As you scroll through social media, you’re struck by just how many people have had nose jobs–not just celebrities, but friends and maybe even relatives. You’ve occasionally thought about changing your nose, but not seriously. After all, you don’t have time to deal with pre-op appointments, surgery, and recovery–not to mention the price tag. Plus, it’s surgery we’re talking about, and it’s not exactly something you should just jump into on a whim. Even if you’ve thought about altering the shape of your nose for several years, your concerns about the surgery, time, and expense might keep you from taking the plunge.
What if there was a way you could get the nose you want without surgery? What if you didn’t have to invest a ton of time and energy into changing your nose? We’ve got good news for you–it’s time to talk about dermal fillers.
What Are Dermal Fillers?
You may have a vague idea of what dermal fillers are–injections of a gel-like substance under the skin to make an area of your face look more structured and contoured. But what’s actually in these fillers? Though dermal fillers aren’t all the same, most of the ones in today’s cosmetic industry are hyaluronic acid injections. Your body has a lot of this acid when you’re young but produces less as you age. Hyaluronic acid helps your skin keep its volume and stay young and refreshed.
How Does Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty Work?
If you want to make your nose smaller or correct a medical issue like a deviated septum, you need to think about surgical rhinoplasty. But what if you have a bump in the bridge of your nose? What about a general uneven look to the shape? Do these call for surgery? The answer isn’t the same for everyone, but in most cases, you can fix these concerns with dermal fillers.
When you go for a consultation with an injector, you can get advice and make sure fillers are the best way to get what you want. Be honest if you’re hesitant to try dermal fillers because you’re afraid they won’t produce results. Your provider will talk to you about the results you hope to see, along with your medical history, and they’ll show you what dermal fillers can do for you and your nose.
Your injection session starts with your provider cleaning the skin around your nose with an antiseptic. Needles and germs don’t mix well, so this cleanse will help your skin stay infection-free. Some providers automatically apply numbing cream to your nose before injections; if not, you can always ask for something to numb your nose if you’re worried about feeling the needles or pain during your session.
At this point, your provider will start injecting filler into the areas you want to change. Your entire session will probably take 30 to 45 minutes. After your injections, your provider will give you a list of instructions to follow to help you get the best results from your non-surgical nose job.
How Long Do Dermal Fillers Last?
You’ve finally decided to do it. You’re going to get non-surgical rhinoplasty. This choice brings a lot of new questions with it, though. Dermal fillers are temporary, aren’t they? How long do they last? What do you do when the effects of dermal fillers start to fade?
Typically, you can see results for six months with dermal fillers. Your fillers also last longer if your body is slow to flush out hyaluronic acid. If your body clears out the acid quickly, you may have to schedule more frequent maintenance appointments.
Pros And Cons Of A Non-Surgical Nose Job
There are multiple benefits and risks to having non-surgical rhinoplasty. Let’s start with the benefits:
Pros
- You’ll see results immediately after your session.
- There’s little to no downtime with dermal filler injections.
- You aren’t undergoing surgery–or any of the worries that go along with it, like anesthesia, incision care, or scarring.
Cons
- You’ll probably have some bruising and swelling after your injections.
- Dermal filler injections can cause nausea, but this should fade quickly.
- Your results are temporary, and you’ll need follow-up sessions to keep your new appearance.
Non-Surgical Nose Job With Dermal Fillers
At Botox Bar, we know dermal fillers–and noses! We can help you get the nose shape and contour you want with just a few injections. Call us at (817) 533-7676 or book a consultation online today.
