One of the most routine procedures done by a facial plastic surgeon is rhinoplasty. Rhinoplasty sometimes referred to as nose surgery or simply a “nose job,” can be done for many reasons. It may be because you have breathing problems, and your nose blocks your airway. If you are unhappy with how people perceive you due to the size or shape of your nose, then rhinoplasty might be right for you.

However, before rushing off to meet with a surgeon who does rhinoplasty and facial plastic surgery about this procedure, some things should be considered first in order to make an educated decision on whether or not it is right for you.

First, you need to have an idea of what shape your nose would make you happy. A few different shapes can be achieved with rhinoplasty, and it is important to know which one suits your needs the best. Second, find out if any medical conditions prevent surgery, such as high blood pressure or diabetes.

Third, if you are considering having a rhinoplasty and facial plastic surgery procedure to improve your self-esteem or social status, it might not be the right decision for you because rhinoplasty is irreversible, and taking that step can be a huge decision. It’s crucial to weigh all of these options to ensure that surgery will yield the desired results and happiness. Your facial plastic surgeon should also offer counseling sessions during which they will answer any questions you have about what life after surgery might look like and provide insight into whether or not undergoing rhinoplasty would help solve your problems and hurt them worse, or do nothing at all.

Fourth, be sure that any rhinoplasty procedure you undergo will involve a general anesthetic because it is the safest option. If there are other options available such as sedation or nerve blocks, they should also be considered and discussed with your doctor before moving forward.

Fifth, find out how much experience the surgeon has had in doing this type of surgery for others who have gone through what you’re going through now. Sixth, make sure to ask about post-operative expectations like pain management or scarring so that you know what to expect from recovery. Seventh, learn all the risks associated with having this sort of operation done on your nose, including whether or not some problems may arise.

When you have considered all of these factors thoroughly, then you are ready to make an informed decision about whether rhinoplasty is right for you.