Mini Open Rhinoplasty

Mini open rhinoplasty is a technique in which the incision is in the middle, just like the open rhinoplasty. The surgeon makes the incision at the columella (inside of both nostrils), allowing the nasal structure correction at the tip of the nose, providing a more beautiful, slim, and refined nasal tip.

Ideal for

  • A person who wishes to have a high-bridge nose
  • A person who wants rhinoplasty with nasal structure correction
  • A person who needs to refine and slim the nasal tip
  • A person with less nasal skin thickness
  • A person who needs rhinoplasty with other corrections
  • A person with a nasal hump, a large or a thick nose
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Advantages

  • Adjust the nasal tip finely
  • Strong nasal structure in nice shape, and complements the face shape
  • Ideal for a person who wants to correct the previous rhinoplasty
  • Minimize the risk of nasal tip extrusion

Recovery period

Approximately 7-21 days, depending on the individual.

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Mini Open Rhinoplasty

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Mini Open Rhinoplasty

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Mini Open Rhinoplasty

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Mini Open Rhinoplasty

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Mini Open Rhinoplasty

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Mini Open Rhinoplasty

Rhiboplasty Process

Consultation

Meet a surgeon to discuss concerns and the desired nose shape.

Choose the shape

Analyze the desired nose shape with a surgeon.

Anesthetic injection

Administer an anesthetic so the patient feels no pain during surgery.

Performing rhinoplasty

Performs rhinoplasty with the selected technique by a surgeon.

After-surgery care

Receive aftercare advice and schedule a follow-up.

Preparation Instructions

Pre-surgery

  • Stop smoking 4 weeks before surgery.
  • No alcoholic drinks for 1-2 days before surgery.
  • No fermented foods or seafood before surgery.
  • Wash hair the day before surgery.
  • Nothing per Oral (NPO) for 6-8 hours before surgery.
  • Prepare the patient mentally.

Post-surgery

  • Apply cold compression during the first few days after surgery to minimize swelling.
  • Keep the head elevated while sleeping to heal swelling quickly.
  • No exposure to the splint after surgery, and no activities that risk impact on the nose.
  • Avoid dust to prevent sneezing and coughing.  
  • After 4-5 days, the wound begins to heal and stop bleeding. Apply warm compression to reduce bruises. 
  • No blowing nose intensely. Drink lots of water to relieve nasal congestion.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take after mini open rhinoplasty to take shape?

Swelling within 1-2 weeks after rhinoplasty is normal. After one month, the nose is obviously in shape.

Generally, stitches can be removed within 1-2 weeks after surgery, depending on the technique used.

A local anesthetic is applied, so there is no pain during the procedure. During the first few days after surgery, mild pain is possible, but it will improve.

Mini open is a technique that opens the nasal structure to reshape the nasal tip, not the entire nose, as the open technique does.