For as long as there have been records, the rhinoplasty procedure has been one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures performed each year. Also known as a ‘nose job’, the rhinoplasty has the remarkable ability to change the look of the face ranging anywhere from slightly to dramatically. It can also help enable better nasal breathing when combined with septum surgery, offering dual benefits in some patients.
But as with many other types of surgeries, the ‘look’ of rhinoplasties over the years has changed. Small, “button” noses have gone in and out of style over the years, as have certain celebrity noses.
Today, rhinoplasties are still one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures in the world, but the trend in the look of the nose has changed in recent years. While smaller noses are still a common request, there is a new push towards more natural, subtle changes in the appearance of the nose.
Another new trend that has emerged in recent years is the liquid rhinoplasty which uses dermal fillers like hyaluronic acid to subtly change the look of the nose. The benefits to the liquid rhinoplasty are multifold. First, because you are using hyaluronic acid, your procedure can be easily reversed if you are unhappy, should you choose to dissolve your fillers. Next, it is more affordable than a full surgical rhinoplasty because it only involves hyaluronic acid filler injections to the nose. This also means there is less down time involved, and your results will be noticeable much sooner than with a surgical rhinoplasty. Plus, because the liquid rhinoplasty uses hyaluronic acid, the body is more likely to accept the fillers because hyaluronic acid is a naturally occuring substance in the body.
That being said, a surgical rhinoplasty is still the ‘gold standard’ when it comes to nose jobs. A surgical rhinoplasty make take more time to heal, but the results are permanent and can look very natural when your surgeon takes the time to harmonize the look of your nose with the rest of your face.
If you are interested in learning more about your rhinoplasty options and which type of rhinoplasty would work best to achieve your goals, please reach out to Dr. Mitchell’s office for a consultation today.