Rhinoplasty in Vienna

Dr. Redtenbacher is the expert in our team

The nose gives a face its characteristic appearance, is important for breathing, enables us to smell and protects us from infections. That is why aesthetics, shape and function must be considered equally in any procedure.

Because every face and every nose is individual and no two are alike, it is important to pay particular attention to the individual facial proportions, so that the change fits harmoniously into the overall appearance and looks completely natural.

Many people are unhappy with the shape or size of their nose; others have their nose operated on for medical reasons. A distinction is therefore made between aesthetic nose operations (e.g. nose correction, nose reduction, nasal tip correction) and medically necessary nose operations (e.g. septum correction).

In our team, surgical nose corrections are performed by Dr. Redtenbacher and minimally invasive nose corrections by Dr. Handl: Non-surgical rhinoplasty

Septum correction is performed not only for aesthetic but also for medical reasons. The nasal septum inside the nose may be crooked and can even impair nasal breathing. This can lead to sinusitis, throat or middle ear infections. A crooked septum is usually also visible from the outside. In these cases, a septum correction is helpful.

The procedure chosen depends on the type of correction. Which procedure is used in a nose operation naturally depends strongly on the medical indication. Procedures on the outer nose – including cosmetic operations – are usually carried out as a rhinoplasty, for example to remove a hump on the nasal bone or to change the nasal tip or the nostrils.

So-called septoplasty is used to correct the nasal septum. Problems with the septum can either be congenital or the direct result of an accident. During the operation, the crooked parts are removed, straightened and put back. A nasal packing may also be inserted to stop bleeding.

In a detailed consultation, the individual requirements, ideas and desired result as well as what is feasible are discussed precisely. Not every nose can be reduced without limit, for example. Dr. Redtenbacher will be happy to advise you comprehensively on the possibilities, limits and risks of the procedure.

A thorough preliminary examination is the basic requirement for a nose operation. Only a positive result of this examination paves the way for surgery. To avoid slowing down the healing process, it is advisable to stop drinking alcohol, smoking and taking painkillers around 14 days before the procedure.

Wearing a nasal splint is recommended for at least two weeks after the operation. The splint protects the nose and fully shapes it until the tissue has completely stabilised. Sport and physically strenuous activities should be avoided as far as possible in the first four weeks.

On the day of your treatment, we ask you to arrive at the clinic at least 4 hours before the operation. This allows you to check in calmly at the private clinic, just like at a hotel. After the usual admission procedures, you are taken to your room and the anaesthetist goes through all the details of the anaesthesia with you once more.

Directly before the operation, you are measured and photographed again, and everything is carefully documented. You can express wishes and ask questions at any time.

Because Dr. Handl never operates under time pressure, the operating time varies depending on the surgical technique, the anatomical conditions and the effort involved.
After the operation, you spend the first hours in the recovery unit. The experienced nursing staff look after you constantly until you feel fit enough for your own room.
Once you are back in your room, you can also receive private visitors.