Dr. Matthew White discusses how patients can increase their likelihood of experiencing a successful rhinoplasty procedure and recovery.
New York, NY – When a patient decides to move forward with a rhinoplasty, Dr. Matthew White, a facial plastic surgeon in New York, is committed to helping them fully understand what to expect. He says this knowledge allows them to properly prepare for their surgery and avoid potential complications during recovery. To help those interested in rhinoplasty achieve a successful outcome, Dr. White reveals specific rules patients can follow.
Before any decisions are made, Dr. White stresses the importance of consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon for rhinoplasty. While this is important for any plastic surgery procedure, he says nose surgery is especially complex, requiring a skilled professional who holds the highest quality and safety standards. Dr. White explains that during the consultation, patients should discuss any concerns they have and be informed about potential risks.
Another crucial step to achieving optimal results from nose surgery, says Dr. White, is to follow pre- and post-operative instructions provided by the surgeon. He emphasizes that these are given to ensure the procedure and rhinoplasty recovery go smoothly. When a patient strays from these care instructions, Dr. White says they are at increased risk of complications in the healing process.
While every patient has specific goals and expectations with their surgery, Dr. White informs that the final rhinoplasty results will not be apparent right away. He states that as the nose continues through the healing process, it will continue to mature and improve in appearance. Dr. White cautions patients that final nose aesthetics may take up to a year to become apparent.
In the end, Dr. White says that undergoing rhinoplasty with an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon and following their care instructions can be the difference between a successful rhinoplasty and the need for a revision later.
About Matthew White, MD
Dr. White is double board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Ohio and trained in an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery residency at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary of Harvard Medical School. Dr. White also completed fellowship training in Laser Medicine and Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, and in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at NYU Langone Medical Center, NYU School of Medicine. He is active in several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery and the New York Facial Plastic Surgery Society. Dr. White is available for an interview upon request.
For more information, visit drmatthewwhite.com.
