When considering rhinoplasty, also known as a nose job, it helps to understand the procedure’s basics. Though you may have read about many techniques, including as ethnic rhinoplasty, teenage rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, and gender-affirming procedures, all these different approaches require one of two fundamental methods.
Open and closed rhinoplasty are two surgical pathways into the nasal framework to alter the cartilage and bone architecture. Here is an inside look into what these procedures entail and how your results may vary, depending on which type your plastic surgeon recommends.
What Is Closed Rhinoplasty?
Closed rhinoplasty takes place inside the patient’s nasal structure to correct asymmetry and respiration. The entire operation, including aesthetic improvements and functional factors for breathing, uses internal incisions to make changes. Once the surgeon finishes making the desired alterations, they will close the surgical incisions with absorbable sutures.
Advantages of Closed Rhinoplasty
Though Dr. Cambeiro prefers an open approach, he believes a closed rhinoplasty can be a viable method. He has performed many nose jobs employing the closed technique, and believes a closed rhinoplasty may be the better choice where less work is necessary.
While scarring with open rhinoplasty fades and is barely noticeable in most patients, the closed rhinoplasty has the advantage of leaving no visible scarring. Additionally, a closed rhinoplasty has the short-term benefit of having somewhat less swelling during the recovery period. Therefore, if Dr. Cambiero determines you are a good candidate for a closed nose job, it is worthwhile to discuss whether this option makes sense.
What Is Open Rhinoplasty?
The open rhinoplasty approach exposes nasal structures below the skin to give your surgeon an unobstructed view of what they need to change. During an open rhinoplasty, Dr. Cambiero makes a small Z-shaped incision on the columella, which is the strip of tissue separating your nostrils. The incision is tiny, and with diligent care, any noticeable scarring should fade quickly.
Advantages of an Open Rhinoplasty
This approach allows for a more accurate and precise change to the nose shape because opening the nose allows the surgeon to fully see the nasal anatomy. Dr. Cambeiro believes given today’s modern and detailed techniques, the open approach is a viable option for three reasons:
- It allows him to measure and analyze the nasal anatomy. As an expert in rhinoplasty, Dr. Cambeiro spends considerable time examining the structure of each patient’s nose to ensure the most accurate correction. An open technique allows him to see any abnormalities that may not be apparent during an external examination.
- Beyond allowing Dr. Cambiero to see inside your nose, an open rhinoplasty affords him much more precision during surgery.
- Lastly, an open rhinoplasty enables a qualified surgeon to use advanced cartilage grafting techniques. With an open rhinoplasty, Dr. Cambeiro can place the grafts to give extended support and structure.
Rhinoplasty Surgery in Las Vegas
To see why Dr. Cambeiro’ s qualifications and experience make him the best rhinoplasty surgeon in Las Vegas, call us at (702) 734-8100 or request a meeting today.