The rhinoplasty procedure is one of the most commonly requested cosmetic procedures, worldwide. Some who feel dissatisfied with their reflection in the mirror may not yet be ready for the full surgical nose job procedure. Non-surgical options step in to allow men and women alike to see some of the benefits of altering their nose.
This aesthetic treatment uses dermal fillers to alter the look of the nose, in almost no time at all. You can pop into the clinic on your lunch break and get the procedure done just in time to return to the office.
But are non-surgical nose jobs considered to be safe? Are you an ideal candidate for this procedure?
How do non-surgical rhinoplasties work?
The very same dermal fillers that have for years been used to minimize those fine lines on the forehead or plump up cheeks are used to alter the appearance of the nose. With carefully targeted injections of dermal filler, the nose can be reshaped so that the patient sees that wanted aesthetic improvement without the need for surgery.
Fillers can be injected around a prominent bump, to result in a nose that looks perfectly straight. Filler injected around the nose tip can make the nose look more refined.
Just how safe is the non-surgical nose job?
Safety is always important to address. It is also important to disclose your full medical history, so any potential complications can be discussed. According to Dr Peter Laniewski, when you’re reviewing nose fillers details & images during your consultation you’ll learn that the dermal fillers have been safely used for countless patients over many years.
It’s certainly true that cosmetic surgery is now safer than it has ever been before. However, those same advances that have led to safer surgical techniques have allowed for the emergence of safer non-surgical alternatives for similar procedures.
With a non-surgical procedure, the risks are lowered when compared to surgical alternatives. There is much less downtime required, many find that they can get their procedure done while on their work lunch break. There are far fewer side effects and of course, there is no pain felt.
The fillers that are used for this procedure are considered to be biocompatible. What this means is that they are not harmful to the body. They will ultimately be broken down and removed naturally from the body. They are produced in sterile laboratories, to eliminate the risk of infection.
The non-surgical rhinoplasty is considered to be a very safe cosmetic procedure, and may even offer some benefits over the surgical alternative.
Are there any side-effects of the non-surgical rhinoplasty?
Most cosmetic procedures, whether surgical or not, will have some small side-effects to be aware of. There may be some redness or swelling and tenderness at the injection sites. These will resolve on their own in just a few short days.
The non-surgical rhinoplasty is not a permanent solution, which is often something that patients enjoy. Results can last up to 18 months, at which point patients can opt to refresh their filler treatment or even decide that the surgical option is their next step.