A Review of Philtrum Reduction Surgery: Know This One Thing Before You Read

A Review of Philtrum Reduction Surgery,

Know This One Thing Before You Read

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A Review of Philtrum Reduction Surgery

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The first thing people searching for reviews of

philtrum reduction surgery look for is a review.

However, after reading several reviews,

many people end up feeling even more confused.

Some say they have no scar at all,

while others say a mark remains. If it is the same surgery,

why are the results so different?

What is the key factor that creates this difference,

what is the actual recovery process like after surgery,

and in which cases is this surgery not recommended?

We will honestly explain all of this in this article.

This one article may be more helpful than a single line from a review.

If You Are Concerned About Scarring, Check the Surgical Method First

A Review of Philtrum Reduction Surgery

There is one question that comes up first

in the consultation room before philtrum reduction surgery.

What if I have a mark under my nose?

Won't I develop a scar?

This concern is not unfounded.

In fact, it is something you should 반드시 consider

before deciding to undergo surgery.

Philtrum reduction surgery involves removing skin,

but there is one fact that many people overlook.

The standards in plastic surgery textbooks and papers

are mostly based on Caucasian skin.

Because of their skin characteristics, Caucasians are less likely

to develop noticeable scars, so directly incising under the nose is less concerning.

However, even when the same method is used on East Asian skin,

there is a higher possibility that a visible scar will remain,

and once a scar forms, it is difficult to reverse.

After seeing patients who visited us because they were concerned

about scarring after undergoing a direct-incision procedure,

we have repeatedly confirmed how significantly

the design of the incision location affects the result.

That is why Globie chose a method

in which the incision is placed inside the nostrils.

When necessary, the incision may be extended slightly toward the alar area,

but even then, it is designed so that the scar is hidden inside the nose.

In addition, rather than finishing with skin excision alone,

we use a combined method that also lifts and secures

the philtrum tissue from the inside with sutures.

This applies both an external reduction and internal support,

which may help maintain the effect

while reducing the burden of a visible external scar.

However, to be completely honest,

it is difficult to eliminate the possibility of scarring

entirely even with this method.

Also, if the primary cause is a midface issue

stemming from the oral structure or dental alignment

rather than the length of the philtrum,

it is difficult to expect fundamental improvement

from philtrum reduction surgery alone.

For these patients, it is Globie's principle

to explain that accurately identifying the cause

is necessary before considering surgery.

What Recovery Is Really Like After Surgery

A Review of Philtrum Reduction Surgery

Once you understand the surgical method,

the next most practical questions

naturally follow.

How long will the swelling last?

How many days until I can return to daily life?

We will answer honestly.

The day of surgery is more comfortable than you might expect.

Because the procedure is performed under anesthesia,

you will feel little to no pain during surgery,

with only slight discomfort inside the nose immediately afterward.

A small amount of bleeding inside the nose may occur

within one to two days after surgery,

but you must avoid touching the inside of your nose

with your fingers or a cotton swab, as this may cause inflammation.

Simply wiping away any blood that flows out

lightly with gauze is sufficient.

The most challenging point is the third day after surgery.

Swelling is usually at its worst around this time,

but once you get past this point,

things quickly become more comfortable.

The stitches are removed on the seventh day,

and makeup is allowed from the day after stitch removal.

Even before the stitches are removed, you can wear light makeup

as long as you avoid the surgical site,

so you can often return to daily activities sooner than initially expected.

There is one thing you must pay particular attention to during recovery.

A Review of Philtrum Reduction Surgery

For two months after surgery,

the surgical site is sensitive to ultraviolet rays.

Repeated exposure to ultraviolet rays while the skin is healing

can cause hyperpigmentation,

which can make the scar more noticeable.

Therefore, it is important to apply sunscreen thoroughly

when going outside.

You must also avoid drinking alcohol and smoking

for one month after surgery.

These are among the most direct factors that can slow recovery

and increase the risk of infection.

Surgical results are not determined in the operating room alone.

In clinical practice, we often see cases where the way recovery is managed

affects the final result.

Although philtrum reduction surgery may appear to be a minor procedure,

the design of the incision location and postoperative care

can significantly affect the result.

That is why results differ from one review to another.

At Globie Plastic Surgery Clinic,

we transparently explain the possibility of complications

and the recovery process as they are, for our patients' safety.

Please first accurately determine whether philtrum reduction surgery

is appropriate for your case,

and, if it is appropriate, which approach is best suited to you.

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A Review of Philtrum Reduction Surgery