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Closed Rhinoplasty Overview: Cost, Recovery, Procedure and More

Side Effects

Just like every surgery, closed rhinoplasty has its side effects. These side effects include:

  • Bleeding of the nose
  • Scars
  • Deformities after procedure that require another surgery for correction
  • An asymmetrical nose
  • Prolonged bruising
  • Breathing difficulties
  • Allergic reaction to anesthesia
  • Numb nose
  • Bursting of little blood vessels on the surface of the skin
  • Permanent nerve lesion
  • Under or over correction that require a second rhinoplasty procedure

Pros of Closed Rhinoplasty

  • The result is permanent
  • It takes less time to recover
  • The procedure lasts for a short period (1-2 hours)
  • There are no visible scars
  • The swellings that are occur after procedure are small compared to open rhinoplasty

Cons of Closed Rhinoplasty

  • It requires more technical abilities
  • The surgeon sees less than open rhinoplasty
  • Challenges are faced with extensive nasal tip work
  • Difficulty with cartilage grafting work
  • The shaping is usually less precise
  • Less accurate modifications
  • Limited visualization