Rhinoplasty
If you are unhappy with the way your nose looks, an effective solution may be to consider rhinoplasty in Tucson from Dr. Jerold Olson. This procedure can add balance and harmony to all of your facial features. Dr. Olson is known in the local community as a rhinoplasty specialist and has the skill and experience to achieve excellent results.
To learn more about rhinoplasty at Foothills Dermatology & Facial Plastic Surgery, call (520) 731-1110 or click here to request a consultation online.
Selecting Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty, also known as nose surgery, reshapes the nose while preserving your unique features to create a naturally enhanced appearance. Dr. Olson performs nose surgery by sculpting nasal tissue, cartilage and bone into a desirable form. This procedure can:
- Diminish the size of the nose
- Augment the size of the nose
- Refine the shape of the nose tip or bridge
- Narrow nostril width
- Fine-tune the angle between the nose and upper lip
- Repair breathing difficulty due to nasal abnormalities
- Improve genetic defects or the results of traumatic injury
- Balance facial features
Dr. Olson may use one of two techniques for his Tucson rhinoplasty patients: the open or closed approach. The techniques differ in the location of the incisions. Dr. Olson is highly skilled in both techniques to provide the optimal approach for his patients.
- The closed approach is best for patients who are looking for less-extensive changes to their nose shape. The technique uses incisions located entirely inside the nose so there is no visible scarring.
- The open approach is best for people who require greater access to the underlying nasal structure. This technique involves incisions that are placed inside the nose as well as an incision across the strip of skin separating the nostrils (the columella).
Dr. Olson may recommend a chin implant in conjunction with nose surgery to create a more balanced profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will happen at my consultation with Dr. Olson?
You will learn about factors that can influence your procedure such as nasal structure, bones, cartilage, skin thickness, and overall facial shape. Dr. Olson uses computer imaging software so that he can give you a customized "preview" of what your results could look like. Patients find that the computer imaging process helps them to refine their ideas about what the surgery can achieve and helps them to discuss their options. Together with Dr. Olson, you will identify the appropriate technique for your procedure.
What can I expect during my rhinoplasty recovery?
Dr. Olson provides his patients with guidelines to follow that will help ensure a smooth recovery and great results. He will provide patient comfort tips to relieve discomfort that you may experience following surgery. You will be prescribed pain medication for the first few days of recovery. Dr. Olson recommends that his patients allow 7 to 10 days for rest, at which time much of the swelling and bruising should subside. Exercise should be avoided for a few weeks thereafter, but you'll likely be performing most of your normal activities in about a week.
