Rhinoplasty Houston, TX

Rhinoplasty: The procedure

Rhinoplasty is performed as an outpatient procedure in Dr. Courtney’s surgical center in Houston. The entire procedure concludes within 2-3 hours, depending on the complexity of your specific situation. Revision rhinoplasties generally take longer than primary rhinoplasty because they involve grafting.

While each rhinoplasty is unique, the following is a broad overview of the steps involved in the procedure.

• Anesthesia: Our anesthesiologist will deliver local anesthesia with IV sedation to ensure you’re physically and mentally comfortable and relaxed. In rare cases, general anesthesia might be necessary, putting you to sleep.
• Incisions: Dr. Courtney makes small incisions on the inside of your nose (closed rhinoplasty) or on the column of skin separating the nostrils (open rhinoplasty). He’ll choose the incision style and technique based on your specific cosmetic concerns.
• Repositioning: Dr. Courtney will separate the skin from your bone and cartilage to make the necessary modification to your nasal bone. In some cases, he may use a small cartilage graft from your ear or from deep within your nose for augmentation.
• Closing: After the necessary modifications are made, he’ll close the incisions to ensure optimal recovery with minimal scarring. He might also place a metal or plastic splint on your nose to aid the recovery process.