RHINOPLASTY (NOSE JOB)
IN INDIANAPOLIS
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Rhinoplasty
Procedure at a Glance:
Indications: For patients interested in improving the aesthetic appearance of the nose while maintaining or improving upon existing functionality or nasal breathing issues. Septo/Rhinoplasty and Revision Rhinoplasty can be life changing and improve a patient’s self esteem, confidence, as well as their nasal breathing.
Anesthesia: IV Twilight Sedation
Surgery Type: Outpatient
Downtime: One week with restrictions on exercise and lifting anything heavier than 5lbs. Patients will have a cast on their nose to combat swelling for one week. Patients will have subtle swelling that comes and goes and will still need to adhere to certain post-surgical instructions that will be specific to the procedure. Limitations will be discussed during a thorough pre-operative appointment.
Removal of Stitches: Stitches are dissolvable, a small amount of dissolvable packing is used, and nasal splints are only used in very complex cases.
Techniques: Dr. Winslow is a specialist in Rhinoplasty. She has vast experience and has performed thousands of Rhinoplasties in her career. With her ENT, Otolaryngology and Facial Reconstructive & Facial Plastic Surgery background she can address both cosmetic and anatomical-based breathing concerns simultaneously. Rhinoplasties are individualized to address a wide variety of patient concerns to include -Open/Closed Septo/Rhinoplasty, Dorsal Hump Reductions, Weir Excisions, Saddle Nose Deformities, Tip Work, Correction of Nasal Trauma, Cartilage Harvesting/Grafting, Improved Projection and Rotation (appropriate for individual patient’s facial anatomy), Osteotomies, Turbinoplasty, Septoplasty, & Complex Revisions.
Complementary Procedures: In tandem with rhinoplasty, a chin augmentation can provide more aesthetic balance to the face if needed.
Publications: Winslow, Catherine, Mark K. Wax, Alan Burke, and Ted A. Cooke. “Total Nasal Reconstruction: A Review of the Past and Present, with a Peak into the Future.” Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery. Accessed October 14, 2024.
WHAT IS RHINOPLASTY?
A rhinoplasty is the surgical alteration of the shape of the nose. Rhinoplasty is occasionally referred to as a "nose job", rhinoplasty is one of the more difficult procedures for a plastic surgeon to perform correctly, and one of the most common procedures requiring revision surgery. The fundamentals of 21st century technology and the art of sculpting are intertwined as a nose has its shape changed.
Form and function must both be respected or unacceptable results can occur. A rhinoplasty can be done purely for cosmetic reasons, purely for functional (nasal breathing) reasons, or a combination of both. Insurance will often cover nasal procedures done for functional reasons, but rarely if the change desired is purely cosmetic. Other surgery such as sinus surgery can be done at the same time as a rhinoplasty if necessary.
WHAT IS REVISION RHINOPLASTY?
Revision Rhinoplasty, also called Secondary Rhinoplasty, is a procedure performed to correct issues caused by a previous Rhinoplasty operation. It can be utilized to address numerous kinds of cosmetic and functional issues, including but not limited to nasal valve collapse and insufficient nasal support in need of corrective measures.
Only incredibly skilled Rhinoplasty doctors like Dr. Winslow offer Revision Rhinoplasty, since this type of surgery requires a great deal of experience and precision and can be incredibly complex; the nasal architecture has often been weakened, and unexpected scar tissue is typically present.
BEFORE + AFTER
Real patients, real results! Check out our before and after photo gallery and witness the transformation of surgical and non-surgical patients!
WHY CHOOSE WINSLOW FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY® FOR YOUR RHINOPLASTY IN INDIANAPOLIS?
Dr. Catherine Winslow is one of the nation’s top Rhinoplasty experts. Her high degree of experience and skill in facial plastic surgery make her the ideal option for patients searching for Rhinoplasty doctors in Indianapolis.
Dr. Winslow is a fellow of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American College of Surgeons. She is a diplomate of the American Academy of Otolaryngology and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, where she serves as Program Director.
After graduating from the Indiana University School of Medicine with honors, Dr. Winslow pursued an Otolaryngology residency at the University of Colorado. She then completed a microvascular and facial cosmetic surgery fellowship in Portland, OR.
Dr. Winslow was Chief of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Walter Reed Army Medical Center for four years. She was also the Otolaryngology Consultant to the White House.
Dr. Winslow has delivered many lectures and written articles in medical journals, and she has taught medical students as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the Indiana University School of Medicine.
Real Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) Patient Videos
YOUR CONSULTATION
Dr. Winslow’s approach to Rhinoplasty is highly individualized and focuses on each unique patient’s needs and goals. Because of this, for patients interested in Rhinoplasty in Indianapolis, the first step is a personalized consultation.
During your consultation, you will go over your Rhinoplasty goals with Dr. Winslow. She will examine your facial structure and discuss your concerns and surgical goals. She will also ask you questions about your medical history.
She will then develop a custom-tailored surgical plan. Dr. Winslow can provide patients with a morphed simulation of results to give them an idea of what their Rhinoplasty surgery can potentially accomplish.
THE RHINOPLASTY PROCEDURE: WHAT TO EXPECT
At the start of Rhinoplasty in Indianapolis, IV twilight sedation and numbing are administered. This helps to ensure patient comfort for the duration of surgery.
Next, a small horizontal incision is created across the columella (the external skin separating the nostrils). The skin is then carefully lifted, providing increased access to the surgeon.
Changes are made to the bone, cartilage, and/or soft tissue of the nose. In certain cases, grafts are placed to support the nasal architecture.
In the case of Open Rhinoplasty, the skin of the nose is then redraped. After all changes have been made, incisions are closed with dissolvable sutures.
DR. WINSLOW DISCUSSES RHINOPLASTY
FAQ’s
Have a specific question? Contact us!
Rhinoplasty can vary widely based on a patient’s individual needs. The most popular Rhinoplasty in our practice is a dorsal hump reduction although Dr. Winslow does a wide variety of Rhinoplasty/Revision Rhinoplasty.
She performs techniques such as Open/Closed Septo/Rhinoplasty, Dorsal Hump Reductions, Weir Excisions, Saddle Nose Deformities, Tip Work, Correction of Nasal Trauma, Cartilage Harvesting/Grafting, Improved Projection and Rotation (appropriate for individual patient’s facial anatomy), Osteotomies, Turbinoplasty, Septoplasty, and Complex Revisions. She has vast experience in Rhinoplasty in a multitude of ethnic backgrounds.
Rhinoplasty surgery can be done once a patient is fully grown so that usually occurs in the mid teens and beyond into adulthood. This ensures the patient’s facial structures have finished growing so that their nose will fit their face as they continue to age. Dr. Winslow does Rhinoplasty on patients from approximately 15 years of age to 65 plus. There really is no age limit on Rhinoplasty.
The best way to ensure you are an appropriate candidate for Rhinoplasty is to schedule a consultation. During your appointment, Dr. Winslow will evaluate your nose and surgical goals.
The hardest days after rhinoplasty are the first couple of days. There may be some discomfort which can easily be managed with pain-control medication. Most patient’s don’t complain about post operative pain and only use pain medication for a few days at most. The most popular frustration that patients have following Rhinoplasty is not pain, it is that they may feel nasal congestion, similar to the feeling of having a cold, but they won’t be able to blow their nose.
To ensure that patients are well prepared for recovery, they’ll have a thorough pre-operative appointment with one of our surgical nurses. They will ensure that the patient knows exactly what to expect and will be educated on a wealth of tips and tricks to help speed recovery.
The fastest way to recover from rhinoplasty is to follow your recovery instructions very closely. To further encourage the healing process, we offer five complimentary hyperbaric oxygen chamber treatments for our rhinoplasty patients. These treatments reduce bruising and swelling and expedite the healing process for our patients.
You can blow your nose after rhinoplasty once you’re cleared to by your plastic surgeon but you will not do so in the beginning. Dr. Winslow will assess your healing process and clear you to resume blowing your nose when it’s safe.
Rhinoplasty does not require general anesthesia. Dr. Winslow has been safely performing rhinoplasty surgery for over 20 years using twilight (IV) sedation. This option is much safer, since it helps patients avoid the potential complications and side effects that can accompany general anesthesia.
Primary Rhinoplasty surgery typically takes 2-2 ½ hours. Revision Rhinoplasty can sometimes be more complex and take longer depending on corrections addressed during the surgery.
Not every Rhinoplasty requires osteotomies, or the breaking of the nasal bones. This is entirely dependent upon the patient's anatomy and their surgical goals.
You should take one week off work for your rhinoplasty. After your nose job in Indianapolis with Dr. Winslow, you’ll require a week of downtime with a cast on your nose. Most patients return to work after one week but that is up to every patient's discretion. The first week of healing you should be focused on rest and relaxation to help your body heal following surgery.
The nasal tip will not go down after rhinoplasty, as long as the surgery was performed correctly by an experienced board-certified facial plastic surgeon. Experienced rhinoplasty surgeons have the skills needed to ensure that the nasal tip is well supported and will not droop. Dr. Winslow has done thousands of rhinoplasties in her career and is an expert.
The results of rhinoplasty last for a lifetime. It involves permanent changes to the nose. If you have already undergone a past Rhinoplasty with another surgeon and you are unhappy with the results of your primary rhinoplasty, they can be improved upon with revision rhinoplasty from Dr. Winslow.
Your Rhinoplasty will take place in our fully accredited surgical suite. We’re located at 2000 East 116th Street, Suite 200, Carmel, Indiana 46032.
