04 Dec When to Turn to Rhinoplasty for Traumatic Sports Injuries
Physical contact is likely to happen in nearly any sport. Chances of injury rises without question, and when the face is exposed the nose is the most vulnerable to experience injury. What athletes are unaware of is the damage caused deep within their nasal structure. Many of us believe that simple home remedies of ice and heat applications can resolve the damage, but depending on the severity of impact there could be a need for corrective nose surgery, otherwise known as rhinoplasty.
After a broken nose, some men and women avoid the opinion of experts, and thus increase their risk for complications and crooked appearance.
Broken Nose Complications
The most common result of a broken nose involves a deviated septum, the wall that separates the two nasal passages. After the nose breaks, it can push the wall out of alignment. Limiting airflow for the individual because there is one narrow airway, making it difficult to breathe comfortably.
A broken nose can result in bleeding and when blood collects in the nostrils, one or both can become blocked. Leaving the injury untreated can result in long-term cartilage damage, blood clots and congestion.
Reconstruction and Functional Use
Upon correcting septum alignment and cartilage, rhinoplasty can reshape the nose. Nasal tissue plays an important role for everyone, acting as a filter for air before entering the lungs. Dr. Gigoryants and his staff will make corrections to deformities and rebuild broken nasal bones to become fully functional.
When to See a Rhinoplasty Specialist
Many people are still unsure when to come in for observation, but normally initial observation should come from a hospital emergency room. If the injury was unattended by a doctor for at least a week, then your nose should be evaluated by an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon. A broken nose can be repaired within the first two weeks from the day of the injury, waiting too long will push back the need for reconstruction to allow the bones to heal on their own.
We recommend anyone with a broken nose, who is unhappy with their appearance to seek the advice from our experienced plastic surgeon, Dr. Grigoryants. Those with permanent damage in nasal breathing and congestion are also welcome to determine their need for rhinoplasty. Traumatic sports injuries can cause severe damage to an athlete’s nose, book an appointment now to learn how to correct new or existing disfigurements with rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills.