Fast facts
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, rhinoplasty is one of the most common plastic surgery procedures of all time. This particular procedure involves reshaping, enlarging or reducing the nose of the patient. Plastic surgeons and ENT specialists are the professionals involved in rhinoplasty.

Rhinoplasty candidates
People born with nose disorders are the best candidates for rhinoplasty. However, not all of them can undergo the said procedure. Although some parents would want to have their child undergo a nose job at an early age, this is not always possible. Ideally, a person who will undergo a nose surgery should at least be i his or her mid-teens (14 to 15 for girls, a little later for boys).

Decision-making
Before you decide to get a nose job, take the time to read all informative articles about rhinoplasty. Consulting with different medical surgeons could also help. Different opinions can provide you with different angles.

You should also consider the costs of the surgery. Check if your insurance or health card plan covers cosmetic surgeries. Although an additional procedure is not required, you should be prepared to undergo one. An imbalance might appear after the surgery so additional surgeries like chin augmentation might be needed.

• Rhinoplasty is the medical term for nose jobs.
• The procedures involved in rhinoplasty are not definite. It all depends on the condition of a particular patient.
• A rhinoplasty can be done in hospitals or surgery centers. A plastic surgeon can also opt to do the procedure in his or her own office.
• Plastic surgeons and otolaryngologists do rhinoplasty. An otolaryngologist (popularly called ENT) is a surgeon for the ears, nose and throat.
• An individual who plans to have a rhinoplasty must be in good health. He or she must not have a pre-existing illness such as diabetes.
• The desires to improve nose functions and to look good are the two common reasons why people get a nose job.
• A person who has undergone a nose job may experience pain and swelling of the nose. Others may have bruises and black eyes.
• · Recovery usually takes an average of three to four weeks. However, there are people who recover faster than the specified timeframe.
• Strenuous activities such as lifting should be avoided by a recovering patient.
• Risks involved in rhinoplasty: infection, excessive bleeding, internal scar in the tissues and negative reaction to anesthesia.

*All the information stated above cannot be substituted to that of a medical professional. Consult your medical surgeon for further reference.