9 Nose Surgery Doctors available in Chennai

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is Nose Surgery?

Nose Surgery is known as nose job and it involves modifying the bone and cartilage of the nose. This surgical procedure will reshape the nose which is irregular and damaged. It also reduces sinus problems. 

There are 2 types of Nose surgery and they are:

1. Open nose surgery
2. Closed nose surgery 

What can be the advantages of Nose Surgery?

Advantages of Nose Surgery are the following:

1. Fixes the broken nose bone
2. Provides the desired shape of the nose
3. Restores facial symmetry
4. Restores facial symmetry
5. Decreases the snoring
6. Reduce sinus problems
7. Boosts the self-confidence in people who suffer from self-esteem due to irregular nose shape
8. Improves breathing

What are the indications of Nose Surgery?

Indications of Nose Surgery are the following:

1. Broken nose
2. Nasal hump
3. Irregularities in nose
4. To change the size of the nose
5. Too wide or elevated or drooping nasal tip
6. To change the angle of the nose
7. To reshape the tip of the nose

What is the preparation for Nose Surgery?

1. About the risks, complications, and uses of Nose Surgery should be discussed with the doctor.
2. The patient should inform about past and present medical and medication history to the doctor.
3. The doctor may suggest undergoing a few lab tests and other examinations
4. The medical condition of the patient may be checked by the doctor before undergoing Nose Surgery.
5. Nose photos will be taken from various angles to compare them with the nose after completion of the surgery.
6. The patient should sign a consent form before undergoing this surgery/procedure.

What is the post-surgery care taken for patients?

1. Avoid blowing or sneezing the nose.
2. Most of the time hold the head in upwards direction.
3. Keep the nose area clean to prevent any infections.
4. Should not play sports like rugby, and cricket for about 6 weeks.
5. Take the painkillers prescribed by the doctor in case of bleeding, swelling, and pain in the nose.

Doctors from which specialty can perform this Nose Surgery?

Nose Surgery may be performed by:

1. A trained Ear-Nose-Throat [ENT] doctor
2. Plastic Surgeon or Cosmetic Surgeon

What is the price of Nose Surgery in Chennai?

Expenses for Nose Surgery in Chennai changes due to the following factors:

1. The medical condition of the patient
2. Surgeon fee
3. Admission fee
4. Age of the patient
5. Type of hospital
6. The admission room that you opted for
7. Post-surgical complications that are involved
8. Type of surgery planned to be performed
9. Any other lab tests or examination tests such as X-ray, ECG, etc

Minimum amount to be paid in Chennai starts from Rs. 75,000.

Average charges in Chennai is approximately Rs. 1,22,367.

Maximum cost in Chennai rises up to Rs. 2,00,000.

What is the eligibility criteria for Nose Surgery?

1. People who are not happy with the shape of their nose
2. Individuals who are suffering from sinus problems due to the irregular shape of the nose bone and cartilage.
3. Females of age above 17 and males above 15 years of age are recommended

What is the ineligibility criteria for Nose Surgery?

Patients who are suffering from the following conditions:

1. Clotting disorders
2. Diabetes
3. Hypertension
4. Cardiac disease
5. Bleeding disorders

What are the risks and complications of Nose Surgery?

Nose Surgery has the following risks and complications:

1. Infection of the nose
2. Unsatisfactory results
3. Irregularities in the shape of the nose
4. Formation of blood clots
5. Difficulty in breathing
6. Hole in the septum
7. Presence of scars on the nose
8. Rupture of blood vessels in the nose
9. Heavy bleeding from the nose

How much time does it take to complete Nose Surgery?

Nose Surgery may take about 2-3 hours to complete.

What is the recovery time from Nose Surgery?

Recovery time from Nose Surgery maybe 2-3 weeks and depends on the health condition of the patient.

What is the success rate of Nose Surgery?

A few factors may determine the success rate of Nose Surgery and they are:

1. The medical condition of the patient
2. Experience of the surgeon
3. Patient age
4. Type of surgery performed

However, the success rate of Nose Surgery maybe 30% to 45%.

Does Nose Surgery hurt the patient?

During the surgery, the patient doesn’t feel any pain due to the anesthetic effect.

Is Nose Surgery a permanent procedure?

Nose surgery is a permanent surgical procedure as it reshapes the nose by modifying the bone and cartilage.

What can be the long-term effects of Nose Surgery?

1. Improves patients quality of life
2. Restores the shape of the nose

What measures can be taken if Nose Surgery fails?

The doctor may suggest undergoing revision surgery, in case of a failed Nose surgery.

Are there any alternatives to Nose Surgery?

Alternatives for Nose Surgery are:

1. Nose lifters
2. Nose fillers