Wirral Life November 2019 | Page 78

W AESTHETICS L ARE YOU UNHAPPY WITH YOUR NOSE? BY DR SALLY ANN DOLAN If there is something about your nose that you don’t like but you would never consider surgery, this is a procedure well worth considering. non-surgical rhinoplasty is gaining in popularity and people are searching the internet for clinics who provide this advanced dermal filler treatment. A nose with a droopy tip? A nose with a bump in the middle? Hooked nose? Or a nose that simply looks too big? Do you avoid having your photograph taken (especially a side profile)? Well, this is something to think about as the appearance of your nose can be adjusted and corrected non surgically with dermal fillers. Dr Ian Jones says, "we have been performing this procedure for several years in our clinics, but we have certainly noticed a considerable rise in the number of patients requesting this treatment over the past 9-12 months. Using dermal fillers, a hooked or bumpy nose can be transformed to a straight nose, a nose that tips down at the end can be uplifted, all in a matter of minutes. It involves placing small volumes of filler, (hyaluronic acid) into strategic points on the nose, typically at the top of the nose, in the middle and at the tip. It is a quick and relatively painless procedure and the results are evident immediately. The effect will last approximately 12 months. This non-surgical rhinoplasty often referred to as a non-surgical nose job has been gaining popularity since it was demonstrated on This Morning on ITV and titled “the lunchtime nose job”. Despite this being depicted as a very quick and easy procedure it is not a treatment to be taken lightly and it should only be performed by an experienced medical practitioner who has extensive knowledge of the anatomy of the nose to avoid potential complications. Surgery to alter the shape or size of the nose, a surgical rhinoplasty, is not usually available on the NHS unless you have problems breathing. It is still, however a very popular and successful treatment and one you may wish to consider if you are looking for a permanent result. However nowadays people are increasingly looking for treatments that avoid hospitalisation, avoid downtime and save their well-earned money. It is for this reason that the 78 wirrallife.com "It is a very rewarding aesthetic treatment to perform as the patient often presents with a long history of having been very self-conscious of the shape or profile of their nose, and admit it has a negative effect on their self-esteem and confidence, often impacting on their social and work circumstances. Seeing the reaction of these patients when they look in the mirror straight after the procedure and when they compare the before and after photographs that we take, is extremely satisfying and uplifting." A non-surgical rhinoplasty is an alternative to surgery in many patients. It is a treatment which will give an effect for approximately 12 months and can then be repeated. Dermal Fillers are great for smoothing, straightening the bridge, and lifting the tip of the nose and injected correctly making the nose more attractive and in harmony with the rest of the face. If you are interested in learning more about the non-surgical rhinoplasty do not hesitate to call or message the clinic and we can offer you a consultation with the doctors. This is free of charge and without obligation. To contact the Clinics, call 0151 625 8080 (West Kirby) or 0151 348 4878 (Heswall).