Rhinoplasty is a surgery to change the shape of the nose.
How Much Does Rhinoplasty Cost In South Africa
Most simple nose corrections and refinements cost about R50 000 (all-inclusive).
How long is nose job recovery?
In most patients, it takes roughly 6 weeks for the bones in your nose to heal following surgery. During this time, you should avoid strenuous exercise. Even movements that seem harmless like stretching, lifting, or bending over can increase nasal swelling.
Is a rhinoplasty permanent?
The results of rhinoplasty surgery are permanent. While this means your new nose will be with you for a lifetime, it also makes it that much more important to choose a qualified cosmetic surgeon whom you can trust to deliver the results you desire.
What are the risks of rhinoplasty?
As with any major surgery, rhinoplasty carries risks such as:
Bleeding
Infection
An adverse reaction to the anesthesia
Other possible risks specific to rhinoplasty include but are not limited to:
Difficulty breathing through your nose
Permanent numbness in and around your nose
The possibility of an uneven-looking nose
Pain, discoloration or swelling that may persist
Scarring
A hole in the septum (septal perforation)
A need for additional surgery.
Who is not a good candidate for rhinoplasty?
Nasal surgery (rhinoplasty).
You are not a good candidate if you have thick skin, are a child (not fully physically developed), or play contact sports.
Also, you must be able to accept the possibility that in 15% to 20% of cases, additional surgery is needed for best results.
How do I qualify for a nose job?
Your facial growth is complete.
You are physically healthy.
You don’t smoke.
You have a positive outlook and realistic goals in mind for the improvement of your appearance.