Nose Surgery
Nose reshaping (Rhinoplasty) and improvement of breathing (Functional Rhinoplasty)
The nose is perhaps the most noticeable part of the face, due to its central location. Minor deformities and irregularities are very difficult to hide or camouflage and are more eye-catching than any other area of the face. Nasal proportions should be in harmony with each other and with the rest of the face and body features. A long thin nose that looks perfect in a tall, thin person with a long face will look out of place in a short stocky person with wide face.
Rhinoplasty is the art of enhancing the shape of the nose and may involve improvement of breathing. Rhinoplasty can be done either by open or closed approach according to the degree of nasal deformity and the corrections needed to be done. In the closed rhinoplasty all the incisions needed to reshape the nose are made from inside the nose, while in open rhinoplasty there is a small incision done at the base of the nose between the 2 nostrils at the columella (the portion of your nose between your nostrils). This columellar incision is usually unnoticeable due to its hidden location and usually heals exceptionally well.
Functionally Rhinoplasty involves improving breathing after one has had a prior nose surgery or nasal trauma/broken nose. This procedure may be done to improve the nasal airway as well as the outward appearance of the nose. Dr. Lin’s specialty is functional and cosmetic rhinoplasty, as he is Board Certified in Plastic Surgery and Otolaryngology. Insurance may cover portions of nose surgery relating to breathing issues.
Among other articles, Dr. Lin has written an online article related to nasal breathing and nose surgery; this article may be found at: http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/874822-overview
