Nose job :
Nose job is a surgical procedure to alter the shape and appearance of the existing nose. Although it is done for cosmetic concerns (to change the shape and symmetry, narrowing the width) it is also very helpful in patients with nasal trauma or injury, breathing difficulties due to deviated nasal septum, congenital defects like cleft lip /palate, revision of previous rhinoplasty etc,. It is done in the cases of nasal asymmetry or deformity , nostril shape and size concerns , nasal hump or bump, breathing difficulties/ nasal congestion , snoring , reccurent sinus infections due to DNS, post traumatic nasal deformity etc,.
It is usually done by skilled plastic surgeon, or an ENT surgeon. It is extremely important to choose the correct surgeon and discuss beforehand the expectations and outcome of the procedure. The doctor also needs to evaluate the concerns,cosmetic difficulties, psycological state of the patient and should be thoroughly counseled.