Safety & Risks of Nose Surgery Presented by Dr. Paul Nassifhttp://www.rhinoplastyspecialist.com - 310.275.2467
There are risks associated with surgery of any kind, including rhinoplasty. However, you should know that when your procedure is performed by a qualified facial plastic surgeon, complications are uncommon. In the rare instance that you experience a complication, you may require some form of treatment.
Infection: Infection is a risk associated with any kind of surgery, but it is rare following rhinoplasty. Antibiotics
are routinely prescribed to prevent infection.
Bleeding: Excessive postoperative bleeding can occur.
Burst blood vessels: Small burst blood vessels may appear as tiny red dots on the surface of the skin on your
nose. This is more common if you have rosacea, or if you're having revision rhinoplasty. Although it may be
permanent, it can be treated with vascular lasers.
Scarring: If an incision is made on your columella, or if incisions are made to reduce the width or length of your
nostrils, there is a minimal risk of obvious scarring.
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