Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure performed on the nose for its reshaping, adjustment, correction, or changing shape. Rhinoplasty is becoming a popular and commonly used procedure by many of us. Most of the time this procedure is done to improve the structure of the nose or for some medical reason like correcting the breathing problems and correct the disfigurement resulting from any trauma or birth defects.
Several conditions lead you to opt for the rhinoplasty such as a wide and big nose, a bump on the nose, drooping nose from the tip, a broken bone of the nose, a deviated septum. Besides this, rhinoplasty is also being done for cosmetic reasons to change the shape of the nose or enhancement of beauty.
Every candidate who is looking forward to getting nose surgery often ponders on the point that am I a good candidate for rhinoplasty.
First of all, if you have opted for rhinoplasty you must be aware of the complete procedure of the surgery. What makes you suitable for rhinoplasty and what are the reasons that make you suitable for the surgery.
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Nose shape:
A person with a large, crooked, droopy nose can be a good candidate for the surgery. Moreover, if your nose is having a bump then you must opt for the nose job. If your nose shape is deformed, making you feel embarrassed then you are a good candidate to look forward to rhinoplasty.
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Skin type:
A person with thin skin is a good candidate for the nose job. On the other side, a person with thick skin is not suitable for performing rhinoplasty as it gets more swollen and makes the imperfections less visible. The person with thin skin is less prone to swelling and develops fewer scars. Thick skin candidates become tighter after the surgery after putting pressure on the underlying bones or cartilage and deform the nose. Your surgeon will examine your skin before the surgery.
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Age Factor:
Your age plays an important role to decide whether you are a good candidate for rhinoplasty or not. Mostly the surgeon prefers the candidate must be nearly 22 years old. If your age is above 18 years then you are a good candidate for rhinoplasty whereas children with soft supple skin and organs not fully developed are not suitable for performing a nose job. In short, rhinoplasty is often performed on a patient whose face has reached skeletal maturity.
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Good health:
Possessing good health must be a plus point in opting for rhinoplasty. If you have good health with no serious medical condition then you are a good candidate for rhinoplasty. If you are suffering from some health-related issues and dependent on medicines then you are not a good candidate for the surgery. The candidate must be in good physical health and should not be allergic to any sort of drug used during the surgery
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Drinking and Smoking:
A person willing to perform Rhinoplasty should not be a regular drinker or smoker. A regular drinker and smoker who could not leave drinking or smoking for a month or two is not a good candidate for rhinoplasty. This is because the surgeon can ask you to quit smoking and drinking for weeks before and after the surgery.
Conclusion:
All the above-mentioned points will help you to understand, whether you are a good candidate for rhinoplasty or not.
