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Rhinoplasty — Reshape Your Nose Without Compromising Breathing

Cosmetic + functional • Airway-first technique • Senior facial plastic team

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This page explains how rhinoplasty is performed at THANC and what recovery looks like. If you want the full patient guide to types, cost, and the year-long healing timeline, read: Rhinoplasty in Chennai — Cost, Recovery & Types →

About Rhinoplasty at THANC

Rhinoplasty reshapes the bone and cartilage framework of the nose to refine its appearance, correct structural or post-traumatic deformities, and — where needed — restore clear breathing. At THANC Hospital, our facial plastic surgery team follows an airway-first, structural approach: the external profile and tip are refined while the internal septum and nasal valves are protected or strengthened with the patient's own cartilage. Both cosmetic and combined functional (septorhinoplasty) cases are performed, along with complex revision and post-traumatic reconstruction.

Who Needs Rhinoplasty?

You may be a candidate if you experience any of the following:

  • A dorsal hump, wide bridge, or bulbous or drooping nasal tip you wish to refine
  • A crooked or deviated external nose, often after injury
  • Breathing obstruction combined with an external shape concern (septorhinoplasty)
  • A previous rhinoplasty with an unsatisfactory or collapsed result (revision)
  • Post-traumatic nasal deformity following a healed fracture
  • Congenital or cleft-related nasal asymmetry needing structural correction

What to Expect

A clear step-by-step view of your treatment journey at THANC.

  1. 1

    Consultation & Digital Planning

    Standardised photographs, digital analysis, and nasal endoscopy map both your aesthetic goals and internal airway. Our team designs an individualised surgical plan and reviews realistic outcomes with you.

  2. 2

    The Surgery

    Performed under general anaesthesia, typically 2 to 3 hours (longer for revision or rib-cartilage cases). An open or closed approach is chosen for your anatomy; the framework is refined and reinforced with cartilage grafts. Incisions are hidden inside the nostrils or in the natural columellar crease.

  3. 3

    Recovery in Hospital

    An external splint protects the bridge; internal splints are placed if septal work was done. Most patients go home the same day or after an overnight stay. Discomfort is usually mild — more congestion and pressure than pain.

  4. 4

    Follow-up & Healing

    Splints are removed at about 1 week. Bruising fades within 2 weeks and most people return to work by 10 to 14 days. Strenuous activity resumes at 6 weeks; contact sports at 3 months. The refined tip and final shape emerge over 12 months.

Why Chennai Chooses THANC for Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty demands dual mastery of the internal airway and external aesthetics. THANC's facial plastic surgery team, working under Dr. Vidhyadharan S, refines the nose while protecting or restoring breathing — the balance that keeps results natural and stable over decades.

  • Airway-first, structural technique that protects breathing
  • Cosmetic, functional and combined septorhinoplasty under one team
  • Expertise in complex revision and post-traumatic reconstruction
  • Auricular and costal cartilage grafting where septal cartilage is depleted
  • Digital photographic planning and realistic outcome counselling
  • Written, case-specific estimate prepared after consultation

Frequently Asked Questions

Can rhinoplasty fix both my breathing and my appearance?
Yes. This combined procedure is called a septorhinoplasty and is one of the most common operations we perform. The surgeon straightens the internal septum and supports collapsed nasal valves to restore breathing while reshaping the external profile and tip in the same sitting.
Will there be visible scars?
In a closed rhinoplasty all incisions are inside the nostrils, leaving no external marks. In an open rhinoplasty a small incision is placed across the columella (the strip between the nostrils); once healed it settles into a fine, inconspicuous line hidden under the nose.
How long is the recovery after rhinoplasty?
The splint comes off at about a week, and most patients return to work and social life within 10 to 14 days once bruising fades. Strenuous exercise resumes at 6 weeks and contact sports at 3 months. Subtle tip swelling continues to settle, with the final shape appreciated over 12 months.
Is rhinoplasty performed under general anaesthesia?
Yes, rhinoplasty at THANC is routinely performed under general anaesthesia for comfort and precision. Our anaesthesia team conducts a pre-operative review to plan a safe, personalised approach for each patient.
Do you perform revision and post-traumatic rhinoplasty?
Yes. Our facial plastic team manages complex revision cases and post-traumatic reconstruction, using auricular (ear) or costal (rib) cartilage grafts where the native septal cartilage has been depleted by previous surgery or injury.
Will THANC provide a personalised estimate for my case?
Yes. After your consultation, our team prepares a written, case-specific estimate based on whether the surgery is cosmetic, functional, or revision, the grafts required, and your anaesthesia plan. THANC's rates are consistently lower than prevailing market rates in Chennai while delivering world-class care.

Related Reading

Patient guides and educational articles on related topics.

Rhinoplasty in Chennai — Cost, Recovery & Types Guide

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Rhinoplasty at THANC

  • Airway-first, structural technique that protects breathing
  • Cosmetic, functional and combined septorhinoplasty under one team
  • Expertise in complex revision and post-traumatic reconstruction
  • Auricular and costal cartilage grafting where septal cartilage is depleted
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