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Rhinoplasty SURGERY

Precision that transforms your profile.

“Rhinoplasty is sculpting in millimeters. It's where form meets function — we improve breathing, refine proportions, and enhance confidence without ever making it obvious something was done.”

- Dr. Parag Mahadik

What is Rhinoplasty &
what are its benefits?

Rhinoplasty, commonly referred to as a 'nose job,' is a surgical procedure that reshapes or resizes the nose to improve facial harmony or breathing function. It can correct aesthetic concerns such as a dorsal hump, drooping tip, wide bridge, or asymmetry, as well as functional issues like deviated septum or chronic nasal obstruction. Although it is a most satisfying to the patient, it is also believed to be the most complex of all Cosmetic surgical procedures. The problem is, ‘there is no one nose that fits all’. Each nose should be tailored to suit the face on which it lives. Not all Cosmetic and Cosmetic surgeons want to delve into the territory of rhinoplasty.

Benefits:
• Enhances overall facial balance and symmetry
• Refines nasal profile and proportions
• Improves nasal breathing (if combined with septoplasty)
• Corrects trauma or birth-related deformities
• Boosts self-esteem and personal confidence

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TYPES OF A RHINOPLASTY

1. Open Rhinoplasty – Involves a small incision at the base of the nose, offering complete visibility and precision.


2. Open Rhinoplasty –All incisions are hidden within the nostrils; suitable for minor reshaping.


3. Revision Rhinoplasty – Corrective surgery for previously operated noses.


4. Septorhinoplasty – Combines aesthetic rhinoplasty with internal septum correction for better breathing.

AM I A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR A RHINOPLASTY?

If you’re seeking a subtle, refined improvement that enhances rather than distracts, rhinoplasty may be right for you. Our commended Mumbai specialist Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Parag Mahadik will guide you with honest advice on what can realistically be achieved.

Rhinoplasty is for individuals who want to reshape their nose to better match their facial features or to improve nasal function. But more than that, it's for people who are ready to make a personal change - not to copy someone else, but to feel more in touch with their beauty, be aligned with themselves, and to discover a new, intricately calculated facial aesthetic.

You may be a good candidate if you:
- Are over 18 and your nose has completed its growth - Want to feel confident about the way your nose ‘fits’ in your face - Feel your nose is out of balance with the rest of your face, and want a natural way to achieve facial cohesion - Are mentally and emotionally prepared, with realistic expectations - Do not smoke or are willing to stop during the recovery phase - Do not have medical conditions that could impair healing

THE BLEPHAROPLASTY PROCEDURE

Rhinoplasty is performed under general anaesthesia as a day procedure. You'll be able to go home a couple of hours after surgery with someone to escort you. The operation typically takes between 2 to 4 hours, depending on the complexity of your case. Dr. Parag Mahadik uses the open approach to gain full access to the nasal framework. Once exposed, the bone and cartilage are sculpted, repositioned, or augmented depending on the problem being addressed.

Hump Reduction:
1. Excess bone and cartilage from the nasal bridge are shaved down to create a smoother, more refined slope.
2. Prominent, slim and straight noses are attractive. Sometimes the bone on the top and middle of the nose overgrows to give a hump. Even slight changes in size will throw facial proportions out of harmony.
3. Hump reduction is a procedure to shave off that excess bone and readjust the cartilage framework. The procedure will give a nice slanting slope to your nose. In some large noses, reduction of a hump make the nasal tip appear larger than before.
4. So a ‘tip-plasty’ has to be incorporated in the procedure for large noses with a hump.


Augmentation:
1. Flat nasal bridges (common in Asian or ethnic noses) are elevated using grafts — from your own cartilage or synthetic implants — to add height and projection.
2. flatter nose can be very detrimental for an otherwise attractive face. Small flat nose – In small flat noses, the flat area of the nose in between the eyes may be augmented with ‘grafts’. The grafts used to achieve projection could be bone, cartilage from your body or silicone implants.
3. Large flat nose – They often have larger and wider nostrils along with a flat nose. The anatomy makes it difficult to correct the projection alone and you will need to correct the nostril areas as well to balance the new height of the nose. Columella also needs some structural support to achieve and maintain its new height.

Tip Plasty:
-The procedure involves literally deconstructing the entire tip of your nose.
-Cartilage is harvested from an expendable site to make structural support struts for columella height or to augment the dorsum of the nose.
-The aim is to achieve a narrower slim looking tip that matches your facial profile.

-The rest is sculpting of the arches of the wide/deformed/splayed/flat cartilages with knife and fine permanent stitches.
-The skin is separated carefully from the cartilage framework and the nasal septum in the middle and elevated as a hood.

RECOVERY AND SIDE EFFECTS OF RHINOPLASTY PROCEDURE

What to Expect:

  • Day 1–3: Iced compresses and rest. Expect blocked nasal breathing and mild pain.
  • Day 5–7: splint and columellar sutures are removed.
  • Week 2: Most swelling and bruising subsides. Return to work (desk-based).
  • Week 4–6: Light exercise resumes.
  • 3 Months: looks socially presentable. 80% of swelling resolved.
  • 12 Months: Final refined result. Cartilage and soft tissues have fully settled.

Specific side effects:

  • Over or under-correction
  • Scar visibility (though rare)
  • Cartilage warping or asymmetry
  • Hypertrophic or keloid scarring
  • Skin necrosis (very rare)



common side effects:

  • Swelling of the nose, cheeks, and under-eyes
  • Temporary bruising
  • Mild discomfort or congestion
  • Reduced airflow due to swelling or stents

Like all surgeries, rhinoplasty carries risks. Dr. Parag Mahadik, works to a very high standard, and adheres to the highest safety procedures to minimise these risks and ensure optimal healing.

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RESULTS OF RHINOPLASTY PROCEDURE

Your newly shaped nose will not only change your appearance — it will change how you carry yourself, how you feel in photos, and how comfortable you are in your skin. Dr Parag Mahadik’s Rhinoplasty aims to create a subtle yet meaningful transformation, not to make you look like a completely different person, but to help you feel more like your true self.

The changes are permanent, and with proper care, results last a lifetime. While the first few weeks will require patience, the long-term rewards are often profound, especially when the nose is carefully sculpted to suit your face.

Remember: this is a one-shot procedure. Revision surgeries are more complex and less predictable. That’s why our Mumbai Cosmetic surgeon specialist, Dr. Mahadik plans extensively and invests the time to get it right the first time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about our services and features.

Rhinoplasty is recommended after 18 years of age after the nose has finished its growth.
Most incisions are inside the nostril and not visible. There are only 1 or 2 visible scars each about mm. You will always have one on the columella and may have one on either side of the root of the nose. Scars become red and raised for up to 3 months. Then they start to fade and become almost inconspicuous after a year.
You need your nose protected with a splint for 2 weeks. Desk work can be started after 10 days. Your face might still look a bit swollen till the 2-3 week mark.
Walks and short jogs can start in 2 weeks. Gentle aerobics is OK after 4 weeks and strenuous gym exercises can be started after 6-8 weeks.
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