Non-surgical Nose Job (Nose Filler)

The nose is the most defining symbol of our character on our face. However, there are not many people who are content with their noses! Those who raise the tip of their nose in front of the mirror, those who dream of a straight nose, those who are not satisfied with the results after having a nose job… Actually, there is a way to shape your nose without surgery! It is a method that can provide solutions to many problems and the best news is that it takes only 15 minutes! Let’s discuss the pros and cons of this method …

What is a nose filler, and is it an alternative to surgical rhinoplasty?

Non-surgical rhinoplasty or nose filler is an ideal method for those who have aesthetic concerns about their nose, who want to change it but are afraid of surgery, who need a preview before surgery or who want a small change that does not require surgery. In addition, nose filler is used most when it is preferred to complement the surgery in cases where surgical rhinoplasty has been performed but yielded unsatisfactory results. In other words, nose filler is a versatile invention that can provide solutions to different problems.

We can say that it is a procedure in which small changes are made according to the problems that require aesthetic surgery. As the name suggests, nose filler is a form of correction by adding materials, not subtracting. In other words, it cannot clear a very prominent nasal bone, but it can make the bone look less prominent by making small changes on the nose.

Which filler material is used for nose filler?

Just as the case with other face fillers, hyaluronic acid-containing fillers are used for non-surgical rhinoplasty. Since hyaluronic acid is a substance naturally present in the human body, the results obtained from the procedure provide a natural appearance.

When is non-surgical rhinoplasty preferred?

It can be preferred in the following cases:

• Complementary in cases where the desired results cannot be achieved after the surgery
• If the person has reservations about the anesthesia or allergic to it 
• As a rehearsal to make sure what kind of a nose they want before surgery
• Small touches and changes that do not require surgery are desired

Does non-surgical rhinoplasty provide solutions to structural problems in the nose?

Non-surgical rhinoplasty is necessary in the following cases:

• If the structure of the nose creates an asymmetry on the face
• If there are regional gaps to be filled in the nose
• In cases where the height of the nasal base is low
• When there are problems such as palpable depression or indentation in the nasal bridge
• When the contour of the nose needs to be highlighted
• When there are deep holes where the forehead meets the nose

Who can get nose fillers?

While non-surgical rhinoplasty is an ideal and practical solution for the problems mentioned above, it cannot provide effective solutions as in surgery in removing excess volume. For this reason, only fifty percent of people who apply for nose fillers are good candidates for this procedure. If the nasal bridge is too high, nose fillers fail to satisfy the needs.

What parameters need to be considered for patients that will get this procedure?

Although it offers solutions as an alternative to surgical rhinoplasty, making it a very attractive treatment method, it is very important to find the right physician to get this procedure done. Rhinoplasty is a field that requires expertise in specific issues. It is very important that the specialist you choose can also perform surgical rhinoplasty. A specialist who knows the anatomy of the face and nose very well and has a good grasp of the surgical process can see the necessary dose, application sites, and the results of the nose filler. Whether you are a suitable candidate for this procedure is also another factor your physician should decide.

How is nose filler done?

The application process is similar to other filling procedures performed on the face. Before starting the procedure, an anesthetic cream is rubbed and expected to penetrate the area for about 30 minutes. Injectors containing hyaluronic acid fillers are then applied to the application site.

How long does the procedure take?

Although it depends on the structure of the nose, it is a fast procedure that takes about 15 minutes.

Can we return to social life after nose fillers?

You can continue your daily life after the nonsurgical rhinoplasty procedure, which does not have any side effects other than a little bit of redness.

How long do its effects last?

The good news is that since the nose is not an area where we make mimics, its duration is longer than other fillers. It can maintain its effects for up to 1.5 years.

Let’s compare nose fillers and surgical rhinoplasty … Advantages of the nose fillers:

• The filler does not require general anesthesia.
• No recovery period lasts for months as in surgical operations.
• It is not an irreversible procedure, unlike surgical rhinoplasty.

Advantages of the Surgery:

• While the filler cannot get rid of the nasal hump, you can get a straight nose with surgery.
• While a filler cannot make a large nose small, you can reduce the size of your nose with surgery.

You have decided to have surgery after fillers, will you have to wait?

Yes, surgery is generally not preferred immediately after non-surgical rhinoplasty. However, your specialist will determine how long to wait before the surgery by the amount of the filler used and the application site.