What Is Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty is an aesthetic procedure used to enhance the look and shape of the nose. Aside from correcting cosmetic issues, rhinoplasty can also restore the nose's function by improving breathing issues. At Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery, our team performs rhinoplasty with a focus on creating natural-looking outcomes. For large noses, noses with an irregular shape, or noses that protrude too far outward, even small changes can produce dramatic results. For more information about rhinoplasty in Birmingham, AL, schedule a consultation with one of our plastic surgeons.
How Is Rhinoplasty Performed?
Rhinoplasty is generally performed with the patient under general anesthesia. There are different approaches that may be used, depending on certain cosmetic goals. Whichever method is used, the objective during surgery is to reduce excess tissue and cartilage or to build and increase cartilage for a new shape. After crafting the desired shape, we'll reposition the nose and drape the skin back over it. Stitches will then be placed either inside the nose or within the natural external crease to reduce visibility.
What Are the Benefits of Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty offers a variety of aesthetic and functional benefits for our Birmingham, AL patients, including:
- Reducing the bridge of the nose
- Increasing or decreasing the size of the nose
- Revising nasal pathways to make breathing easier
- Reshaping the nostrils
- Reducing the tip of the nose
- Correcting a deviated septum
Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery Reviews
I recently had Rhinoplasty by Dr. Hedden and I am more than happy to write this review. The results were exceptional and I’m very happy with the outcome. Including myself, now have 4 members of my family that have had great results over the years with Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Schaffer is a wonderful Plastic Surgeon, very attentive to your needs and concerns! I am extremely happy with the results of my Rhinoplasty, neck lipo and lip injections. I highly recommend Dr. Schaffer if you are considering plastic surgery or other procedures.I have enjoyed my experience at Hedden Plastic Surgery!
Wonderful! I traveled from Memphis to Birmingham just to see him and I’m very pleased - i had my very first breast implants & lift w/ Dr. Hedden. a lot of my friends went to him so it was a no brainer for me. i traveled from Memphis to Birmingham just to see him and i’m very pleased. i’m 7 days post op, had very minimal bruising. he’s straight to the point but listens to your needs as well. his staff is very kind & informative. i will definitely be returning for a nose job once i get the boobs paid off :)
I have been overweight all my life. I was 49 years old, weighed 289 lbs, and extremely depressed. My feet, legs, hips and especially my back hurt. I wore a size 22/24 and my feet swelled so that I could only wear one pair of dress shoes comfortably and without embarassment. I considered gastric bypass surgery for a couple of years and had just witnessed one of my best friends go through it with great success. I made the decision to have the bypass surgery, lost 150 lbs and felt great. I was wearing a size 6-8 and looked pretty good in clothes. I was very happy but the weight loss left my 50 year old body with a lot of excess skin. My breasts, which had previously been a 42 DDD, had become what my fiancé termed as "36 LONGS." I had nothing left but empty skin sacks. My abdomen also hung with loose skin. My legs were extremely horrible with a lot of loose skin and my arms had "bat-wings." I made an appointment with Dr. Hedden to talk about having four procedures. He gave me the prices for tummy tuck, breast lift, leg lift and arm lift. My legs were what bothered me most and I called to schedule that procedure first. I'd had large breasts all my life and having just the breast lift would have left me with a full B/loose C cup. After talking with Dr. Hedden, I decided to go up one cup size. That is a decision I do not regret. I had the tummy tuck and breast lift with augmentation done in his office. The staff was wonderful and very professional. I was given a prescription for pain killers and muscle relaxers. My first night was spent in a hotel room so that I could be close to Dr. Hedden's office in case of an emergency. My fiancé stayed with me, helped me to the restroom and cared for me. I had mild discomfort but it was nothing like what had been described by other people who "knew someone who had had the surgery and couldn't move for 6 weeks." I did just what the doctor ordered and had very little discomfort even having both procedures at once. The staff at Dr. Hedden's office marveled at my recovery time. I am now a happy 36D with a very flat tummy. I love my new body and have been able to shop at Victoria's Secret for more than just the lotions! I will be going back for the other two procedures (legs and arms). Maybe after that I will have a facelift … after all I am 51 years old now! I would highly and happily recommend Dr. William J. Hedden and his staff to anyone who is considering cosmetic surgery.
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Rhinoplasty offers the opportunity to reshape and refine the nose, enhancing facial harmony and boosting self-confidence. At Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery, our plastic surgeons provide personalized rhinoplasty procedures tailored to each patient's unique aesthetic goals. For more information, contact our Birmingham office to schedule a consultation.