Surgeon’s Tips for Preparing for Breast Implant Surgery (Part 1)

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Plastic Surgeons’ Top Ten Tips for
Preparing for Breast Implant Surgery (Part 1) –

You’re all set: you and board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali have chosen the type of implant you’ll use and the size that you want. You’ve gone over all your options, and now it’s time to prepare for your breast implant surgery.

Your surgeon will go over everything you need to do beforehand to ensure a safe and comfortable procedure, but here are a few additional tips offered by top surgeons to ensure the best results.

#1. Understand the Breast Implant Surgeon’s Instructions

Make sure you and your surgeon are on the same page about everything you need to do beforehand. Read your pre-op instructions before the big day! Ask your surgeon any questions you may have beforehand. Remember there’s no such thing as a silly question.

You’ll also want to have all of your prescriptions filled before the procedure, so they’ll be available to you as soon as you start your recovery period.

#2. Stop taking Blood Thinners before Breast Implant Surgery

You’ll want to avoid any kind of blood-thinning medication for about two weeks or so prior to surgery. This includes any Vitamin E, as well as anti-inflammatories such as aspirin.

#3. Do NOT Smoke before Breast Implant Surgery

Ideally, it is in the best interest of your health to stop smoking altogether. But it is essential that, if nothing else, you don’t smoke for at least the two weeks leading up to your breast implant surgery.

Nicotine hinders the flow of oxygen-rich blood to the site of the surgery, so smoking immediately beforehand or during your recovery period will exacerbate swelling, pain, side effects & potential complications associated with surgical procedures.

#4. Move All Essential Home Items to an Easy-to-Reach Location

Following your procedure, you don’t want to raise your arms above your head. Make sure you have easy access to everything you need, or arrange for someone to help reach things for you as you recover.

#5 . Get the Right Bra before Breast Implant Surgery

As you recover from your breast implant surgery, you’ll want to wear the most comfortable bra possible. A very supportive, cotton bra without underwire is the ideal choice!

You will experience some drainage during your recovery, so having a few bras on hand can keep you feeling clean and fresh, without needing to do luandry after your breast implant surgery.

Your surgeon’s instructions will indicate how long you will be wrapped or bandaged after your surgery, as well as when you should resume wearing a bra.

CLICK HERE to read Part 2 of Surgeons’ Top Ten Tips for Preparing for Breast Implant Surgery.

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The Detroit Area’s Best Breast Implant Surgeon

Dr. Ali is a double board certified plastic surgeon, who has helped thousands of women get the breasts they want with breast implant surgery. He will offer you a consultation so you can understand what the best surgical options are for you. He will take the time to carefully answer all of your questions, and make sure that you have an understanding of the best techniques for achieving your appearance goals.

Consultation with a Detroit Area Breast Implant Surgeon: 248-335-7200

Surgeon’s Tips for Preparing for Breast Implant Surgery (Part 2)

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Plastic Surgeons’ Top Ten Tips for
Preparing for Breast Implant Surgery (Part 2) –

As the Detroit area’s top breast implant surgeon, Dr. Mazhar Ali has performed hundreds of breast augmentation surgeries, with beautiful results. It is always his goal to make the surgery and recovery as comfortable as possible! In this two part article, Dr. Ali shares tips from the world’s best breast implant surgeons for preparing for your breast augmentation surgery.

CLICK HERE to read Part 1 of Surgeons’ Top Ten Tips for Preparing for Breast Implant Surgery.

#6. Employ the Buddy System before Breast Implant Surgery

Make sure to arrange for a friend to drive you to your surgery and to take you home after, as well as to stay with you the first night of your recovery.

You’ll also need someone to help you around the house for the first few days while your rest up and recover from your breast implant surgery.

#7. Buy the Right Groceries before Breast Implant Surgery

Purchase foods that don’t upset your digestive system. Foods like crackers, applesauce, soup, and Jell-O are some of the easiest on your stomach while recovering from surgery.

You’ll also want a good stock of foods to keep you regular with a high fiber content. If you tend toward constipation, stool softeners, prune juice, or mild laxatives are good to have in the house – as some pain medications result in mild constipation.

#8. Arrange Your Bed before Breast Implant Surgery

After your breast implant surgery, in order to keep your implant in position – and minimize swelling – your surgeon will likely asvise you to sleep with your body elevated for at least a few days.

Arrange your bed before your surgery, so you can prop yourself up (with plenty of pillows or a wedge). Or, even consider sleeping upright in a comfortable reclining chair.

#9. Wear Soft Comfortable Clothes

As you recover from breast implant surgery, you’ll want to dress in comfy, loose-fitting clothing. While your board certified surgeon will prescribe you all the necessary medication to alleviate pain, you’ll want to do everything you can to make yourself feel as comfortable as possible as you recover.

Front opening cotton pajamas or sweatshirts are ideal, since you don’t have to raise your arms to put these on. Since you will have some leakage after implant surgery, having several clean comfoirtable lounging outfits or pajama sets ready will keep you feeling fresh and alleviate the need to do laundry during the initial recovery.

#10. Staying  Cool

As with any surgical procedure, you will most likely experience some mild swelling following your breast implant surgery. Purchase some ice packs (or perhaps a package of frozen peas) to place on yourself if you experience any swelling.

Under the care of board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali, you are sure to have a safe and comfortable breast implant surgery. He will be happy to consult with you on any additional questions you may have about how to prepare for your procedure, and will guide your through every step of your recovery process.

The Detroit Area’s Best Breast Implant Surgeon

Dr. Ali is a double board certified plastic surgeon, who has helped thousands of women get the breasts they want with breast implant surgery. He will offer you a consultation so you can understand what the best surgical options are for you. He will take the time to carefully answer all of your questions, and make sure that you have an understanding of the best techniques for achieving your appearance goals.

Consultation with a Detroit Area Breast Implant Surgeon: 248-335-7200

Answers to Breast Implant Post-surgery FAQs

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Breast Implant FAQS: What Happens after the Surgery?

In this article, top Troy, Michigan area breast augmentation surgeon Dr. Ali answers your Frequently Asked Questions about what happens after breast implant surgery.

How long does it take to recover from breast implant surgery?

One factor that may impact the speed of your recovery is whether or not you’ve had your implants under or over the muscle, however, this typically only impacts your recovery time by a day or two. Whichever procedure you’ve had, our breast augmentation patients all enjoy a swift recovery period and are typically able to return to work usually within a week or so, and are able to return to their usual day to day activities within 7 to 10 days.

Is it normal for my breasts to make noises after breast implant surgery?

In the days following your breast implant surgery, some noise emanating from your breasts is perfectly normal. Bubbles of air or fluids in the space surrounding the implants can result in a faint sloshing sound, but a few weeks following your surgery, the fluid and air will be completely absorbed, and you shouldn’t experience any further noises.

Will my breasts still move like normal breasts after breast implant surgery?

There are several factors to take into account for breast movement following breast implant surgery. The natural size and shape of your breasts will play a role, as will the type of breast implant you’ve opted to receive. Most breast implants move naturally, as they are fluid and soft. That said, the smaller the breast implant and the tighter the skin, the implants will most likely remain relatively firm, and slightly less mobile than a larger breast.

Will I eventually need to replace my breast implants?

There is a common misconception that all breast implants need to be replaced every ten or so years. This simply not the case. The only reason to replace your breast implants is if you are experiencing any issues with them, but this is not a common occurrence, particularly under the care of Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ali. If anything, the most common cause of women opting to replace their breast implants is to change their size.

If I have breast implants, do I need antibiotics before dental procedures?

Yes, women with breast implants should be administered standard antibiotics prior to any surgical or invasive medical procedure. These can easily be prescribed to you by your doctor or dentist.

How long before my breast implants drop?

For a short period following your breast implant surgery, your breasts will typically rest slightly high on your chest, and then drop down into a more normal position within a few weeks or so. There are several factors for how long it will take your breast implants to drop, including your breast size prior to surgery, the size of your implants, the placement of your implants, the implant surface type, and your muscle tone. Massaging your breasts can help speed up the process, and it takes less time for a smooth breast implant to drop than it does for a textured implant.

Implants placed above the chest muscle will also drop faster than implants placed under the muscle. If you began with smaller breasts and increased your size substantially, the tightness of your skin can cause a slightly longer delay in the time it takes for them to drop. In some cases, one breast will drop before the other.

You may speed up the process by massaging your breasts shortly after your breast augmentation surgery. You may also wear a wide elastic band around the top of your chest, which will help push them down. The longest it should take for your implants to drop is about six to nine months.

Is it normal for my breasts to appear sunburned and red or look shiny after breast implant surgery?

Yes, as your skin has been stretched out to make room for your breast implants, some redness or a sensation similar to a mild sunburn is a perfectly normal component of the healing process. Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ali will inform you what your best option is in terms of treating your skin as it heals (shea butter moisturizers are a popular and affective choice.)

Following your breast augmentation surgery, your skin may appear slightly more shiny than usual. This is also a result of the skin being stretched and will dissipate as your skin continues to relax.

How long after my breast implant surgery will my breasts soften up?

The time it takes for your breast implants to soften up is contingent on a variety of factors: your muscle tone, the type of filler, your implants’ surface type, the placement of the implant, and the fullness of the implant. During the short period of post-surgery swelling, your implants will remain firm. Silicone implants, as a general rule, are softer than saline implants, and smoother implants often feel softer than textured ones.

Top Troy Area Breast Implant Surgery

Dr. Ali is a double board certified plastic surgeon, who has helped thousands of women get the beautiful breasts they want with breast implant surgery. He will offer you a consultation so you can understand what the best surgical options are for you. He will take the time to carefully answer all of your questions, and make sure that you have an understanding of the best techniques for achieving your appearance goals.

Troy Area Breast Implant Surgery Consultation: 248-335-7200

Free CoolSculpting & ThermiSmooth Event Mar. 28, 2018

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Free ThermiSmooth & CoolSculpting Event –

 Wednesday – March 28, 2018 –
5:30pm to 7:30pm.

If you’ve been curious about the latest non-surgical anti-aging and fat-loss technologies, this free event will introduce you to our exciting ThermiSmooth and CoolSculpting procedures.

What is ThermiSmooth?

ThermiSmooth™ is a state-of-the-art technology for improving the appearance of aging skin on the face and almost anywhere on the body. ThermiSmooth utilizes radio-frequency to heat the skin which stimulates the body’s natural production of collagen. This strengthens and thickens the skin  – diminishing fine lines and wrinkles, while improving texture and elasticity.

The ThermiSmooth™ procedure is gentle and 100% non-invasive – with no down-time.

If you are interested in learning about a fast and affordable way to get younger looking skin, attend this free event at our Birmingham Med Spa and learn more about ThermiSmooth™.

What is CoolSculpting?

CoolSculpting is a non-invasive, non-surgical fat loss procedure for permanent fat-loss. It involves NO needles, NO surgery, and NO downtime. It is ideal for targeting areas that simply do not respond to exercise or dieting.

CoolSculpting freezes away stubborn fat cells using a breakthrough cooling technology. CoolSculpting can address a variety of trouble areas, including the tummy, love handles, chin, upper arms, abdomen, back, flanks, and inner and outer thighs. This non-surgical fat reduction treatment is FDA cleared, and will permanently eliminate fat in those hard to treat areas.

If you are interested in learning about an effective, affordable, non-surgical way to lose unwanted fat, attend this free event at our Birmingham Med Spa and learn more about CoolSculpting™.

Free Birmingham ThermiSmooth & Coolscuplting Event

Renowned double board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali, and medical aesthetician Ramona, offer the latest technologies in anti-aging and fat-loss at our state-of-the-art Birmingham Med Spa. We hope you will join us for this fun and informative event on Wednesday March 28!
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For More Information, Call our Birmingham Med Spa: 248.335.7200

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Breast Implant Surgery Terms and Definitions

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Considering Breast Implant Surgery?
Here are Some Breast Augmentation Terms You Should Know –

When you begin researching breast implant surgery, some of the medical terms can be unfamiliar

Dr. M. Azhar Ali is a double board-certified, Detroit area plastic surgeon who has performed more than 7,000 plastic surgery procedures. He and his team offer the highest standards in breast implant technologies and breast augmentation surgical techniques – coupled with comfortable & compassionate care – to all of our valued patients. In this article we set forth some of the medical terms you may hear or read about when considering breast implant surgery.

However, the best way to understand these terms – and how they apply to your situation – is to schedule a consultation with Dr, Ali in his state-of-the-art Detroit area Medical Facility.

Breast Implant Terminology A – E

Areola: the disc of pink, brown or darker skin around the nipple

Asymmetrical: unequal, not matching, or different in size, shape or placement.

Axilla: the armpit.

Axillary: related to the armpit.

Bilateral: occurring on both the right and left sides. A bilateral mastectomy is the removal of both breasts.

Breast envelope: the skin and tissue that covers the breast.

Capsular Contracture: a complication of breast implant surgery where scar tissue forms around the breast implant, resulting in breast stiffness, pain and in some case leaking of the fluid inside the breast implant.

Capsule: the fibrous tissue around the breast implant.

Dropping: when a breast implant drops into its final, slightly lower, more natural position – this occurs once the swelling has gone down and the skin and muscle have completely relaxed during healing.

Endoscopic surgery: surgery that uses a very small incision, to insert a tiny camera (endoscope) and special small surgical tools. Endoscopic surgery has fewer risks and shorter recovery time than traditional surgery.

Expander implant: a temporary breast implant used to gradually stretch the tissue by filling it with saline over time – to expand the area for a permanent breast implant.

Breast Implant Terminology F – L

Fascia: a sheet of connective tissue covering or binding muscles or organs.

Fluffing: when a breast implant drops into its final, slightly lower, more natural position – this occurs once the swelling has gone down and the skin and muscle have completely relaxed during healing.

Fold incision: an incision made in the inframammary crease to place the breast implants. Also called an Inframammary incision.

Form stable breast implants: (aka “gummy bear” breast implants) breast implants that are filled with a viscous gel that won’t leak in the event of a rupture.

General anesthesia: the type of anesthesia typically used for breast implant surgery, in which the patient is completely “asleep” or “under”.

Gummy bear implants: nickname for “form stable breast implants” which are filled with highly cohesive silicone gel, so if the implant ruptures the gel won’t migrate or “leak”.

Highly cohesive breast implants: another term for Gummy Bear Breast Implants or Form Stable Breast Implants.

Inframammary crease: the crease below the breasts where the breast meets the skin over the rib cage.

Inframammary incision: an incision made in the inframammary crease to place the breast implants. Also called the “crease” or “fold” incision.

Intracapsular rupture: a type of breast implant rupture in which a silicone-filled breast implant breaks, but the silicone is contained within the capsule.

Lobules: the part of the breast where milk is produced. These lobules are gathered into lobes – with up to 20 lobes per breast.

Local anesthesia: the type of anesthesia that only numbs a small part of the body, and is typically not used for breast implant surgery.

Breast Implant Terminology M – Z

Mastectomy: surgical removal of a breast (or both breasts) and associated breast tissue.

Mastopexy: technical term for a breast lift.

Micromastia: abnormally small breasts.

Pectoralis major: the two large, fan-shaped chest muscles on the chest that a breast implant is placed underneath in submuscular or subpectoral placement.

Pectoralis minor: the small chest muscles which are targeted with a Botox breast lift.

Periareolar incision: an incision made directly below the areola for inserting the breast implant – usually on the lower semi-circle of the areola. Scars here are less noticeable because of the darker skin and curve of the areola.

Pocket: the cavity made in the body in breast augmentation, in which the space is created for the breast implant.

Pole: the upper half or lower half of the breast or breast implant. The upper pole is the top half of the breast or breast implant – when the upper pole is fuller there is more roundness and cleavage.

Ptosis: the medical term for sagging – often used to describe dropping breasts.

Saline: is a mixture of salt (sodium chloride) in water. Saline is used to fill certain breast implants, however silicone is more widely used to fill breast implants at this time.

Sternum: the breast bone between the two breasts.

Submuscular and full submuscular: placing breast implants beneath the muscle. Full submuscular placement is placing the breast implant entirely under the muscle.

Symmastia: is a condition when the two breast implants are placed to closely and touch in the middle of the chest – also called kissing implants or a “uniboob.”

Transaxillary incision: a transaxillary incision is created through a channel from the armpit (axilla) to the breast and then the breast implant is placed behind the nipple.

Transumbilical breast augmentation (TUBA): a procedure in which breast implants are inserted via the belly button.

The Detroit Area’s Best Breast Implant Surgery

Dr. Ali is a double board certified plastic surgeon, who has helped throusands of women get the breasts they want with breast implant surgery. He will offer you a consultation so you can can understand what the best surgical options are for you. He will take the time to carefully explain all medical terms to you, and make sure that you have an understanding of the best techniques for achieving your appearance goals.

Schedule a Breast Implant Surgery Consultation: 248-335-7200

Tips for Breast Augmentation Surgery Recovery

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Tips for Recovery from Breast Augmentation Surgery –

Breast augmentation surgery is very routine – and extremely safe when performed by a board certified plastic surgeon such as Dr. Ali. However, it goes without saying that one of the key components of a successful surgical procedure is a successful healing process. Before you elect to undergo surgery, it’s important to understand all the necessary steps toward a swift and speedy recovery. In this article we’ll discuss some of the basics you need to know about recovering from your breast augmentation procedure to have you feeling your best after your surgery.

The Day of Your Breast Augmentation Surgery

The day of your surgery, when you awaken from your anesthesia, you will most likely experience some fatigue. Be sure to arrange for someone to pick you up following the procedure, as it is unsafe to drive after having received anesthetic.

Once you arrive home, you’ll want to get some rest. Be sure to sleep in an inclined position (at about a 30 degree angle) to help reduce swelling.

During your recovery period, you’ll wear a special medical compression bra that fits over your bandages. This not only helps to keep from putting stress on your stitches, but also aids in reducing swelling. You may experience tightness in your chest during the first few days, but this will diminish as you continue to heal.

Recovery from Breast Augmentation Surgery

After about two to three weeks, your stitches will be removed during a follow-up visi. By this time the discomfort should have subsided and you should start to feel almost “as good as new”.

At this time, you can typically resume physical activities such as light exercise, but it is important to avoid any kind of strenuous exercise for the first six weeks following your procedure. Your doctor will advise you what activities you can resume.

Breast augmentation has one of the speediest recovery periods of any serious cosmetic procedure, but it is still crucial to take the necessary precautions for a safe and comfortable recovery. For the fastest, safest experience, be sure that your incisions don’t undergo too much stress with slow, careful movement. Refrain from oopening heavy doors or lifting even moderately heavy objects – such as milk gallons or laundry baskets.

Too much heat can also aggravate swelling, so for the first few weeks, stay out of the sun, and avoid taking showers that are too hot.

As with any medical procedure, a healthy diet and lifestyle will add significantly to your recovery. Keep your daily salt consumption to a minimum, and to reduce swelling, eat foods with high vitamin K content, such as yogurt and eggs. And, of course, it is imperative to avoid smoking or alcohol consumption for at least the first several weeks following your procedure.

The rapid recovery period of breast augmentation helps assure spectacular results while minimizing downtime, so there is no reason to hesitate to get the body you’ve always dreamed of having.

Detroit’s Best Breast Augmentation Surgery

If you live in the Detroit area, call all top rated, board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali for a consultation today.

Dr. Ali has performed breast augmentation on thousands of women in the metro Detroit area, and across Oakland County. He will answer your questions and take the time to explain what to expect before, during and after breast augmentation surgery in your unique situation.

Feel beautiful inside and out, with breast augmentation surgery. And remember, financing options are also available!

Celebrities Who Have Had Breast Augmentation Surgery

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Famous Women Who Have Had Breast Augmentation –

If you’re thinking about having breast augmentation surgery, you’re in good company. Plenty of Hollywood’s most famous faces have done so themselves. Today we’ll take a look at some of the entertainment industry’s most outspoken advocates of breast implant surgery. Some of them may surprise you!

Miley Cyrus has had Breast Augmentation

Singer and actress Miley Cyrus has been upfront about her decision to undergo breast augmentation surgery. The former Disney star has been candid about the increased confidence and femininity brought about by her newly-acquired curves, stating that she no longer feels “like a boy.”

Kaley Cuoco has had Breast Augmentation

Best known as Penny on CBS’ The Big Bang Theory, Cuoco made the choice to get breast implants as soon as she turned 18. The actress stated that the procedure was “the best decision she ever made,” and has gone on to become one of television’s most sought-after leading ladies.

Carmen Electra has had Breast Augmentation

The actress and model has also famously undergone breast implants, and has even jokingly stated that the decision to do so is at least partially responsible for her success. If that’s the case, she made the right decision, as Electra’s career was jumpstarted after catching the attention of legendary musician Prince when she was just 18!

Angelina Jolie has had Breast Augmentation

Not all celebrities opt for breast implants strictly for cosmetic reasons. The Academy Award-winning actress underwent breast augmentation following a double mastectomy in 2013. While the actress herself did not suffer from the disease itself, a family history of breast cancer led her to opt for the procedure, which was subsequently offset by very natural breast augmentation.

Wendy Williams has had Breast Augmentation

The talk show host underwent breast augmentation over 20 years ago, and has never kept it a secret – except from her son! Williams’ 9 year old son first heard his mother discussing the surgery on her show. When he inquired about it, she explained it to him as having been a “frog” when she met her husband, and turned herself into a “swan” afterwards.

Jenny McCarthy has had Breast Augmentation

The model and actress has never kept any of her various cosmetic procedures a secret. She chose to get breast implants following childbirth, making the claim that after having a baby, “your breasts turn into pancakes.” If you’ve experienced an unwanted loss of firmness following childbirth, you may want to follow in Ms. McCarthy’s footsteps!

Kourtney Kardashian has had Breast Augmentation

While there has been much speculation about the various cosmetic procedures undergone by every member of Hollywood’s most famous family, Kourtney Kardashian has been open about the fact that she has breast implants. When questioned about it, the reality television star has been blasé about her procedure, and couldn’t seem happier with the outcome.

Pamela Anderson has had Breast Augmentation

Few celebrities’ names are as synonymous with breast augmentation than Miss Anderson. The Baywatch  star underwent breast augmentation in 1990, and quickly became one of the world’s leading beauty symbols for the ensuing decade.

Dolly Parton has had Breast Augmentation

If anyone could give Pamela Anderson a run for their money as the celebrity with the most famously augmented breasts, it would be Dolly Parton. The country music icon has never been shy about her various surgeries, and has been quoted saying that, “if you’ve got the nerve, the money and the desire to have surgery, then you should find a doctor and do it.” While we don’t typically recomend the exagerated proportions that Ms. Parton acheived – it certainly did help her career.

Detroit’s Best Breast Augmentation Surgeon

Whatever the reason you are considering breast augmentation, Dr. Ali is happy to offer you a consultation to see if breast implants are right for you. After all, the procedure clearly yielded positive results for the women on this list!

If you live in the Detroit area, call all top rated, board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali for a consultation today. Dr. Ali has performed breast augmentation on thousands of women in the metro Detroit area, and across Oakland County. He will help you choose the best breast implant size, shape, material and position for your body type and appearance goals.

Feel beautiful inside and out, with breast augmentation surgery. And remember, financing options are also available!

Nose Job Frequently Asked Questions

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Detroit Surgeon Dr. Ali Answers Your Nose Job FAQs

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Why do People Get Nose Jobs?

The most obvious reason for considering a nose job is that it can improve your appearance. Nasal restructuring can make your nose more in balance with your other features, as well as make it smaller, straighter, less wide, more defined, etc. 

But a rhinoplasty can also help you live a better and healthier life.  A nose job not only improves the look of the nose, it can improve its function, too. In many cases people undergo nose jobs to correct breathing, sleeping or snoring problems. 

How Old do You have to be to Get a Nose Job?

From a technical standpoint, rhinoplasty can be performed any time after the nose’s growth is complete. Everybody is different, but nasal growth is typically complete in girls by age 15 and in boys by age 16.

A person’s nose remains child-like until puberty when their adolescent growth spurt generates growth of the nasal skeleton. Usually no later than age 17, skeletal growth is complete and the nose will reaches its final adult shape. Dr. Ali will assess a young patient’s nose and determine if they have finished developing before scheduling a nose job.

What is the Recovery Period for a Nose Job?

You will go home the same day after your nose job  typically with a small, aluminum frame to cover your nose. This will ensure your nose is protected adequately during the first week of recovery.

Swelling will occur after surgery, so you can expect to feel congested for a while after. However, splints can prevent complete blockage. To ease this congestion, you can take an over-the-counter decongestant (with your physician’s approval). To reduce swelling, keep your head elevated higher than your heart.

Bruising varies with how extensive your nasal procedure was. Some people may have slight “black eyes” but many patients do not. Bruising and swelling are usually worse on the second day after your surgery, but will improve after that. For about 48 hours after your nose job, you will have nasal discharge and will have to keep a drip pad under your nose. 

Any external sutures used will be removed about a week after your surgery. If splints were used, they will be removed when your cast is removed. After 1 week the pain and discomfort should have subsided substantially.

You may experience some numbness in your nose, and/or some temporary loss of smell. Over the weeks following surgery, all sensation should return to normal.

How Painful Is a Nose Job?

Recovery from any medical procedure is a very personal experience and can greatly differ from person to person. But a nose job is among the least painful surgeries – because it primarily only involves manipulation of the cartilage and does not impact muscles, bones or deeper tissue.

Use of long-term anesthetic during your nose job procedure means you will not feel a thing. And medication prescribed afterwards will fully manage any pain or discomfort after the surgery.

Depending upon how extensive the procedure, some patients even report experiencing very little pain following surgery. And all of our patients unanimously agree that any short term discomfort was well worth having a beautiful nose on their face for the rest of their lives.

I Had a Nose Job from Another Doctor, but I’m Dissatisfied! Can Dr. Ali Fix it?

Revision surgery is sometimes appropriate to touch up or repair a problem or imperfection from a previous nose job. However,  a second nose job is considerably more complicated and more costly.  If, however, your nose is truly misshapen or you are breathing poorly from a “botched” nose job, Dr. Ali will offer you a consultation to assess the integrity of your nasal structures to ensure they can withstand a second surgery.

Detroit Area’s Best Nose Job Surgeon

If you are considering a nose job, and have questions, the best idea is to schedule a consultation with double board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali. He has helped thousands of men and women in the Detroit area get the nose they love. He will explain which procedures are right for your unique goals.

Today’s rhinoplasties are very routine, yielding exceptional outcomes with very little downtime or discomfort. And the results last a lifetime. So there’s no reason to wait to get the nose you’ve always wanted! If you live in the Detroit area, call all top rated, board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali for a consultation today.
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Schedule a Consultation with the Detroit Area’s Best Nose Job Surgeon: 248-335-7200

Understanding Nose Job Terminology

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Considering Rhinoplasty?
Here are Some Nose Job Terms You Should Know –

Dr. M. Azhar Ali is a double board-certified, Detroit area plastic surgeon who has performed more than 7,000 plastic surgery procedures. He and his team offer the highest standards in nose job technologies and rhinoplasty surgical techniques – coupled with comfortable & compassionate care – to all of our valued patients.

In this article we set forth some of the medical terms you may hear or read about when considering nose job surgery.

However, the best way to understand these terms – and how they apply to your situation – is to schedule a consultation with Dr, Ali in his state-of-the-art Detroit area Medical Facility.

Nose Job Terminology

Alar Base Reduction

The “alar base” is the area of the nose that forms the nostrils. An Alar Base Reduction is a procedure to make nostrils smaller.

Considering Rhinoplasty? Here are Some Nose Job Terms You Should Know

Alar Base Reduction

The “alar base” is the area of the nose that forms the nostrils. An Alar Base Reduction is a procedure to make nostrils smaller.

Alarplasty

Sometimes also called “tip-plasty”, alarplasty surgery improves the tip of the nose, usually narrowing and defining it.

Bulbous Tip

This refers to a wide, oversized nasal tip with large alar cartilage.

Closed Rhinoplasty

Also called “endonasal rhinoplasty”, this is a type of nose job technique in which all of the incisions are made inside the nose, which hides any scars.

Read More About Closed Rhinoplasty HERE.

Columella

This is the central column of the nose separating the left nostril from the right.

Dorsal Bump

Also sometimes called nasal or nose “humps” or “hooks” – these are one of the most common areas of dissatisfaction with nose shape. The dorsal bump is caused by large nasal bones, a large septum cartilage, or both.

Dorsal Aesthetic Lines (DAL)

These are the visual lines that run parallel down the bridge of the nose – ideally the DALs will create a straight, smooth, continuous line from the forehead or top of the nose to the tip of the nose.

Edema

Edema refers to swelling of soft tissue – and occurs in any type of surgery. Edema will vary with the extensiveness of the surgery, but in nose jobs it develops more in patients with thick skin.

Front Droop

Front Droop refers to a drooping tip – sometimes also called a hook nose – where the tip of the nose droops below the rest of the nose. This may resemble a hook shape from the profile view. The medical term a front droop is tip ptosis.

Hanging Columella

When the columella (above) extends too far below the outer edge of the nostril it is called a Hanging Columella – which is most easily seen from a profile view.

Nasal Dorsum

This is the medical term for what is commonly called the bridge of the nose. It is roughly the upper two-thirds of the nose, and connects the tip of the nose to the face. The upper half of the dorsum is made of nasal bones, and the lower half of the dorsum is cartilages.

Open Rhinoplasty

Also called external rhinoplasty, this is a more complex type of nose job than closed rhinoplasty. Open rhinoplasty surgery exposes the nasal skeleton by incision on the columella – and requires an external incision that leaves small, visible scar on the nose that typically heals well with time.

Read More About Open Rhinoplasty HERE.

“Pig Nose”

This unfortunate term refers to over-shortening and over-elevation of the nose, typically from a poorly performed rhinoplasty that now requires revision surgery. It is an insensitive term that we do not use in our office – but is still sometimes found in the plastic surgery industry.

Tip Rotation

Refers to over-shortening and/or over-elevation of the nose. Sometime this is intentional, and as the patient heals, the tissues will begin to relax and gravity will pull the nose down. In other cases this can be the result of a poorly performed rhinoplasty that now requires revision surgery.

Pinched Nose

A “pinched nose” has excessive narrowing of the nose bridge that disrupts the preferred look of straight parallel lines down the bridge of the nose.

Polly Beak or Parrots Beak

The technical term for this is “supratip fullness” – and it is a common problem during recovery from a poorly done nose job. In this condition, the tip of the nose curves down much like a parrot’s beak – and it can be the result of swelling, excess tip cartilage, scar tissue, or insufficient support of the tip.

Primary Nose Job or Rhinoplasty

The first nose job a patient has – or any rhinoplasty on a previously un-operated nose – is the primary nose job. These are safer and easier surgeries than secondary or revision rhinoplasties, because there is no previous surgical scarring or damage to the cartilage, tissue or bone.

Secondary or Revision Rhinoplasty

This is when a patient requires a second nose job to correct a previous unsuccessful nose surgery.

Spreader Grafts

These are pieces of cartilage – typically taken from the patient’s own septum, ear, or rib – used to support and contour the nose. Spreader grafts can be used to achieve the desired appearance as well as to provide added support – and is used for both cosmetic and functional rhinoplasty.

Tip Projection

Tip projection is a measurement of far out the nose tip reaches from a line perpendicular to the face. A person can also have over or under tip projection.

It is typically considered ideal if (on side view) the tip of the nose is the high point of the nose and the nasal bones are lower than the tip. If the nasal tip is below the dorsal nasal profile it is an under-projecting or hanging tip. If the nasal tip is extended above the dorsal nasal profile it is an over-projecting tip.

Turbinate or Turbinal

These are the long, narrow, shell-like bones that run downward into the breathing passage of the nose.

Detroit Area’s Best Nose Job Surgeon

Dr. Ali will offer you a consultation so you can can understand what the best surgical options are for you. He will carefully explain all medical terms and make sure that you have an understanding of the best way to achieve the nose you’ve always dreamed of.

 

Schedule a Nose Job Consultation with a Detroit Area Rhinoplasty Surgeon: 248-335-7200

Who Can Get a Nose Job?

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Who is a Good Candidate for a Nose Job?

Good tissue and favorable healing responses are necessary for any surgery to be successful – including a rhinoplasty (nose job). A smooth clear complexion, firm nasal cartilage, elastic skin, and good general overall health make a person an ideal candidate for a nose job.

Who Can’t Get a Nose Job?

Certain hereditary conditions, however, can make an individual a less than ideal candidate for a nose job. Genetically weak cartilage or nasal bones, or skin that is too thin, too thick, or prone to scarring (such as keloids) can make a person a less than ideal rhinoplasty candidate.

Thick skin, for example, is difficult to shrink and sometimes doesn’t conform to the underlying framework of the new nasal shape – leading to limitations on what the surgeon can accomplish if the skin won’t contract.

Individuals taking immune suppressants, people with diabetes and/or bleeding disorders, and/or smokers typically do not heal as well and are more prone to infection and complications and should typically avoid elective surgeries.

Is there an Age Limit for a Nose Job?

There is not a specific age limit to have a nose job – but teens should not have rhinoplasty surgery until their nose has reached its adult size. This typically happens at about age 15 or 16 for girls. And, usually happens a year or so later for boys.

Dr. Ali will assess the patient’s nasal growth during a teen’s consultation to ensure the nose has stopped growing. Minors (under age 18) will, of course, need parental consent, as well.

Teenagers also need to have the emotional maturity to deal with the rigors of a somewhat difficult and painful surgical procedure – and the ability to fully comply with post-surgical care and recovery requirements.

They must be emotionally ready to deal with wearing the cast, a good week of nasal discharge and congestion, and the unsightly surgical swelling that can distort the nose for several months.

And teens must be willing and able to refrain from activities that could injure the nose while it is healing – including sports, bike riding, roughhousing, cheerleading, dance, etc.

That being said, for many young people the teenage years are an ideal time for a nose job. The young skin and body of a teenager heals quickly. And, for a teen who is extremely self-conscious about a misshapen or unattractive nose, a nose job can instill confidence in their appearance and help them enjoy the remainder of their high school or college years.

Can You Be Too Old For a Nose Job?

As with any surgery, good tissue, elastic/supple skin and favorable healing responses are necessary for a successful rhinoplasty. And as we age the skin becomes thinner and less elastic, and the bones and cartilage can become weakened.

So, for a nose job, there is not a set age that is “too old” – but rather the patients skin tone, cartilage strength and overall health must be assessed.

Also, while a nose job is a relatively minor procedure in terms of stress to the body – with any surgical procedure there is concern about the affect the surgery and the anesthesia, can have on the heart, lungs, or any underlying medical condition.

Can I Have a Second Nose Job?

Revision surgery is sometimes appropriate to touch up or repair a problem or imperfection from a previous nose job. However, in most cases, the risk of complex revision rhinoplasty is only justified for repairing a truly misshapen or poorly breathing nose.

A second nose job is considerably more complicated, far more costly, and often less effective than a first-time rhinoplasty — so your plastic surgeon will have to carefully assess the integrity of your nasal structures to ensure they can withstand a second surgery.

Best Detroit Area Nose Job Surgeon

Today’s nose job techniques are more advanced, safer, more accurate, and more effective than previous rhinoplasty surgeries. In the hands of a skilled board certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Ali, a nose job can successfully be performed on most people in good health with favorable tissue.

If you are considering a nose job, call Detroit area Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ali for a rhinoplasty evaluation and consultation to see if you are good candidate.  He will assess your nasal structure, consider your appearance goals, and explain your surgical options  – to ensure that you achieve the best possible nose job results!

 

Schedule a Nose Job Consultation with Detroit area Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ali: 248-335-7200