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The Emotional Effects of Nose Cosmetic Surgery

After a nose cosmetic surgery the emotions of the patient can swing on

of 2 ways. The first response, after the healing process is completed is

simply “happy”. The result of the finished product has worked to remove

a once distractingly ugly feature on the face and in its place is a face

reflecting renewed confidence.

For others, the mood can become even more depressing than it was before

the nose cosmetic surgery took place. This feeling of depression can by

caused by several factors.

One is the fleeting fact that any intrusive surgery on the face is

painful. Though the pain subsides relatively quickly the nagging

inconvenience of a tender nose condition can last up to a year. Residual

symptoms can also include a temporary loss of smell and taste, a clogged

feeling in the nose and possibly the onslaught of an infection.

Another cause could be the loss of sleep that comes from needing to

sleep with your head in an almost upright position for several nights

after the surgery. This lack of sleep can cause a temporary state of

depression and if not understood could lead to deeper discontent and

regret with the decision to having nose surgery.

A long term depression can be the result of not liking the end result.

Statistics show that and average of 10 to 15 percent of patients

undergoing nose cosmetic surgery will not like their new nose and will

proceed with another phase of either surgery or revision Rhinoplasty.

There is an even larger percentage of patients who regret their new nose

but will not make any further changes to their face.

The best strategy should take place in the mind before nose cosmetic

surgery. Be aware of the risks, be realistic with expectation and keep

the end result in mind to help ride through the pain and discomfort of

the surgery and healing process.