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Plastic and cosmetic surgeries, including Nose Job, are procedures that should not be taken lightly. In most circumstances it is wise to seek a specialist for consultation and to perform your procedure should you choose to move forward with it. Below are listings of Nose Job specialists that you can contact in order to talk to them about your goals for the procedure, potential risks, prices, and more.

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Nose job surgery is considered "elective" when it is done for purely cosmetic purposes. In these cases, the purpose is to change the shape of the nose to one that the patient finds more desirable. Age may be a consideration. Many nose job surgeons prefer not to perform cosmetic nose surgery until the growth of the nasal bone is completed.

In other cases, nose job surgery may be needed for medical purposes. For example, nose job surgery may be needed to treat a serious breathing problem or an injury. Age may be less of a factor. Cosmetic nose jobs are also known as rhinoplasty. The procedure can reduce or increase the size of the nose, narrow the span of the nostrils, change the angle between the nose and upper lip, and/or change the tip or bridge of the nose. Nose jobs can also correct some breathing problems.

Rhinoplasty involves the resculpting of the bone and cartilage. When operating on the nose, the surgeon can either work from within the nose by making an incision inside the nose, or work from the outside by making a small incision across the tissue that separates the nostrils. The latter is known as an "open" procedure.

Possible complications associated with rhinoplasty may include, but are not limited to, the following: repetitive surgery; surgery complications; burst blood vessels; scarring.

Although not common, sometimes, a second nose job procedure may be required to correct a minor deformity that occurs as a result of the initial rhinoplasty. As in any surgery, there is a risk of infection or reaction to the anesthesia. Nosebleeds can also occur after surgery. Sometimes, small blood vessels may burst causing tiny red spots on the nose to surface. The spots are usually minor in appearance but can be permanent. With the "open" procedure, there is the possibility of scarring on the base of the nose.

Rhinoplasty can be performed under local or general anesthesia, depending on the extent of the procedure and the patient's preference. It may be performed in a surgeon's office-based facility, a hospital, or an outpatient surgery center. Complex nose job procedures may require a short inpatient stay. The procedure usually takes an hour or two, but may take longer. With local anesthesia, the nose and the surrounding area is numbed. The patient will usually be lightly sedated, but awake during the surgery -- relaxed and insensitive to pain. General anesthesia allows the patient to sleep through the operation, and is typically used in children.

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Competency in plastic surgery implies a combination of knowledge, surgical judgment, technical expertise and ethics in order to achieve the goal of providing aesthetic improvement. If you're considering having a Nose Job or some other cosmetic surgery we offer tips and advice to help you choose a surgeon and plastic surgery procedure.

In addition to the benefits of cosmetic surgery, make sure you understand its limitations.
• Don't expect perfection.
• Have realistic expectations. A Nose Job can reshape your body, but not your life.
• Know the plastic surgery risks.
• Don't do it on the cheap. Pay what it takes for safe surgery.
• Make sure your plastic surgeon is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
• Do your homework. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

As the demand grows for plastic surgery, consumers must realize that all procedures carry risks. If you are thinking about having a plastic surgery, become an informed consumer about the specific procedure and its risks. Select a qualified doctor. Have realistic expectations about the results and know the benefits and limitations.

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