Methods: Open (incision on the columella, for complex cases) and
Closed (all incisions are internal, no visible scars).
Anesthesia: Almost always general anesthesia. The surgery lasts
1–3 hours.
Recovery: A splint (cast) is worn for
7–10 days. Major bruising usually subsides within 2 weeks.
Results: Initial results are visible after a month; final results appear only after
6–12 months, once internal swelling has fully resolved.
Complexity: This is the most unpredictable plastic surgery, as tissues can scar differently for each individual.
- Important: The priority is not just an "aesthetic nose," but ensuring that breathing remains clear and healthy.