Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty
Non-surgical rhinoplasty is performed by injection of hyaluronic acid. It is a novel alternative to nose surgery.
Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty – The Essentials
During your consultation about hyaluronic acid nose injections, we will discuss the technique, risk of complications, and anticipated results.
Techniques
Non-surgical rhinoplasty is known as a non-surgical nose job, medical rhinoplasty, or simply nose injections. It involves changing the shape of the nose without surgery by adding hyaluronic acid by injection. This aesthetic medicine technique makes it possible to refine the tip of the nose or conceal a nasal hump without having to go through an operation or having to endure an extended period of convalescence.
Patients who desire non-surgical rhinoplasty should have realistic expectations and understand the need for periodic re-injections to maintain their desired appearance.
Hyaluronic acid is naturally present in our bodies. It plays a crucial role in hydrating the skin. Hyaluronic acid acts like a sponge retaining water, preserving the elasticity and tone of the skin.
Dr. Chen Lee performs his non-surgical rhinoplasty with injections of commercial hyaluronic acid fillers from Galderma. Galderma is a distributor of the leading and most popular brand of hyaluronic acid fillers in Canada. These injectable fillers do not contain animal protein minimizing the allergy risk. In addition, they are all 100% biodegradable.
Surgical rhinoplasty changes the external appearance of the nose by manipulating the structural anatomy of the nose. More specifically, a rhinoplasty surgeon can remove, add, or recontour the nasal cartilage or bone to permanently change the nose to a new desired shape.
Non-surgical rhinoplasty does not change the nasal anatomy. Reduction of tissue and reshaping of cartilage is not possible with non-surgical methods. Instead, the technique of non-surgical rhinoplasty aims to alter the external appearance of the nose by adding material to camouflage existing nasal traits.
Non-surgical nose injections are especially effective in nasal deformities with deficiencies, where the addition of filler by injection serves to conceal the deformity. A low nasal bridge and small nasal hump are classic deformities that respond well to nose injections.
In contrast, patients with deformities arising from excess nose dimensions such as a bulbous tip and wide nasal base are poor responders to non-surgical rhinoplasty. Adding filler material by nose injection will exacerbate the deformity in noses of excess dimension. These noses can only benefit from the surgical reduction of tissue to reduce its excessive dimension.
A well-performed surgical rhinoplasty offers a definitive and permanent change in the desired shape of the nose. In addition, functional airway obstruction can be addressed during the same nasal procedure. However, the benefits of surgical rhinoplasty must outweigh the risk, cost, and convalescence associated with surgery.
Non-surgical rhinoplasty with the use of injectable hyaluronic acid fillers is an alternative for people looking for defined, limited, and temporary nasal enhancements. Dr. Chen Lee recommends using well-known brands of hyaluronic acid fillers such as those from Galderma. The duration of the effect following non-surgical rhinoplasty is unique to each case. Most injections of hyaluronic acid are resorbed in the year following injection. To maintain the desired appearance of the nose, periodic re-injections are required at 6 to 12-month intervals. Furthermore, it is not possible to improve the respiratory function of the nose using injectable fillers.
Although not a substitute for cosmetic rhinoplasty, non-surgical rhinoplasty offers a less invasive procedure, performed in 15 minutes, lower expense, with a minimal recovery period, less discomfort, and does not require a specialized surgical facility (e.g. hospital or surgery center).
Treatment Considerations
Financing & Convalescence
FAQ – NON-SURGICAL RHINOPLASTY
A non-surgical rhinoplasty can be combined with other injectable treatments, such as wrinkle relaxers. Following treatment, you can resume your normal activities.
It is normal to have questions. Below are the most frequently asked questions about nose injections. It may help in deciding whether non-surgical rhinoplasty is right for you.
