What is A Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty, or nose surgery, is one of the most common plastic surgery procedures performed at the Petroff Center. Many people are bothered by the appearance of their nose and seek treatment to correct breathing abnormalities and achieve the aesthetic results they desire. Our board-certified facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Mark A. Petroff produces consistently pleasing results for his patients while minimizing complications, striving to create a natural and proportional look. Under the care of Dr. Petroff, a rhinoplasty can transform the appearance of facial features while still maintaining the unique character of the individual's face. Scheduling a consult to find out more is the first step toward achieving an improved appearance.
What Are The Benefits Of A Rhinoplasty?
Receiving a nose job in at the Petroff Center can generate a number of benefits, such as:
- Restoring a deviated septum
- Revising nasal pathways to help improve breathing
- Minimizing the end of the nose
- Minimizing the bridge of your nose
- Transforming the nostrils
- Decreasing or increasing the overall measurements of your nose
- Enhancing overall facial symmetry for a more well-rounded look
- Guidance through the rhinoplasty recovery period and healing process by a skilled facial plastic surgeon
Am I A Candidate for a Rhinoplasty?
The best candidates for rhinoplasty:
- Are at least 15 years old
- Have finished facial growth
- Are generally healthy
- Do not smoke
- Are seeking rhinoplasty for personal, cosmetic reasons, or breathing issues
- Have realistic goals for the procedure
How is a rhinoplasty performed?
Each procedure is completely customized to help patients achieve their specific, desired results. Patients will need someone to drive them home after surgery and care for them during the first 24 hours. Your surgeon will use one of two techniques when performing nose surgery. In a closed rhinoplasty, incisions are made within the nostrils. In an open rhinoplasty, the incision is made across the columella, the tissue between the nostrils. With both methods, he gently lifts the soft tissues covering the nose, then sculpts the bone and cartilage to the desired shape. Any additional cartilage needed to support the nose is often taken from the septum or the ear in some revision procedures. If patients have a deviated septum, Dr. Petroff will straighten the septum and the inner structures of their nose to improve breathing. Then the tissues will be redraped and stitched closed. If patients desire nostril reshaping, this will be done in the final stage of a rhinoplasty.
All our surgical procedures are done with local numbing and under MAC (also known as twilight or conscious sedation). Small procedures, like direct excision or upper blepharoplasty, have the option to be done with local anesthesia only. We do not use general anesthesia.
Plan Your Procedure
Average Procedure Time
1-2 Hours
Post-op Follow-up
1 Week
What Can I expect After a Rhinoplasty?
Nasal packing is rarely necessary following a rhinoplasty. Patients can expect some bruising, soreness, and swelling for a week or so after their surgery. A splint will be used for a few days to assist the nose in maintaining its new shape. If patients experience pain after their nose surgery, we can provide medication. Most patients are able to return to school or work 7 - 10 days following their nose surgery, but it may take months before they see the final result of their rhinoplasty. Strenuous exercise and contact sports should be avoided for up to 6 weeks, and patients should not sleep on their side for a week or two. Given the nature of the operation, the results should be long term and remain throughout the patient's lifetime.
Proportional Facial Features
The nose is a very prominent aspect of the face, altering a person's appearance considerably. It's important for you to have a nose that you love and can feel good about. Dr. Petroff is highly experienced in performing rhinoplasty surgeries to help his patients get the look they've always wanted. Contact our office today to start your journey.
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I had my rhinoplasty with Dr. Petroff six weeks ago, and I truly couldn’t be happier with my experience.From my very first consultation, he took the time to really listen to what I wanted and made me feel heard. I never felt rushed, and it was clear that he genuinely cared about helping me achieve the results I was hoping for.On the day of surgery, his entire team was incredible. The nurse and anesthesiologist Tiffany made me feel so comfortable and at ease that I honestly forgot I was even about to have surgery. Everyone was so kind, compassionate, and supportive throughout the entire process.I’m only six weeks post-op, so I still have quite a bit of swelling, but I’m already so happy with my results and can’t wait to see how everything continues to heal.I would highly recommend Dr. Petroff to anyone considering rhinoplasty. He’s an amazing surgeon, and I’m so grateful I trusted him with this journey.
I had an amazing experience with the Petroff Center. Everyone was super very friendly and welcoming, and I always felt like I was in good hands throughout the entire process. Dr. Gerecci did my rhinoplasty and I couldn't be happier with my choice of surgeon. She was amazing and the care I received before and after surgery was just as good. The entire staff was amazing and I'm very happy with how everything has gone and would definitely recommend the Petroff Center!
Dr. Deniz Gerecci did my septorhinoplasty at the Petroff Center and I would choose her again in a heartbeat. I came in nervous, with a deviated septum and a long list of questions, and she took every bit of it seriously.My nose still looks like mine, just refined and straightened, which is exactly what I asked for. I am about a month out with a little swelling left and I already could not be happier.She was honest from the start about what my anatomy would and wouldn't allow instead of telling me yes to everything. She also took my ten-year-old septum and nostril piercings seriously, which I truly was not expecting. She helped me get my nostril piercing back in once the skin allowed, and she is going to re-pierce my septum at week six. That was never something I assumed I would get help with, and it has made me feel extremely cared for.Jasmine and the front desk staff were so kind and responsive every single time I reached out, and the care around the surgery matched the surgery itself.If you are looking for a rhinoplasty or septoplasty surgeon in the Portland area, she is who I would send my own friends to. Thank you for taking such good care of me, Dr. Gerecci!
Dr. Deniz Gerecci did my septorhinoplasty at the Petroff Center and I would choose her again in a heartbeat. I came in nervous, with a deviated septum and a long list of questions, and she took every bit of it seriously.My nose still looks like mine, just refined and straightened, which is exactly what I asked for. I am about a month out with a little swelling left and I already could not be happier.She was honest from the start about what my anatomy would and wouldn't allow instead of telling me yes to everything. She also took my ten-year-old septum and nostril piercings seriously, which I truly was not expecting. She helped me get my nostril piercing back in once the skin allowed, and she is going to re-pierce my septum at week six. That was never something I assumed I would get help with, and it has made me feel extremely cared for.Jasmine took my sutures out and was so gentle about it, and the front desk staff were so kind and responsive every single time I reached out. The care around the surgery matched the surgery itself.If you are looking for a rhinoplasty or septoplasty surgeon in the Portland area, she is who I would send my own friends to. Thank you for taking such good care of me, Dr. Gerecci!
I had a facelift with Dr Petroff in 2008 and I'm still very happy with the results. I recently had to call with a question about the details of the facelift and I was emailed the information I needed by Bree, very quickly and efficiently. Thanks Bree and the Petroff Center staff. Excellent services as before! Melissa Hernandez
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