3D Mask Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty, or rhinoplasty, is a procedure performed in plastic surgery to eliminate aesthetic problems in the nose. Aesthetic problems in the nose include problems such as nasal curvature, nasal arches, nostril asymmetry, and low nasal tip. In rhinoplasty surgery, it is a very important step for surgeons to clearly explain the changes that need to be made in the nose to the patient and to eliminate the patient’s concerns about this issue.

However, until recent years, this process was quite challenging for both surgeons and patients. Recent advances in technology have eliminated this difficulty for both the surgeon and the patient. In particular, 3D simulation devices help patients to relieve their concerns by allowing them to remove their face masks before and after aesthetic surgery.

How to Prepare 3D Face Images Before and After the Operation?

The preparation of 3D facial images has become an important innovation in plastic surgery procedures such as rhinoplasty in recent years. The stages of how this process is carried out are as follows:

Examination and Photography:
- First, during the examination, high-resolution photographs of the patient are taken from 8 different angles. These photographs are examined in detail by the surgeon.
Creating a 3D Face Model:
- After scanning the photos, the resulting 3D face model is created as close as possible to the patient’s real face.
Comparison of Preoperative and Postoperative Images:
- As a result of this process, pre-operative and post-operative images are obtained. The patient and the surgeon can see the expected results more clearly through these images.

This technology reduces patients’ concerns about aesthetic changes and allows the surgeon to plan the operation more clearly.

Converting 3D Face Images to Masks

Determination of the New Nose Shape: According to the patient’s wishes, the shape of the nose is determined on the 3D simulation device.
Printing with a 3D Printer: 3D images are printed with a printer and face molds are created with white powder and laser sintering technique.
Color Printing and Mask Formation: Aesthetic appearance of the mask is provided with color printing.
Cutting and Cleaning: The masks are cut and cleaned, making them aesthetically neat.
Hardening Masks are hardened with a special solution that increases durability.

This process makes plastic surgery more efficient and understandable, eliminating patients’ concerns.

Advantages of 3D Mask for the Patient

Visualization of Nasal Problems: The patient can see the changes before and after the rhinoplasty operation in 3D.
Relief of Concerns: As the patient sees how they will look after the operation, their worries disappear.
Sense of Confidence: The 3D Mask makes the patient feel more secure and reduces their anxiety about bad surprises.
Streamlined Process: Both patient and surgeon achieve higher satisfaction with a clearer understanding of the process.
Realistic Results: 3D imaging allows the patient to see the results they realistically expect, so they go into the operation with realistic expectations.

This technology makes the rhinoplasty process more transparent and efficient.