2~3 hours
Intravenous General Anesthesia
Size
About 0.5 cm
About 7~10 days
If You Need to Improve These
Bulbous Nose
Upturned Nose
Hump Nose
Saddle Nose
Chimera Rhinoplasty
Combining the Advantages of Silicone and Goretex
Chimera uses a silicone core and a Goretex outer layer, thus retaining the elasticity, one-piece integration, and moldability of silicone, while the outer layer of Goretex completely isolates the silicone from body tissues, reducing inflammation, capsular contracture, displacement, deformation, and the likelihood of calcification. Chimera maintains the firmness of silicone (beneficial for support) while also offering the soft touch of Goretex, allowing for a natural nose shape, available in both I-shaped and L-shaped models.
Two Surgical Techniques for Crafting a Refined Nose
1 Two-stage Rhinoplasty: Involves both the nasal bridge and the tip. The implant is "pre-formed" to elevate and extend the bridge, with autologous ear cartilage used to pad the tip as a buffer. The "closed" surgical method fixes the incision inside the nostril, leaving virtually no scars, but with limited malleability, not suitable for complex nasal corrections, ideal for those seeking a pronounced nasal bridge.
2 Three-stage Rhinoplasty: Involves the nasal bridge, columella, and tip, also known as structural rhinoplasty. The implant is "segmented" to elevate the bridge, making major adjustments to the nose shape, with autologous ear cartilage used to pad the tip and refine the tip and nostrils, also correcting issues like a crooked septum. The "open" surgical method, starting from the columellar incision, allows for sculpting low bridges, wide nostrils, upturned noses and other complex nose shapes, fully customizable to meet the patient's needs.
Whether it's two-stage or three-stage rhinoplasty, both can use the Chimera model. The medical team at NICE Clinic will discuss and evaluate with you, choosing the right surgical method based on different needs to create your perfect nose shape.
COMPARISON
Rhinoplasty Methods
Chimera
Am I a Candidate?
Upturned Nose
Second Rhinoplasty
Flat Nose Bridge
Bulbous Noses
Crooked Nose
Dissatisfied with Previous Silicone Rhinoplasty
Chimera
BENEFITS
One-piece Integration, Excellent Support
Safe and Low Risk, Low Infection Rate
Customizable for a Delicate and Pretty Nose
Natural Curves, Not Prone to Displacement
Chimera Rhinoplasty
Attending Physician
Doctor
YEN CHEN YU
Doctor
HOU KENG LIU
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Medical-Grade
Surgery
Equipment
Third-Party Dust Testing
No Touch Mechanism
Pro Air Shower Room
Hospital-Grade OR
NICE Service Process
1
Consultation Needs
2
Pre-Surgery Photoshoot & Marking
3
Post-Surgery Recovery
4
Post-Op Follow-Up
ATTENTION
Chimera Rhinoplasty Precautions
- After surgery, continue to apply ice to the forehead, eye area, and glabella for the first three days. Do this 5-6 times a day, for 15-30 minutes each time. Avoid pressing down hard while icing.
- Start warm compresses after stitches are removed, following the same method as icing, to help reduce swelling and bruising.
- It's normal to have some blood-tinged discharge for the first three days after surgery. If there is significant bleeding or severe nasal congestion, contact your doctor immediately.
- Avoid sleeping on your stomach for the first week after surgery and try not to wear glasses to prevent pressure on the nasal bridge.
- Maintain cleanliness around the eyes to avoid infections like conjunctivitis, which could lead to nasal infection through the nasolacrimal duct.
- After surgery, steer clear of cigarettes, alcohol, coffee, spicy foods, and tea to prevent swelling or impair wound healing.
- Refrain from blowing your nose hard or picking it to avoid bleeding at the surgical site.
- Avoid bending over, lowering your head, and engaging in vigorous exercise after surgery.
- Elevate your head with pillows while sleeping to minimize swelling.
FAQ
About Chimera Rhinoplasty
No! Rhinoplasty involves the skin and mucosal tissue layers of the nose, without affecting the olfactory nerves or damaging the nasal mucosa structure. Therefore, it won't impact your sense of smell or cause any breathing discomfort.
Within the first two weeks after rhinoplasty, the nose can be swollen and bruised with serous fluid and blood seepage; one month post-surgery, the swelling begins to subside, and there's no longer significant bleeding; around 4-6 weeks later, the shape will mostly stabilize, increasingly resembling a natural nose shape.
Chimera Rhinoplasty offers longer-lasting effects and appears more natural, and it is less likely to cause capsular contracture. With minimally invasive rhinoplasty using fillers, the filler substances are metabolized and absorbed over time, and repeated injections can cause the nasal bridge to widen and the tip to enlarge due to capsular contracture.
Most incisions are hidden in inconspicuous areas, and since the surgical cuts are small, they're generally not visible. Scars will gradually fade over six months. During this time, minimizing stretching of the incision and avoiding sun exposure can effectively reduce scar formation.