Is Rhinoplasty Right for You?

Many patients feel more confident and hopeful following a nose surgery.

Rhinoplasty, commonly known as nose surgery, has consistently been one of the most highly sought after and recommended cosmetic procedures in the country year after year. The popularity of this procedure is due to its vast success rates and how it is used to correct a wide range of problems.

Two of the most common reasons patients opt for Rhinoplasty are for beauty and health reasons. Unfortunately, some people have damaged their nose in an accident, misshapen as a result of an injury, or were born with certain nasal deformities or enlarged features, leading to significant discomfort and embarrassment. Meanwhile, others seek nasal surgery to correct breathing problems through rebuilding their nasal passages. Whether patients pursue this procedure to benefit from facial alignment or for health-related issues, there are numerous reasons to pursue Rhinoplasty.

According to research published in Clinical Psychological Science, the vast majority of individuals who pursue plastic surgery have more joy in life following their procedure. As Rhinoplasty remains one of the most popular cosmetic procedures in the country with around 400,000 operations each year, most can assume that a large portion of these patients have more confidence in addition to being able to breath more easily after their nose surgery.

“When comparing the results of the psychological tests of the surgical patients to those who had not had plastic surgery, people who … [did] had higher self-esteem, experienced less anxiety and felt healthier overall,” the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery explained on its blog. “Additionally, those who opted for the procedure reported that they were happier with their bodies as a whole, not just the area on which they had work done.”

Traditionally, Rhinoplasty was only reserved for those with severe nasal problems, with the advancement of modern science, it is easier than ever for people around the country to begin feeling better about their facial appearance and nasal health.

To learn more about the numerous benefits of nose surgery, consult with an expert plastic surgeon today!