What is a Preservation Rhinoplasty

A Rhinoplasty or nose job is a popular surgical procedure performed to improve the aesthetic appearance and functionality of the nose. A rhinoplasty can help improve the size, shape and help correct other issues such as deviated septum or for a previously broken nose.

Traditional rhinoplasty to correct dorsal hump or correct and reshape the tip, the vault of the nose is destroyed and must then be reconstructed in order to be functional again.

For the last 50 years, the old nose surgery technique was the standard procedure to remove a hump and change the shape of the nose. However, this technique often had associated a high rate of revision and secondary surgery. A newer technique known as a Preservation Rhinoplasty is now available, offering patients the same great results – but a procedure that is less invasive with a reduced downtime too.

What is Preservation Rhinoplasty?

Preservation Rhinoplasty surgeons no longer need to destroy or reconstruct the dorsum of the nose during surgery, instead, the height is reduced internally. By doing this the nose becomes smaller and the hump disappears.

Preservation Rhinoplasty is less invasive and there is less bruising and swelling. Thanks to a less invasive technique, there is less bleeding post-operatively and the soft packs inserted inside the nose after surgery allow the patient to breathe straight away. Dorsal preservation also achieves a more natural result, and there is less risk for secondary deformities or need for revision surgery.

Am I suitable for Preservation Rhinoplasty?

Preservation rhinoplasty is suitable for approximately 60% of patients, in particular for patients who require the bridge of the nose to be modified. However, the other 20% of patients will still require traditional Rhinoplasty surgery.  At The Private Clinic, we highly recommend booking a consultation with our experts plastic surgeons to assess your case and recommend the best procedure for you.

When will I be able to return to doing sports after Preservation Rhinoplasty?

Before going back to performing sports, running or going to the gym we recommend waiting between 3-4 weeks. However, for contact sports and activities that could lead to your nose getting damaged or hurt such as netball you should wait up to 6 weeks.

Preservation Rhinoplasty Patient Story

Chloe decided to visit The Private Clinic for a rhinoplasty consultation. Chloe from a very young age had been self-conscious about her nose, in particular with the hump of her nose.

With her job as a beauty and fashion blogger, always taking pictures and on video, her nose was just bothering her even more “With my job and constantly ben on camera every little flaw was just heightened”.

Chloe decided that it was time to undergo a rhinoplasty so decided to vist The Private Clinic where she was told about the Preservation Rhinoplasty. This is a new rhinoplasty technique that requires less downtime than traditional rhinoplasty and there is less swelling and bruising involved. During the consultation, the surgeon explained to Chloe that she was a great candidate for the preservation rhinoplasty technique.

“They explained that the issue with my nose was not so much the hump but the fact that the tip of my nose dropped, so as soon as he lifted the tip of my nose I could see that was the nose I always wanted”. “Being able to have the Preservation rhinoplasty technique just checked all my boxes since it has less downtime and less swelling, it was just perfect”.

We were able to reduce Chloe’s nose hump, correct her deviated septum to improve Chloe’s breathing issues and reshape and lift the tip of the nose via the Preservation rhinoplasty technique.

7 days post-surgery Chloe’s cast was removed revealing a natural-looking smaller nose with a lifted tip.  “Seeing myself without the cast for the first time was so overwhelming… it was something I wanted for so long…I feel so happy with myself and confident. Now when I go to socials events I don’t feel conscious about it anymore”.

Find out more about Chloe’s patient journey here.

Where can I book a consultation for Preservation rhinoplasty?

London Harley Street

London, Harley Street.
Our London clinic is situated at 98, Harley Street London W1G 7HZ.

The Private Clinic London is conveniently located near to Primrose Hill, Bayswater, St Johns Wood, Holland Park, Mayfair, Hyde Park, Kensington, Chelsea, South Kensington, Regents Park, Green Park, Notting hill, Fulham, Battersea, Knightsbridge, Clapham, Victoria, West End, Marylebone, Earls Court, Soho, Fulham, Belgravia, Fitzrovia Canary Wharf, Richmond, Wimbledon and Chiswick.

Northampton

Our Northampton clinic is located at 82 Billing Road, NN1 5DF.

Our clinic in Northampton is easily commutable from the surrounding areas of Northamptonshire including; Yardley Hastings, Collingtree Park, Boughton, East Hunsbury, Great Brington, West Hunsbury, Great Houghton, Grange Park, Little Houghton, Abington, Maidwell, Golf Lane, Harrington, Sandy Lane, Chapel Brampton, Wootton, Kelmarsh, Abington Vale, Grendon, Weston, Kislingbury, Althorpe, Quinton, Ashton, Harlestone, Upper Harlestone, Guilsborough, Roade, Rugby, Stanwick, Wellingborough, Wolverton, Milton Keynes, Bedford, Raunds and locations from the East Midlands, Leicester, Peterborough, Northants, Cambridge, Norwich and Norfolk.

To book a rhinoplasty appointment with our highly skilled surgeons please call us 0333 920 2471.

Rhinoplasty surgery at The Private Clinic

We are the UK’s leading non-invasive cosmetic group and have some of the most experienced facial plastic surgeons in the country working with us. For over 40 years we have successfully treated thousands of patients.
By coming to us for your nose job procedure, we will look after you to make your journey an exciting one.

• No hidden costs.
• Committed patient care before, during and long after every procedure.
• Dedicated Patient Coordinator, who you can call as much as you need, throughout your Private Clinic journey.
• We have industry-leading, highly experienced doctors and surgeons.
• Our aftercare promise – you can call, email and visit us to discuss how we tailor-make each procedure and offer ethical and professional aftercare for every patient.
• We are contactable 24/7, 365 days a year
• We are competitively priced for the expertise and professionalism we provide every patient.
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To find out more about rhinoplasty procedures or to book a consultation please call 0333 920 2471 or use our rhinoplasty online contact form.