There are several symptoms associated with a deviated septum, an extremely common condition that affects a large segment of the population. A properly-aligned septum, which refers to an internal strip of bone and cartilage, separates the nasal cavities in a way that allows airflow to pass freely through the left and right nostrils. When a septum is crooked or deviated, […]
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The best rhinoplasty technique to improve the proportions of your nose will depend on your goals and the concerns you wish to repair — factors that double board-certified facial plastic surgeon Scott Shadfar, MD will help you assess during the surgical process. In general, open and closed rhinoplasty each have their own advantages and limitations. Although the techniques for each […]
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The only way to repair a deviated septum is through a surgical procedure known as septoplasty, which can be performed as part of rhinoplasty in cases where a patient also wants to enhance the appearance of their nose. A deviated septum is a very common nasal defect in which the septum—the partition of bone and cartilage between the nostrils—is crooked. […]
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The nose is the most commonly fractured facial bone resulting from trauma. If evaluated and treated in a timely manner, this type of injury does not usually cause lasting damage. While learning you may have a suspected nose fracture can understandably cause a sense of panic, the first step in repairing the break is seeing a qualified facial plastic surgeon […]
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Rhinoplasty is a nose reshaping procedure performed to achieve a harmonious balance between the nose and the rest of the face. Like all cosmetic surgeries, rhinoplasty involves a moderate recovery period wherein some activities may be temporarily prohibited while the nose heals. The goal is to ensure the nasal framework is not placed under unnecessary strain while it is still […]
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Scott Shadfar, MD of the Aesthetic Institute of Oklahoma discusses potential postoperative rhinoplasty complications that may warrant a secondary rhinoplasty procedure. Edmond, OK — Rhinoplasty, also known as nasal surgery and/or a “nose job,” is considered by many to be one of the most intricate and challenging surgical operations performed today, states Dr. Scott Shadfar, a Fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeon […]
Read MoreFrom displeasure with the aesthetic outcome of surgery to functional issues that remain unresolved, there are many reasons why individuals who have previously received an unsatisfactory nose job may desire to have a corrective procedure performed. You may be a good candidate for revision (secondary) rhinoplasty if: You are unhappy with the size, shape, and/or overall appearance of your nose […]
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Rhinoplasty is widely regarded as one of the most complex plastic surgical procedures performed today. As such, there can be a number of issues and/or unrealized expectations that occur when the nasal surgery is performed by an inexperienced or unqualified physician, or if the body heals in a fashion that was not expected. The good news is, a corrective procedure […]
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Generally speaking, the basic surgical technique employed for rhinoplasty will not differ between women and men. For example, a closed (or scarless) rhinoplasty for a male patient will be performed the same way as it would be for a female patient – using tiny incisions made inside the nose. The same is true for open rhinoplasty, which involves a small […]
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If you are thinking about undergoing rhinoplasty – sometimes referred to as a nose job – you probably already know that the procedure can help improve the aesthetics and/or functional integrity of the nose. The question you may have now is which particular areas of the nose can be addressed during surgery? Below, I’ve listed the various parts of the […]
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