appearance of one’s nose.

“The best nose is the one that you no longer notice.” – Dr. Mather.

Rhinoplasty involves reshaping the nose. There are numerous reasons why you might not be happy with your nose. During your consultation for a rhinoplasty, Edmonton facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Mather, will ask you what about your nose bothers you, and may also ask you to talk about other, related areas of your face, such as your chin, jawline, or neck.

Dr. Mather will likely ask you to point out, very specifically, what you’d like to see changed. Identifying exactly what needs to be addressed is the cornerstone of good results!

What Are the Benefits of a Rhinoplasty?

When performed by Dr. Mather with meticulous attention to detail and artistry, rhinoplasty surgery in Edmonton provides the following impressive benefits:

Lasting, natural-looking outcomes
Improved balance, harmony, and proportion
A more youthful, attractive appearance
Corrects asymmetry, bumps, and indentations
Creates a nose better suited to the other features
Enhances confidence and self-esteem
Clears the airways for better breathing

With a Rhinoplasty, you can address many common concerns with your nose’s appearance, like:

Large Nose

While your nose brings character to your face, there can be too much of a good thing. If your nose is out of balance with your other features, it can be corrected by a nose job surgeon and reshaped to create a more pleasing harmony in facial balance.

Unsightly Nasal Tip

Some people inherit features they don’t appreciate, such as a large, drooping, bulbous, or pinched nose tip. Rhinoplasty surgery can reshape the cartilage to create a more harmonious and aesthetically pleasing profile.

Large Hump

Depending upon the size and projection of a hump, whether created by bone, cartilage, or a combination, smoothing it can dramatically improve your overall appearance to enhance your features.

Misshaped Nostrils

Many patients undergo rhinoplasty to correct overly wide, protruding, or long nostrils, or to address a unique shape issue with one or both nostrils. The nostrils can be custom-altered to suit your face better and be less prominent and visible.

What’s the First Step?

Your treatment journey in Edmonton begins with a private consultation that takes approximately 1 hour. Since the nose is central to the face, Dr. Mather will conduct a comprehensive facial analysis as part of the decision-making process. Important considerations include the size and shape of the nose, its relative size in relation to the face’s length and width, and the nose’s position in relation to the eyes, chin, lips, and forehead. Additionally, the structure of the nasal tip and the overall contour of the nose will be assessed. An intranasal exam will be performed to examine the septum and other components of the nasal air passages.

There is also a necessary evaluation of the chin during a rhinoplasty consultation. Because of the nose’s position on the face and its intimate relationship to the bony contour of the face, changes in the shape and projection of the nose go hand in hand with changes in the shape and projection of the chin. Although chin enhancement is not always necessary or mandatory, it should always be discussed so that the patient is well-informed. The ultimate decision regarding chin procedures always resides with the patient.

The goal of the consultation is for you to obtain all the necessary information to make an informed decision about rhinoplasty. Dr. Mather is dedicated to educating patients about the anticipated changes following nose surgery. As part of the consultation, we will assist you with the decision-making process and address any questions you may have. We pride ourselves on building a partnership with you, the patient, during the consultation. Often, a second visit is required to review your pictures and provide you with an idea of what your nose may look like after surgery.

What to Expect from a Rhinoplasty?

There are some common misconceptions surrounding facelift procedures. Among them is the idea that a facelift is done by stretching the skin tight to remove lines and wrinkles. While it is unfortunately common to see people who have had such procedures, they are nothing more than the result of antiquated surgical techniques. This type of “skin-stretching” facelift surgery uniformly yield results that are unnatural and sometimes identity-changing.

Rhinoplasty Recovery

For the first week or so, the nose will be covered with bandages to protect your new nose shape. During this time, pain and swelling will be most conspicuous. Then, your surgeon will remove the cast about one week after surgery. You will most likely have some bruising under your eyes for a week or two. Your surgeon will provide you with detailed post-operative care instructions to guide your recovery. It’s essential to follow these steps to ensure a quick and smooth recovery.

Most people are able to return to work and light activity after about three weeks. However, it’s essential to avoid any heavy lifting, blowing your nose, or activities that could damage your nose, such as contact sports. After your nose is fully healed, you can expect to see some initial results within about a month. However, your final nose shape may not be completely visible until up to a year after surgery.

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How Much Does a Rhinoplasty Cost in Edmonton, Alberta?

The cost of a rhinoplasty in Edmonton can vary depending on the techniques Dr. Mather utilizes, your overall goals, and whether the procedure is combined with other treatment options, like chin augmentation, septoplasty, or dermal fillers. Dr. Mather will make sure you leave your private consultation with a clear understanding of all costs and expenses.

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Why Choose Dr. Mather?

Although rhinoplasty (nose reshaping) is a popular procedure, it is also one of the most challenging cosmetic surgeries to perform. Dr. Andrew Mather at Dr. Mather Cosmetic Surgery has extensive training and experience, along with a reputation for performing this surgery with exquisite surgical technique. He performs rhinoplasty in Edmonton to enhance the appearance of the nose, correct functional issues, and achieve better balance and harmony in the facial structure and appearance.

Rhinoplasty FAQ’S

Rhinoplasty discomfort varies from patient to patient, depending on their individual pain threshold and the extent of the procedure performed. Any work that is performed on the septum or within the nose will result in some level of discomfort and congestion. Any work performed on the nasal bones will result in some pain, external bruising, and swelling. While a nose job remains one of the most in-demand and satisfying cosmetic procedures available, the majority of patients require prescription medication to help manage discomfort during the first week following surgery.
As the swelling from your surgical procedure subsides, you will begin to see the new shape of your nose appear. Healing happens gradually. The initial swelling will go down over approximately two to three weeks. Over the next nine to twelve months, you will see subtle, gradual changes until your results are fully visible. You will have a long-lasting and arguably the best nose job Edmonton has to offer.
Selecting the right nose surgeon requires time, thorough research, and meticulous attention to detail. You should review each provider’s credentials, specialized techniques, training background, results, and reviews from other patients. You should then commit to meeting your potential provider in person, as this allows you to gauge whether you can work well together. Dr. Mather is excited to meet with you for a private consultation, where he can explain his approach to rhinoplasty and address all your questions and concerns. Call today to get started!

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If you are a candidate for rhinoplasty in Edmonton, Alberta, and would like to learn more about how the procedure can restore balance and harmony to the profile, contact our team today to book a private consultation. Dr. Mather will answer all your questions with precision and care, creating a one-of-a-kind treatment plan that restores your confidence and peace of mind.