Is Rhinoplasty a Dangerous Surgery?

As with any major surgery, rhinoplasty carries risks such as: Bleeding. Infection. An adverse reaction to the anesthesia.

What can go wrong with nose jobs?

Rhinoplasty: what are the risks and what happens if I'm not satisfied with my new nose?
  • Bruising and swelling. ...
  • Bleeding. ...
  • Infection. ...
  • Airway problems. ...
  • Impairment of your sense of smell. ...
  • Minor irregularities. ...
  • Inadequate straightening of a crooked nose. ...
  • Perforation of the septum.

Is rhinoplasty a major surgery?

Since a nose is a small body part, many people mistakenly believe that rhinoplasty is a minor surgery. In reality, since your nose is an integral part of the respiratory system, a nose job is a major surgical procedure.

Sarah Jenkins

Sarah Jenkins

Senior Technology Editor & AI Specialist

Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.