All about non surgical rhinoplasty and its cost in India

Non surgical rhinoplasty: In ancient times, there were no surgical procedures like plastic surgeries and the concept of modern medicine so most of the people used to be satisfied with everything which they got from Nature but some people who wanted some changes in their body structure and texture also hadn’t any options so they needed to adjust with whatever they got.

Today, in this era of modern science, with the help of  various advanced surgical and non surgical procedures, almost everything is possible if you have enough money. Through different kinds of available procedures, you can shape your body exactly like you want to do.

In this article, we are going to discuss and know about one of the most famous non surgical procedures which is Rhinoplasty. How is it done? rhinoplasty cost in india? What to expect after getting it done? The Best centres in india? Right age for it? Complications and side effects post procedure and many more things in detail. Let’s go step by step:-What is Non Surgical Rhinoplasty? Why do Many people prefer it over Surgical rhinoplasty?Non surgical rhinoplasty is a quick and minimally intrusive procedure which can bring temporary changes in nose shape without performing any surgery.

It is also called Liquid rhinoplasty and injectable rhinoplasty. It means it involves some kind of liquid which needs to be injected in the nose through injection ( most common process)

Non surgical rhinoplasty originated in India and is an effective + temporary procedure which started in the late 1800s and became very popular in mid 2000s due to social media, it’s safe, effective and quick resulting nature. 

People are preferring it over ordinary or surgical rhinoplasty because it shows immediate result, is comparatively safer to surgical once and doesn’t require knife cuts like the surgical operations.

Which Non surgical rhinoplasty procedure is safer?

Thread lift is a safer procedure as compared to fillers because fillers can cause some side effects too which we will discuss in upcoming segments.

Common Uses of Non surgical rhinoplasty

• It is used in augmentation of nasal bridge.
• It can be used to refine the nasal tip.
• It can correct some minor assymetries.
• It can fill the nasal depressions.
• It can enhance the nasal profile.

Cost of Non surgical rhinoplasty 

Cost of Non surgical rhinoplasty varies with the country, doctor’s expertise and desired appearance of nose.

In India, cost of NSR ranges between 60,000 to 80,000 rupees so it’s not a cheap treatment. 

Nose is a sensitive region of our body so it is highly recommend to choose the best doctor possible for your treatment. Don’t go to a doctor just by seeing treatment cost. Doctor’s expertise also matters.

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Best centres across the India and the world to get it done

In India, Bangalore and Hyderabad are the best locations for NSR but Chennai and Mumbai are also known for their low cost Non surgical rhinoplasty treatments.

However, Turkey is a very country for Non surgical rhinoplasty due to it’s affordable treatment and expert doctors.

Who are eligible for Non surgical rhinoplasty?

(I) NSR is a perfect choice for people struggling with minor nasal bumps, a slightly droopy nose tip, minor asymmetrical appearance of nose , or a poorly defined nose bridge.

(II) NSR is a good choice for the people who don’t have any medical or physical complications with their nose. ex:- breathing issue.

(III) NSR is a good choice for those who don’t want surgical treatment or can’t afford surgical rhinoplasty.

(IV) NSR is a good choice for those who are aware about the effects of NSR and complications post treatment and are ready to deal with it.

(V) After teenage, boys and girls become eligible for NSR. 

Who should avoid the Non surgical rhinoplasty? 

(I) Persons struggling with medical problems related to nose should avoid NSR as it can made the problem more complicated.

(II) People who want dramatic changes in their nose should not opt for NSR as it is only for temporary and minor changes.

(III) People who have undergone surgical rhinoplasty earlier must not opt for NSR as it can cause blunder for them.

(IV) People who have allergy to any of the filler gradients should not go for NSR.

(V) People who have done fillers earlier should avoid to get it done again as it can cause some serious issues to them.

Before thinking about NSR, consult a good dermatologist and ask if you are eligible for it or not. A doctor can explain you in a better and practical manner as compared to social media.

Precautions that should be taken after Non surgical rhinoplasty

• Avoid touching your nose too much for the first few hours so as to prevent moving the filler around.

• To reduce the risk of any complications or irritation, don’t apply facial makeup for atleast a day.

• For atleast 24 hours, avoid heavy excercise.

• Try to avoid direct sunlight and wear a good sunscreen while going outside so as to avoid UV rays.

• Avoid saunas for atleast 7 days prevent to get proper healing. It will also prevent 

The potential swelling.

•  Avoid wearing sunglasses for atleast 2 weeks.

• Avoid taking blood thinning supplements like aspirin.

• Don’t traumatize the area where you have taken the treatment.

These precautions will not only help in recovering faster but will also help in avoiding any potential risk post treatment. Follow these precautions wisely along with doctor’s given advice and medications. 

Side effects involved in Non surgical rhinoplasty

Filler treatment of NSR is not considered as a safe procedure as it involves some risks and some serious side effects which can give a patient, life long regret.

Some of the risks and side effects include:-

• Vision loss 
• Embolism ( obstruction of an artery typically by blood clot)
• Skin necrosis ( tissue death)

However, you can reduce the chances of any side effects and risks by choosing the best doctor possible and also by keeping all the precautions in mind which I suggested in the upper segment.

Procedure of Non Surgical Rhinoplasty 

Now comes the most interesting part which people want to acknowledge about.

1. Processes involved in Non Surgical Rhinoplasty 

(I) Fillers ( most common)

(II)Thread lift

(III) Fat grafting ( sometime) 

NSR is most commonly done with threads and fillers. 

Let’s learn about fillers, it’s uses and how is filler therapy done?

(I) Fillers are the liquids which need to be injected in the nose of a patient at the area where the change in shape is required. These fillers can be:-

• Hyaluronic Acid FIller ( Restylane)
• Calcium Hydroxylapatite Filler ( Radiesse)
• Poly-l-Lactic acid filler (Sculptura)
• Collagen stimulators ( Ellanse)

Role and uses of fillers:-

Fillers are used in improving the volume.

Role:- In correction of mild hump and in treating the irregularities.

Key role:- Dorsal Hump reduction and Minot tip correction.

How is a filler therapy done?

1. Topical anaesthetic or ice is used to numb the area of the nose.
2. Dermal fillers are then injected in specific areas of the nose.
3. Atlast, the filler is molded in such a way that the patient gets the desired shape.

Filler therapy takes 15-30 minutes in completion and shows immediate result. It can last upto 6-24 months.

Now we will discuss about the thread lift in the same way:-

(II) A thread lift is nothing but nonsurgical procedure that lifts sagging or ageing skin and stimulates collagen production to give our face or neck a more youthful appearance than before.

Uses of thread lift includes:- 

• Drooping tip
• Wide ala reduction 

How is it done?

1. The surgeon numbs the area with local anaesthesia.
2. In the hidden areas of nose, surgeon makes small entry points 
3. A thread is inserted under the skin using a needle.
4. Skin is now lifted and threads are attached to the underlying tissues.
5. Now the thread is cut down by ensuring it’s security.

Thread lift takes about an hour and shows immediate effects and can last up to 1 to 3 years.

Key Differences from Surgical Rhinoplasty 

• Reversiblity:- NSR is reversible as it’s effect decreases with time and after a certain period of time, it’s effect gets extinct and nose becomes normal just like it was before the treatment.

• Faster result:- NSR shows immediate effect and rapid recovery. while surgical process takes some time to come in proper action.

• Temporary result:-  NSR has temporary result for the patient but the surgical procedure have permanent effect.

• Less expensive:- NSR requires comparatively lower cost or investment to surgical Rhinoplasty.

Conclusion

NSR is a personal choice and not a matter of shame. If you are not feeling confident with your nose and want to get some minor changes in your nasal structure then you can opt it by seeking proper medical advice with a damn good doctor. 

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