The patient who applies for rhinoplasty surgery should express the problems related to the nose and postoperative expectations well. Problems are detected by the doctor by examining and photographing. In the light of these data, the doctor and the patient should decide on the operation planning together.

This planning should be done in detail in order to avoid disappointment after surgery. Simulations made with the photographs taken give information about the postoperative appearances and can make it easier for the patient and the doctor to understand each other. It is useful to know that these simulations are not precise and millimetric.

16 for women and 17 for men are the lower age limits for surgery. Before the operation, the patient's additional diseases and medications, if any, should be learned. If necessary, the relevant branch or branches should be consulted before the operation and their opinions should be obtained for suitability for surgery.

Rhinoplasty surgery is performed in the operating room with general anesthesia. It takes an average of 2 hours. Revision usually takes longer in surgeries. In rhinoplasty, 2 techniques are generally used as open and closed. The technique to be applied in the surgery may vary according to the experience of the physician and the preference of the patient. At the end of the operation, silicone tampons are placed in the nose and the upper part of the nose is taped and splinted up.

Postoperative bruising and swelling are less than the techniques applied in the old periods. Contrary to popular belief, it is not very painful after surgery. Simple painkillers are sufficient for mild pain. The tampons placed in the nose are painlessly removed 2-3 days after surgery. The bands and splint on the nose are removed after 10 days. After the splint is removed, the patient is advised to apply the massage to the nose. After the bands on the nose are removed, the nose skin can be gently washed with liquid soap. Makeup can be applied. It is recommended to protect the nose against external impacts. It is recommended not to wear glasses for 4 months and not to be outside during direct sunlight hours for 6 months.