Blog

The Different Types of Rhinoplasty Explained

Many experts consider rhinoplasty surgery to be one of the most intricate plastic surgeries to perform because everyone’s nose plays a central role in the function and appearance of the face. Changing your nose’s structure can not only help its function but may also improve harmony among all your facial features.

When performing a rhinoplasty, double board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. W. Marshall Guy can remove cartilage, add tissue, reduce an overly large nose, straighten a crooked nose, correct a bumpy or flat nasal bridge, and reshape your nose. Read on to learn about various rhinoplasty options.

1. Revision Rhinoplasty

As its name suggests, a rhinoplasty revision is essentially a “do-over” procedure for people who have previously undergone a rhinoplasty and weren’t satisfied with their results. When selecting a surgeon to perform your rhinoplasty revision, it’s important to choose wisely. Revision rhinoplasty surgery is often more challenging than the original procedure because the surgeon will have to work around existing scar tissue or replace damaged cartilage from the previous surgery.

2. Functional Rhinoplasty

With his extensive training in facial reconstruction, Dr. Guy often performs nose reshaping with the goal of correcting issues with breathing. These may be congenital or due to injury, like a broken nose. Some patients with respiratory issues may struggle with sleep apnea or snoring. They may also have trouble breathing through their nose, recurring sinus infections, and a limited sense of smell and taste. If you suffer from any of these issues, a function rhinoplasty can restore and improve your quality of life.

3. Ethnic Rhinoplasty

Ethnic rhinoplasty is the term used for any nose reconstruction performed on a race other than Caucasian. Dr. Guy understands that his patients of different ethnicity often want to preserve their natural characteristics while still obtaining the most aesthetically pleasing results. He considers each person’s distinctive appearance and facial anatomy when performing an ethnic rhinoplasty procedure and takes care to produce results that complement the patients’ facial features.

4. Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty

Dr. Guy often has patients who want to change the shape of their nose but also don’t want to undergo anesthesia, stitches, or potentially lengthy recovery times. In non-surgical rhinoplasty, Dr. Guy can use injectable fillers to correct imperfections such as a crooked nose. These fillers do not carry the risk associated with surgery, and there’s no downtime associated with this procedure.

It is important to consider that your body will eventually metabolize the biocompatible fillers, and the results of non-surgical rhinoplasty aren’t permanent. That means you may need to return for periodic touch-ups. If you decide that you like the look of your new nose, you can opt to undergo a surgical procedure later.

The Woodlands Leading Rhinoplasty Surgeon

If you’re considering a rhinoplasty in The Woodlands area, please contact us to schedule your consultation with Dr. Guy today. With a specialty in facial rejuvenation, Dr. Guy uses his knowledge, training, and talents to create outstanding, natural results. He and his team look forward to hearing from you soon!