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There are numerous ways to conduct rhinoplasty surgery, and the surgeon will decide which one is best for the patient depending on many factors, such as their current shape and their desired outcome.
The least invasive type is a ‘closed rhinoplasty, which only involves incisions being made inside the nostrils. A benefit of this is that scarring is well hidden, however, it limits access to nasal structures during surgery. In comparison, ‘open rhinoplasty involves incisions across the columella between the nostrils as well as inside the nostrils, giving the surgeon full access to nasal structures.
‘Reduction rhinoplasty’ is another term used to describe nose surgery, as many patients require a reduction in nose length or bridge size. Additionally, the term ‘revision rhinoplasty’ refers to a secondary nasal surgery that corrects aesthetic or functional issues that may have arisen from the initial procedure.