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Nose Surgery (Rhinoplasty)
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| Dr. Arzadon offers Rhinoplasty for patients in Washington, DC, Arlington, Alexandria and surrounding areas of Virginia. |
| Every year, hundreds of thousands of people throughout the United States elect to improve the appearance and/or function of their noses through nose surgery or rhinoplasty. Some people want a different size or shape. Others wish to repair damage caused by an injury, and some just want to breathe easier. Nose surgery is performed by Dr. Arzadon for patients from Arlington and throughout Virginia to improve self-confidence or breathing. |
How is Nose Surgery in Washington, DC Performed?
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| Rhinoplasty is the reshaping of the nose. Most incisions are made inside the nose, where they are invisible. The skin and tissues of the nose along with the underlying bone and cartilage are sculpted to your desired new shape. There are many alterations that can be made by Dr. Arzadon, including: |
- If your nose is too large: sculpt away cartilage to reduce its size.
- If your nose points up or droops down: can be redirected by trimming the septum which divides the two nasal passages.
- Skin can be removed from both sides of the nostrils at the center, to narrow the base of the nose.
- Contour can be improved by adding tissue.
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How Much Does Rhinoplasty Cost?
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| Breathing problems are common, even in younger people. Correcting problems that interfere with your breathing may be covered by your health insurance. However, when a rhinoplasty is performed for cosmetic reasons, it may not be covered, in part or in whole, by your health insurance. It is your responsibility to check with their insurance provider for information on the degree of coverage. We will be happy to answer any questions you have regarding payment. |
What Can I Expect After Rhinoplasty?
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| After Dr. Arzadon performs rhinoplasty, patients are up and active within 2 days. Your first day should be spent in bed with your head elevated. You will wear a small splint over your nose to protect it and keep it stable, for a week or so. Your nose and head will probably ache and your face will feel puffy. This discomfort can be alleviated with medication prescribed by your surgeon. After about 3 days, the swelling and bruising around your eyes will begin to subside. It should be almost completely gone in about 2 weeks. Cold compresses applied to the area will help reduce the swelling. |
| Some bleeding is common the first few days after surgery, along with some stuffiness that could last a few weeks. It is recommended that you not blow your nose during the first week while the tissues are healing. After 10 - 12 days all dressings, splints, and sutures should be removed and you can return to a normal life. Strenuous activities, rubbing or bumping your nose should be avoided for several more weeks. |
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