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Rhinoplasty without surgery: With hyaluronic acid to a beautiful profile

A nose correction without surgery is a hyaluronic acid injection to refine small irregularities of the nose. The nose is the focal point of the face and decisively influences the optical appearance due to its central position. If one’s nose becomes an aesthetic problem, there can be a great deal of suffering. More and more people are opting for rhinoplasty with hyaluronic acid to achieve a better quality of life. Are they also dissatisfied with your side profile? Does a bump on your nose bother you but you rule out surgery? Do you want a nose with which you feel comfortable ? We can offer you the treatment in Saarbrücken.

Injection of hyaluronic acid into the nose can have the following advantages:

  • Professionelle Beratung
  • Sich wieder selbst gefallen
  • Attraktivität durch harmonisches Seitenprofil erhöhen
  • Eine kurze Behandlung mit großer Wirkung

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When is the nose correction without surgery useful?

The technique is ideal for patients who dream of a nose that is perfect in their eyes and would like to get a temporary visual impression of the changes that a nose job could bring about.

In addition, the procedure is suitable for patients who still have small irregularities after a nose operation. In recent years, rhinoplasty with hyaluronic/filler has become a popular alternative to surgery for a beautiful nose due to the safe technique and minimal downtime, which promises particularly fast results.

Patient satisfaction after rhinoplasty without surgery is over 94 percent [1]. The technique works or is particularly suitable for the correction of nasal bumps, nasal tips, slight asymmetries, a saddle nose or a wide nose. You can find detailed information about filler injections, the duration, the procedure and answers to frequently asked questions on the page Filler – everything you need to know.

Facts about nose correction without surgery

Treatment duration 30 min
Anesthesia Anesthetic cream / local anesthesia / vibration anesthesia / laughing gas
Clinic stay Outpatient
Costs To the price calculator
Socially acceptable Immediately
Supplements or alternatives Wrinkle treatment with own fat

Rhinoplasty without surgery versus rhinoplasty?

Each treatment procedure has advantages and disadvantages. The most important step towards a satisfactory treatment result is a fully comprehensive consultation with a specialist. The advantages and disadvantages of the treatments can only be known by the doctor who has many years of experience with both rhinoplasty and hyaluronic acid injections. Rhinoplasty without surgery differs from rhinoplasty in the following points:

  • Hyaluronic acid can be used to correct only certain deformities of the nose.
  • For rhinoplasty without surgery, you do not have to plan for any downtime.
  • Hyaluronic acid injections do not leave any internal or external scars.
  • The cost of a nose correction without surgery is significantly lower.
  • The risks of a nose correction without surgery are lower.
  • Result lasts over a year, but is not permanent.
  • The risks of a hyaluron injection are much lower.
  • Rhinoplasty without surgery is painless to painless and does not require anesthesia.
  • The result lasts for over a year, but unlike surgical rhinoplasty, it is not permanent.

Correction of nose humps or saddle noses without surgery

Hyaluronic acid can improve the shape of the bridge of the nose. The gentle symmetrical lines of the bridge of the nose, which extend from the eyebrows to the tip of the nose (in English “brow-tip aesthetic line” or “dorsal aesthetic line”), become more harmonious. Small nose bumps can be treated well with hyaluronic acid injections. To create a straight bridge of the nose, the filler is injected above and below the bump. In the case of a saddle nose, the depression is injected with hyaluron to raise the bridge of the nose.

For the bridge of the nose, somewhat firmer hyaluron gels (high modulus of elasticity: G’) with a high cohesion (cohesiveness) and a high degree of cross-linking are suitable. For correction of the bridge of the nose (e.g. in the case of a flat nose), Juvéderm® Voluma™, Juvéderm® Ultra 3 or Juvéderm® Volux™ from Allergan or Teosyal RHA®4 from Teoxane are suitable.

The hyaluronic acid fillers are gently injected near the nasal cartilage in the midline. After the small injections, the skin is gently massaged to restore an optimal even contour. One to two weeks after the injection we examine your nose contours in order to perfect the treatment result in the course of a further treatment if necessary. Large nostrils can be reduced by injecting the wings of the nose.

Correction of the nose tip and slight asymmetries without surgery

For many people, a drooping nasal tip is amplified when they laugh. The cause of the sunken tip of the nose is often a poorly developed nasal cartilage. When laughing, a small muscle below the nasal septum pulls the tip of the nose downwards (Musculus depressor septi nasi), while another muscle lifts the nostrils (Musculus levator labii superioris alaeque nasi). Pinpoint injections of small amounts of hyaluronic acid can correct a drooping nasal tip through a variety of mechanisms:

  • The injected hyaluronic acid supports the cartilage of the nostrils and prevents the tip of the nose from dropping.
  • Injecting hyaluronic acid underneath the muscle that pulls the tip of the nose downward reduces muscle pull. The tip of the nose can also be raised by relaxing the muscle of the nasal wings (Musculus levator labii superioris alaeque nasi) with a muscle relaxant.
  • The contour of the tip of the nose is refined with the targeted injection of high-quality fillers. Changing the tip defining points of the nose makes the nose look shorter or longer.
  • The adjustment of the root of the nose creates harmonious proportions and an aesthetic contour of the bridge of the nose.

In the area of the tip of the nose, hyaluronic acid gels that are firm (high modulus of elasticity: G’) and thin (low modulus of viscosity: G”) and can still be shaped after the injection (for example Juvéderm® Ultra 3) are suitable.

When is a nose correction without surgery not advisable?

Pronounced deformities or malpositioning of the nose, such as a crooked nose, cannot be corrected by a non-surgical nose correction. In the case of a crooked nose, the bony framework of the nose and the nasal septum must be straightened. For a significant reduction or narrowing of the nose, excess cartilage must be removed.

In minimally invasive nose correction without surgery, on the other hand, hyaluronic acid is injected, i.e. volume is added, in order to even out irregularities or to beautify contours. After repeated rhinoplasty surgery, we do not recommend hyaluronic acid treatment. Previous surgical procedures may alter the blood supply to the skin.

Even a slight stretching of the skin due to the injection can lead to a disturbance of the blood circulation in these cases. In case of pregnancy or concomitant diseases, especially coagulation disorders, injections should not be performed. You can find out whether an allergic reaction is possible and more information about circumstances in which hyaluronic treatment is not indicated on our page Filler – Everything you need to know.

Rhinoplasty with calcium hydroxyapatite (Radiesse®)

Calcium hydroxyapatite is a tissue filler with similar applications to hyaluronic acid and is marketed under the name Radiesse®. Compared to hyaluron, calcium hydroxyapatite is significantly firmer (higher modulus of elasticity G’) and much more viscous (modulus of viscosity G”). Calcium hydroxyapatite also consists of the same chemical building blocks as human bone. These properties make Radiesse® particularly suitable for contouring the bone contours of the cheeks, temples, chin-jaw contour and nose. Calcium hydroxyapatite stimulates collagen formation. The results are longer lasting with this product used compared to hyaluronic acid. Nevertheless, Radiesse® has certain disadvantages that must be carefully weighed. Calcium hydroxyapatite cannot be dissolved by another active substance.

Hyaluronic acid, on the other hand, can be reliably degraded by injecting an enzyme (Hylase®). The risks associated with the use of calcium hydroxyapatite are higher than those associated with hyaluronic acid. This particularly concerns the risk of inflammation and the formation of palpable nodules [2]. You can find more detailed information about Radiesse® in our encyclopedia of cosmetic surgery.

Rhinoplasty with muscle relaxant

A muscle relaxing agent can be injected alone or simultaneously during a hyaluronic acid treatment to improve the appearance of the nose. Occasionally, a drooping nasal tip can be caused by a tense muscle under the nose (Musculus depressor septi nasi). Another muscle that raises the nostrils can increase this effect (Musculus levator labii superioris alaeque nasi). In these cases, the targeted injection of these muscles with two to four units of the active ingredient each can lift the tip of the nose. The effect is comparable to the treatment of a gummy smile (gum smile) or bunny lines (nose wrinkles). The effect of the remedy is visible after seven to 15 days and lasts about four to six months. For more information on the active ingredient and corresponding treatments, see the Muscle Relaxants FAQ page.

Rhinoplasty with autologous fat

The autologous fat treatment offers the advantage of a permanent non-surgical correction. Unlike a nose operation with correction of the cartilage or bone, nose correction with autologous fat can be performed under local anaesthesia, without anaesthesia and without long downtimes. With autologous fat, irregularities and asymmetries can be evened out. In particular, nose humps or depressions of the bridge of the nose (saddle noses) can be corrected with autologous fat.

For a nose correction with the patient’s own fat, about 25 millilitres of fatty tissue are removed from specific areas of the body. Usually the fat is suctioned from the waist or abdomen under local anesthesia. The fat cells are cleaned, filtered and processed with a separation process. A few millilitres are gently injected into the tip, bridge or root of the nose using fine cannulas.

A disadvantage of autologous fat treatment is that a certain percentage of the injected volume slowly decreases during the first weeks. Younger patients and non-smokers usually heal more fat cells than older patients and smokers. On the second to third month after the injection, the permanent result of the treatment becomes apparent.

Assuming that further improvement is possible through injections, the procedure can be repeated. Fat cells react to changes in lifestyle by changing their size. This property remains and can theoretically influence the treatment result in case of drastic changes in body weight. The autologous fat treatment is suitable for treating various parts of the human body, including the eyebrows, eyelids, cheeks, lips, chin, jawline and temples.

How is a nose correction performed without surgery?

Selecting the appropriate treatment method to meet your desire for change is the first and most important step in achieving a satisfactory result. During the personal consultation and the examination, all circumstances that may affect the result (previous operations, skin thickness, cigarette smoking) are taken into account.

Therefore, before each treatment, Dr. Santos Stahl examines the nose from different angles. The shape of the nose and nasal breathing influence each other. Therefore, before changing the shape, it is also important to evaluate the nasal septum and turbinates. After the possibilities and limitations of different treatment methods have been discussed with you, the treatment plan is drawn up. Many patients wish to have injections immediately after the consultation. In these cases, a numbing cream is first applied for about thirty minutes.

The nose is then carefully disinfected with a solution of alcohol. Often the treatment areas are marked with a sterile pen before the injection. Different injection techniques are used at the root of the nose, the bridge of the nose or the tip of the nose. The various areas of the nose are then treated in a systematic sequence. After the injection, the nose is gently massaged to evenly distribute the hyaluronic acid. Afterwards, we will discuss with you all the specifics that you should be aware of after a hyaluronic acid treatment of the nose. Of course, your attending physician can be reached at any time in case of emergency.

Finally, you will receive a treatment passport with the batch designations and suggested appointments to check the results. By adhering to these quality standards, we meet the highest demands.

What should you consider after a nose correction without surgery?

To achieve the best possible result, the following behavioural measures should be observed:

  • The shape of the nose can still change in the first few days by massaging the skin. We therefore advise you not to massage your nose yourself.
  • Wearing glasses should be avoided for the first week after the minimally invasive treatment, as the glasses may cause pressure points.
  • Cleanse your face as usual no earlier than six hours after treatment. Applying make-up to the small puncture wounds of the injections carries a small risk of inflammation and should therefore be avoided for the first 24 hours.
  • Endurance sports can increase the swelling tendency in the first days and should therefore be paused for two to three days to avoid small bruises. For the same reasons, we do not recommend saunas or sunbathing for the first two weeks.
  • Please do not use cooling pads, as this could result in reduced blood circulation to the skin. Therefore, also avoid skiing during the first two weeks.
  • Certain painkillers such as Aspirin®, Voltaren® or Diclofenac® affect blood clotting. Provided there are no intolerances, other pain medications are preferable if needed.
  • Many patients rely on the decongestant effect of Arnica or Bromelain. Because there is currently insufficient scientific evidence of significant benefit from these herbal medicines, we do not recommend them to you [3].
  • Smoking a cigarette has already been shown to reduce blood flow to the skin. This means that your skin is supplied with less oxygen, fewer nutrients and defence cells. This can promote inflammation. The longer you stop smoking, the better for your health and skin condition.
  • Immediately after treatment, there may be mild swelling and redness or itching in the treated area. After 24 hours, these complaints disappear by themselves. Please contact us immediately if sudden pain occurs or increases a few hours after the injection.

Risks of a nose correction without surgery

Rhinoplasty without surgery is a safe treatment and therefore a gentle rhinoplasty. The complication rate of hyaluronic acid treatment of the nose is generally about 0.77 percent [4]. Temporary redness and swelling are the most common side effects of hyaluronic acid treatment. After one to five days, the redness and swelling disappear on their own in most cases.

If the skin is very thin, the hyaluronic acid used can produce a blue shimmer (Tyndall effect). The dissolution of the injected hyaluronic acid causes the skin discoloration to disappear. In rare cases, in about two percent of cases, bruising may occur. Inflammation can occur in 0.04 percent of cases. Disruption of blood flow with damage to the skin is observed in 0.06 percent of patients [5].

As a rule, there are fewer complications in young healthy non-smokers without previous nose surgery than in older patients, smokers, patients with pre-existing conditions or with previous nose surgery. Scar tissue after rhinoplasty causes the skin to be less pliable and the layers of tissue to be distorted. The blood supply to the skin may be reduced. Therefore, the injection should possibly be divided into two or three treatments.

The risk of impaired vision after rhinoplasty with filler cannot be accurately estimated (probably less than 1:10,000). Approximately 3 to 4 million people worldwide are treated with hyaluronic acid annually [6]. This compares with 34 reported cases of visual impairment after rhinoplasty without surgery over a period of approximately 10 years [7].

How long does a nose correction without surgery last?

The limited duration of action of hyaluronic acid is an advantage for certain patients who have doubts about the success of a nose correction. Hyaluronic acids, which are more durable due to their properties (e.g. concentration and degree of cross-linking), are often used on the nose. The properties of the injected tissue also affect the durability of the results.

Due to the minimal muscle movement, the effect of fillers on the nose is more permanent than on the lips, for example. The results of hyaluronic acid injections on the nose can last up to 2 to 3 years. We recommend a check-up visit of your “new nose” after about one year. Of course, a follow-up injection can be performed at any time, if necessary. A permanent correction of the nose can also be achieved with autologous fat or a nose operation.

How do I get a straight nose without surgery?

A crooked nose is usually caused by a deformation of the nasal septum or the bony framework. Only slight irregularities can be corrected by a hyaluronic acid treatment. A nose operation is suitable for straightening a nose, in which the shape of the root of the nose, the bridge of the nose, the tip of the nose, the wings of the nose and the bridge of the nose can be optimally corrected. You can find out more on our rhinoplasty page.

Which doctor does a nose job without surgery?

The training and experience of the practitioner have an influence on the result. Your doctor should be able to tell you about all the treatment options. The possibilities of a nose correction without surgery differ from the goals that can be achieved with surgery. In order to be able to give you the best possible advice, the doctor should have experience in performing corrections with and without surgery. Aesthetic treatment is a medical treatment, but it is not the ENT doctor who is responsible for such procedures, even if the name might mistakenly suggest it. As with any medical treatment, your safety should be a top priority. Therefore, the expert in aesthetic surgery should have good anatomical knowledge and skills in identifying and treating possible side effects. At CenterPlast, your safety comes first. For this, plastic aesthetic doctors take the following precautions:

  • The filler is injected where no vessels are expected.
  • The hyaluronic acid is injected by the expert in aesthetic medicine carefully, gently and without pressure.
  • To prevent the filler from accidentally entering a vessel, special cannulas are used and the hyaluronic acid is introduced when the sprite is withdrawn (in a retrograde manner).
  • A close observation of the skin blood circulation after each injection.
  • The necessary medication to treat risks is always kept on hand.

What are the costs for a nose correction without surgery?

If you would like to know the price of a nose correction without surgery in advance, you can calculate the price now in just a few clicks with the help of the price calculator.

Before the hyaluronic rhinoplasty with filler, an examination, the explanation and the preparation of a treatment plan by the treating physician is essential for an exact cost estimate. More information about the personal consultation can be found information around your consultation appointment. The cost of the service is calculated from the effort and the amount of hyaluronic acid injected. During an individual consultation you will receive a detailed offer for the cheek augmentation. In addition, we will gladly inform you about the possibilities of financing interventions. You will also find information on this in advance under Financing or Installment Payments.

Field report of a nose correction without surgery

Before patients decide on a nose correction without surgery and choose a suitable experienced specialist for the treatment on the nose, they search the Internet for testimonials on nose correction. It is best to visit our collection of testimonials, which bundles everything on this topic.

Before and after pictures of a nose correction without surgery

In the run-up to an initial treatment, patients often want to see before-and-after photos of a rhinoplasty without surgery that the practice has performed. Centerplast also offers the opportunity to see before and after results. For more information about it, see before and after pictures.

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Unsere Fachärzte für Plastische Chirurgie Saarbrücken
Dr. Adelana Santos Stahl

“Our goal is to provide the best, most discreet and precise treatment based on our extensive expertise in plastic surgery. „

Dr. Adelana Santos Stahl is distinguished by a unique international perspective with a feminine view of plastic surgery. Her personalized and detailed approach is key to the beautiful and natural results she achieves. Having trained in Brazil, one of the largest and most well-known countries for aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, she understands her patients’ desire to look and feel their best. She completed her medical studies and her training as a specialist for plastic and aesthetic surgery in Brazil. In 2009, she also successfully passed the German equivalence examinations for the medical state examination. Two years later, in 2011 she received the German and in 2012 the EU specialist recognition (EBOPRAS) for plastic surgery. From 2009 to 2013, she deepened her knowledge of aesthetic and reconstructive facial surgery with world-renowned representatives of plastic surgery such as Professor Gubisch at the Marienhospital and Madame Firmin in Paris. A VDÄPC Fellowship (continuing fellowship for graduate students) in Switzerland, France and the USA has further enriched her professional experience. Dr. Santos Stahl is active in several prestigious professional societies. Besides the DGPRÄC and DGBT, she is also a member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery – SBCP. She is also the author of several scientific articles and, together with her husband, is dedicated to research and clinical studies in the field of plastic surgery.

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