Q. Is non-open nose surgery possible? A complete guide to concerns about general anesthesia

If you are preparing for revision rhinoplasty, it is natural to have questions and concerns about the surgical method and anesthesia. In particular, many people commonly wonder whether osteotomy can be performed using a non-open approach and whether general anesthesia is safe.

In this article, we will calmly organize the real possibility of non-open nose surgery and how to understand concerns about general anesthesia.

Q. The date for my revision nose surgery is coming up soon. This time, the doctor explained that the surgery would be performed using a non-open osteotomy, followed by silicone insertion and suturing the alar base with cartilage.

However, I do not really understand whether non-open osteotomy is actually a possible surgical method, and I have never experienced general anesthesia before, so I am worried and afraid of anesthesia.

A. Osteotomy is certainly possible with a non-open nose surgery approach. Just because the skin is not widely incised on the outside does not mean there is a problem with working on the bone. The procedure is performed through incisions inside the nose, followed by dissection and then osteotomy, so there is no issue with the surgery itself.

Also, it is understandable to worry if you have never experienced general anesthesia, but before surgery, basic tests and condition checks are performed sufficiently, and anesthesia is administered afterward. During anesthesia, continuous monitoring is also carried out, so you do not need to be overly anxious. Because the procedure is managed with safety as the top priority, it would be helpful to have one more thorough consultation with the medical staff before surgery regarding the plan you were given.

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Today, we would like to explain the surgical direction through a case of a person who had many concerns about a slightly upturned, half-curve nose line.

Based on the case of a patient who actually received a consultation for revision rhinoplasty at COWON in Apgujeong, this person had a complex because of a broad nose tip that appeared to spread sideways. Let us compare the before-and-after photos of the alar cartilage suturing procedure side by side.

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Many people visit for a consultation on revision rhinoplasty in Apgujeong because they are dissatisfied with the results of a previous surgery and are concerned about complications.

In this patient's case, when viewed from the front and using the bridge of the nose as a reference, it was confirmed that the nose was slightly deviated and curved to one side. I will explain how correction is carried out in such cases.

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To improve a half-curve nose, alar cartilage suturing surgery can be performed to naturally lift the tip of the nose while reducing the force that causes it to droop downward.

This patient already had sufficient bridge height, so the plan was to proceed without silicone or any implant. Let us now look at the results.

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In the preoperative photos, the bridge line appears somewhat uneven, but after surgery, the bridge can be seen as straighter and more refined. Overall, the impression became clearer, changing to a more polished look.

In particular, the problem of the nose appearing curved from the side due to the half-curve nose was significantly improved. The tip line was neatly refined, and the impression that had previously looked somewhat protruding because of the uneven bridge became more balanced after surgery. As the bridge was naturally refined, the overall facial proportions were also brought into better balance.

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It is important not only to make a specific area look good, but also to balance the face by considering the individual's facial shape and the proportions of the features.

If you are considering revision rhinoplasty in Apgujeong, sufficient consultation and careful judgment are necessary. This is because deciding to undergo another surgery after being dissatisfied with the first result can be burdensome for anyone.

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For reference, the woman introduced this time was not a revision rhinoplasty case in Apgujeong; she visited for the purpose of improving a half-curve nose.

Next, let us compare the before-and-after photos. Many people think that if the nostrils appear spread out, they must undergo reduction surgery.

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However, as in this case, there are many instances where the spread-out appearance can be improved with alar cartilage suturing alone, without directly reducing the nostrils.

This person also had a nose that spread sideways and appeared slightly curved, but after surgery, the lines were neatly refined in both the front and side views. If you are concerned about a half-curve nose or feel that your nose bridge looks curved, we recommend deciding on an appropriate surgical plan through a personalized consultation.

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