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Rhinoplasty involves the sculpturing of nose primarily by reshaping the underlying bone and cartilage. The procedure is usually done under general anesthesia for the patient's comfort but on an outpatient basis. Incisions are usually made inside the nose and the soft tissue is elevated off the bone and cartilage. The tip of the nose is redefined by trimming and rearranging the cartilage while the nasal bump is usually bone and is chiseled off and reshaped. A splint is worn post-operatively for about 5-7 days. There is some bruising of the lower eyelid areas.

Many times, patients also have their chin's augmented at the same time as rhinoplasty. Individuals with weak chins or microgenia will benefit from a chin augmentation. An incision is made below the chin and a space is made over the chin. A silastic implant is inserted over the chin bone to increase the projection. Occasional liposuction is also done to remove the fat in the neck. Chin augmentation increases chin projection and makes the nose appear smaller.

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Aesthetic Enhancement Cosmetic & Laser Center Robert N. Young, M.D.
525 Oak Center #260 San Antonio TX 78258 210.496.2639
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