Rhinoplasty is a cosmetic surgical procedure performed to improve the appearance of a person’s nose. A study conducted by Glasgold group about rhinoplasty showed that there is positive psychological change following cosmetic rhinoplasty. The results indicated that moderate improvements in self esteem and social relationships are greatly enhanced for all patients. Significant changes where reflected among the younger age group, indicating that in the stage of emotional and social maturation, an established positive physical self image is necessary. On the other hand, the changes which reflected in a lesser degree among the older age group still suggest that the role of physical appearance is important throughout life. Sufficed to say, majority of the patients are satisfied on the results.

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Thanks to modern science, a nose job has become one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures among Asians. Technological advances have made “new” noses look natural on Asian faces. A recent advance material Gore-Tex which is easy to mold, flexible, soft, and non-biodegradable characteristics is the best implant material so far. It is micro-porous and proven to be tissue friendly. A typical surgery using Gore-Tex takes about 90 minutes. Preliminary work may include trimming and repositioning of the cartilage, breaking the nasal bone, and grafting. After the surgery, it usually takes a week for the swelling around the nose area to subside. The healing process of Gore-Tex does not involve capsular formation; there is tissue in-growth. The material adheres to the nasal bone and therefore gives a natural look. It is resistant to trauma. There is no long-term deviation or migration. It can absorb minimal impact without the fear of extrusion. With these properties a patient who had Gore-Tex rhinoplasty can engage into sports. By the third week, the patient can already start showing off the new and improved look.

There are two types of plastic surgery: Reconstructive and cosmetic. Reconstructive surgery from the word reconstruction deals with repair. If one had an operation that resulted to a deformation, like that of a breast cancer patient who needs to have her mammary glands back, then that is where reconstructive surgery comes in. Cosmetic surgery is what we often call vanity operation, it is done to improve physical disposition. This type of surgery has two types: Surgical and non surgical. Surgical includes rhynoplasty (reshaping of the nose) breast reduction or enlargement, liposuction among others. Non surgical procedures includes dermabrassion (lightening of scars), laser peeling and other skin oriented operation meant for that flawless look.