A post-nasal reshaping aid

Abstract

This invention relates to the field of post-rhinoplasty auxiliary tools, specifically a post-nasal shaping auxiliary tool. It primarily addresses the technical problems of current post-rhinoplasty shaping products, such as rough and inaccurate results and poor post-operative recovery. The tool includes a left and right nasal tip clamp and a tension curved connecting plate. The curved connecting plate is equipped with a single nasal tip tilting clamp and two sets of alar groove shaping devices. The nasal tip tilting clamp and alar groove shaping devices are arranged in an inverted triangle. Adjustable grooves are provided at both ends of the curved connecting plate, and the adjustment grooves and adjustment strips constitute a height adjustment structure. The left and right nasal tip clamps are connected to nostril retainers (which are replaceable) to shape and fix the nasal tip and nostrils as a whole. By using the 1. nasal tip tilting clamp, 2. alar groove shaping device, and 3. nostril retainer connected to the tension curved connecting plate, the main aesthetic structures of the nasal tip (nasal tip tilt and bilateral alar grooves) and the overall nose are fixed and shaped post-operatively.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of auxiliary tools for nasal plastic surgery, and more specifically, to an auxiliary tool for postoperative nasal shaping. Background Technology

[0002] Rhinoplasty, also known as rhinoplasty, is a cosmetic surgery procedure performed on the nose, which is located in the center of the face. It is one of the most significant cosmetic surgeries for improving appearance, and also one of the most controversial. Currently, it involves lengthening, raising, reducing, or lowering the cartilage support structure to change the shape of the nose. There are two crucial aspects to rhinoplasty: 1. The surgeon must create the most rational and delicate internal nasal structure; 2. Appropriately thick and well-tensioned nasal skin must adhere to the internal cartilage framework to achieve a refined nose shape. The nasal skin will undergo significant changes due to surgery, experiencing a swelling and regeneration period of several months. Post-operative nasal skin shaping can reduce post-operative swelling, ensure good post-operative shaping, reduce nasal skin hyperplasia, and maintain a good post-operative nasal shape, but this generally takes 3-6 months.

[0003] Nasal skin has the following characteristics: 1. Asian nasal skin is thicker, with larger pores, making it prone to swelling and hyperplasia after surgery; 2. The size and height of the nasal skin flap vary, making standardized shaping difficult; 3. The aesthetic structure of the nasal tip is delicate and is mainly reflected through skin morphology. The main aesthetic structures of the nose include (the upward curve of the nasal tip, the bilateral alar grooves, and the nostrils). Post-operatively, swelling and hyperplasia of the nasal skin can easily lead to asymmetry and bulging of the nose. If the difference exceeds 1mm, post-operative disputes are likely to arise.

[0004] However, there are currently no nasal shaping devices specifically designed for the nasal skin recovery period, offering precise shaping, adjustability, personalization, anti-swelling, and prevention of hyperplasia. Existing methods range from rudimentary to slightly more advanced. The most rudimentary method involves using tape to compress the nasal skin, forcing it against the internal structures. The disadvantages of this method are that the tape's effect is limited, nasal secretions are oily, the tape only lasts 2-3 days, the compression is ineffective, it easily falls off, and self-application by patients can easily deform the nose. A slightly more advanced method involves using commercially available post-operative nasal shaping devices; however, traditional nasal shaping devices are too coarse in shaping the nose, particularly exhibiting the following problems:

[0005] After nasal surgery, it is necessary to maintain the shaping of the aesthetic areas around the tip of the nose, such as the nasal tip bend, the bilateral alar grooves, and the nostrils, to prevent hyperplasia and protrusion. However, traditional nasal shaping devices are rough and imprecise, resulting in poor postoperative recovery. Therefore, it is necessary to design a high-quality postoperative nasal shaping device to ensure good postoperative shaping, anti-hyperplasia, and maintenance of a good nasal shape. Summary of the Invention

[0006] In response to the technical problems mentioned in the background art, such as the rough and inaccurate clamping effect of existing nasal shaping devices and the poor postoperative recovery effect, the present invention utilizes the tip-turning clamp and the alar groove shaping device for flexible adjustment and precise shaping to achieve a good postoperative recovery effect.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0008] A post-nasal shaping aid includes a left shaping device, a right shaping device, and a curved connecting plate, wherein the two ends of the curved connecting plate are respectively connected to the left shaping device and the right shaping device;

[0009] The curved connecting plate is equipped with a single nose tip turning clamp and two sets of alar groove shaping devices, which are arranged in an inverted triangle.

[0010] The curved connecting plate has adjustment grooves at both ends, and the left and right shaping devices have installation openings. The installation openings have adjustment strips inside, and the adjustment grooves and adjustment strips constitute a nose bridge height adjustment structure.

[0011] Through the above technical solution, this invention utilizes the nasal tip tilting clamp and the alar groove shaping device for flexible adjustment and precise shaping, thereby achieving good postoperative recovery results. Furthermore, the curved connecting plate's two ends, through the nasal bridge height adjustment structure, allow for a wide range of adjustments to the overall installation accuracy, while the nasal tip tilting clamp and alar groove shaping device provide precise adjustment and local shaping.

[0012] The present invention is further configured such that: the nose tip turning clamping device includes a clamping stud and an arc-shaped shaping head, the clamping stud is threadedly mounted on the curved connecting plate, and the arc-shaped shaping head and the clamping stud are integrally formed.

[0013] The above technical solution uses an arc-shaped shaping head that corresponds to the upward curve of the nose tip to shape the upward curve.

[0014] The present invention is further configured such that: the nasal groove shaping device includes an adjusting stud and a nasal groove shaping plate, the adjusting stud is threadedly mounted on the curved connecting plate, and the nasal groove shaping plate is movably mounted on the bottom end of the adjusting stud.

[0015] The above-mentioned technical solution allows the alar groove shaping plate to be used to compress the alar groove of the nose, which can be precisely shaped and can be adjusted back and forth, making appropriate adjustments according to the patient's skin recovery status.

[0016] The present invention is further configured such that nostril maintainers are installed on both the left and right shaping devices.

[0017] The main functions of the nasal maintainer, based on the above technical solution, are: ① to maintain the stable wearing of the nasal clip; ② to prevent the nasal clip from affecting the size of the nostrils during use.

[0018] The present invention is further configured such that: the nostril maintainer is detachably mounted on the left shaping device and the right shaping device, and the nostril maintainer can be replaced with a suitable size according to the size of the patient's nostrils.

[0019] Through the above technical solution, the nasal maintainer can be replaced in different sizes, making the product more widely applicable.

[0020] The invention is further configured such that the inner surfaces of the left and right shaping devices are designed with human body structure, so as to fit the nose more closely.

[0021] The above technical solutions and human body structure design make wearing more comfortable and provide better compression.

[0022] The invention is further configured such that the bottom surface of the nasal fold shaping plate adopts the structure of the human nasal wing, so as to fit the nasal fold more closely.

[0023] The above technical solutions and human body structure design make wearing more comfortable and provide better compression.

[0024] The present invention is further configured such that the left shaper, the right shaper, the curved connecting plate, and the nostril retainer are all made of transparent material.

[0025] Through the above technical solution, the transparent material product allows the surface state of the shaped skin to be observed, facilitating the next step of shaping adjustment, that is, adjusting the pressure intensity and angle in real time according to the shaping response of the shaped skin.

[0026] The present invention is further configured such that: a reinforcing sheet is provided inside or on the surface of the curved connecting plate.

[0027] The present invention is further configured such that the nostril maintainer is elliptical.

[0028] The main principle of the patent is to apply pressure to the main aesthetic structures of the nose (the tip of the nose and the bilateral alar grooves) and the nostrils by connecting the following main structures one by one to a curved connecting plate with adjustable tension: 1. the tip of the nose bending clamp, 2. the alar groove shaping device, and 3. the nostril maintainer.

[0029] Based on the above technical solutions, the main utilization

[0030] 1. Tip of nose clamping device

[0031] 2. Nasal groove shaping device

[0032] 3. The nostril maintainers are connected to the tension-curved connecting plates to fix and reshape the main aesthetic structures of the nasal tip (the upward curve of the nasal tip and the bilateral alar grooves) and the overall nose after surgery. They are characterized by precision, stability, and adjustability. This aims to reduce postoperative skin hyperplasia of the nasal tip, prevent deviation of the nasal tip and nostrils, maintain a good postoperative nasal shape, and thus improve surgical satisfaction.

[0033] In summary, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0034] This invention utilizes a nasal tip tilting clamp and a nasal alar groove shaping device for flexible adjustment and precise shaping, aiming to achieve good postoperative recovery results. Furthermore, the curved connecting plate's ends, through a nasal bridge height adjustment structure, allow for a wide range of adjustments to the overall installation accuracy. The nasal tip tilting clamp and nasal alar groove shaping device then provide precise adjustment and local shaping. Attached Figure Description

[0035] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall three-dimensional structure of the nose clip. Figure 1 ;

[0036] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the overall three-dimensional structure of the nose clip. Figure 2 ;

[0037] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the reinforcing sheet structure;

[0038] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the overall split structure of the nose clip.

[0039] Reference numerals: 1. Left shaping device; 2. Right shaping device; 3. Curved connecting plate; 4. Nose bridge height adjustment structure; 4-1. Adjustment groove; 4-2. Adjustment clip; 5. Installation opening; 6. Nose tip turning clamp; 6-1. Clamping stud; 6-2. Arc-shaped shaping head; 7. Nasal groove shaping device; 7-1. Adjustment stud; 7-2. Nasal groove shaping plate; 8. Nose retainer; 9. Reinforcing plate. Detailed Implementation

[0040] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the embodiments and accompanying drawings, but the embodiments of the present invention are not limited thereto.

[0041] A post-nasal reshaping aid, such as Figure 1 - Figure 4As shown, the device includes a left shaping device 1, a right shaping device 2, a curved connecting plate 3, and a nostril retainer 8. The two ends of the curved connecting plate 3 are connected to the left shaping device 1 and the right shaping device 2, respectively. The left shaping device 1 and the right shaping device 2 are used to hold the left and right nostrils. The curved connecting plate 3 is used to press firmly against the skin on the bridge of the nose. To increase the stability of the nose clip and to shape the patient's nostrils, nostril retainers 8 are installed on both the left shaping device 1 and the right shaping device 2. The nostril retainers 8 are detachable from the left shaping device 1 and the right shaping device 2, and can be replaced with appropriate sizes according to the patient's nostril size. Similar to the replaceable function of headphones, this allows for suitability for different individuals.

[0042] The left shaping device 1, right shaping device 2, curved connecting plate 3, and nostril retainer 8 are all made of transparent material. It is soft, tough, transparent, biocompatible, non-irritating, odorless, and has the strength to maintain a certain shape (similar to the PVC material of transparent invisible braces).

[0043] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 The curved connecting plate 3 has adjustment grooves 4-1 at both ends, and installation openings 5 ​​on the left shaping device 1 and the right shaping device 2. An adjustment strip 4-2 is installed inside the installation opening 5. The adjustment grooves 4-1 and the adjustment strip 4-2 constitute the nose bridge height adjustment structure 4. Therefore, the overall pressing length of the curved connecting plate 3 can be adjusted through the nose bridge height adjustment structure 4, making it suitable for different genders and nose sizes, ensuring stable installation of the curved connecting plate 3 and increasing the shaping effect.

[0044] Meanwhile, to increase the stability of the nose clip and to shape the patient's nostrils, nostril retainers 8 are installed on both the left shaper 1 and the right shaper 2. The nostril retainers 8 are detachable from both shapers and can be replaced with appropriate sizes to suit the patient's nostrils. Similar to the replaceable function of headphones, this allows for suitability for different individuals.

[0045] The left shaping device 1, right shaping device 2, curved connecting plate 3, and nostril retainer 8 are all made of transparent material. It is soft, tough, transparent, biocompatible, non-irritating, odorless, and has the strength to maintain a certain shape (similar to the PVC material of transparent invisible braces).

[0046] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 The curved connecting plate 3 is equipped with a single nasal tip tilt clamp 6 and two sets of alar groove shapers 7, which are arranged in an inverted triangle. The triangular arrangement conforms to the shape and structure of the human nose. That is, it accurately shapes the aesthetic structural points of the upper nasal tip (nasal tip tilt + bilateral alar grooves).

[0047] Specifically, the nose tip turning clamping device 6 includes a clamping stud 6-1 and an arc-shaped shaping head 6-2. The clamping stud 6-1 is threaded onto the curved connecting plate 3, and the arc-shaped shaping head 6-2 and the clamping stud 6-1 are integrally formed. After the curved connecting plate 3 is installed on the bridge of the nose, rotating the clamping stud 6-1 drives the arc-shaped shaping head 6-2 to press against the upper turning part of the nose.

[0048] After positioning the upward curve of the nose, the alar groove needs to be shaped. In this embodiment, the alar groove shaping device 7 includes an adjusting stud 7-1 and an alar groove shaping plate 7-2. The adjusting stud 7-1 is threaded onto the curved connecting plate 3, and the alar groove shaping plate 7-2 is movably mounted on the bottom end of the adjusting stud 7-1. During use, rotating the adjusting stud 7-1 causes its end to rotate within the alar groove shaping plate 7-2, driving the alar groove shaping plate 7-2 to press down on the alar groove, achieving precise adjustment. Furthermore, the bottom surface of the alar groove shaping plate 7-2 can be designed with the structure of the human nasal wing for a closer fit to the alar groove.

[0049] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention. The scope of protection of the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. All technical solutions falling within the scope of the present invention's concept are within the scope of protection of the present invention. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, any improvements and modifications made without departing from the principles of the present invention should also be considered within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A post-nasal reshaping aid, characterized in that: It includes a left shaping device (1), a right shaping device (2), and a curved connecting plate (3), the two ends of which are respectively connected to the left shaping device (1) and the right shaping device (2). The curved connecting plate (3) is provided with a single nose tip turning clamp (6) and two sets of nasal alar groove shaping devices (7). The nose tip turning clamp (6) and nasal alar groove shaping devices (7) are arranged in an inverted triangle shape, which conforms to the structure of the human nasal wings. The curved connecting plate (3) has adjustment grooves (4-1) at both ends. The left shaping device (1) and the right shaping device (2) have installation openings (5). The installation openings (5) have adjustment strips (4-2) inside. The adjustment grooves (4-1) and adjustment strips (4-2) constitute the nose bridge height adjustment structure (4). Nose retainers (8) are installed on both the left shaping device (1) and the right shaping device (2); The inner surfaces of the left shaping device (1) and the right shaping device (2) are designed with human body structure, so that they fit the nose more closely.

2. The post-nasal reshaping aid according to claim 1, characterized in that: The nose tip turning clamp (6) includes a clamping stud (6-1) and an arc-shaped shaping head (6-2). The clamping stud (6-1) is threaded onto the curved connecting plate (3). The arc-shaped shaping head (6-2) and the clamping stud (6-1) are integrally formed.

3. The post-nasal reshaping aid according to claim 1, characterized in that: The nasal groove shaping device (7) includes an adjusting stud (7-1) and a nasal groove shaping plate (7-2). The adjusting stud (7-1) is threaded onto the curved connecting plate (3), and the nasal groove shaping plate (7-2) is movably mounted on the bottom end of the adjusting stud (7-1).

4. The post-nasal reshaping aid according to claim 1, characterized in that: The nostril maintainer (8) is detachably mounted on the left shaper (1) and the right shaper (2), and the nostril maintainer (8) can be changed in size according to the size of the patient's nostrils.

5. The post-nasal reshaping aid according to claim 3, characterized in that: The bottom surface of the nasal fold shaping plate (7-2) is designed with the structure of the human nasal wing, which fits the nasal fold more closely.

6. A post-nasal reshaping aid according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that: The left shaper (1), right shaper (2), curved connecting plate (3), and nostril retainer (8) are all made of transparent material.

7. The post-nasal reshaping aid according to claim 1, characterized in that: The curved connecting plate (3) is provided with reinforcing plates (9) inside or on its surface.

8. The post-nasal reshaping aid according to claim 1, characterized in that: The nostril maintainer (8) is elliptical in shape.

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