Rhinoplasty (Nose Surgery)

While people tend to think of a rhinoplasty procedure or "nose job" as a type of cosmetic surgery, it actually has many purposes, both aesthetic and functional. Certainly, many people undergo rhinoplasty operations to improve their appearance and self-confidence, but the surgery is also regularly used to fix medical problems as well. Broken noses, respiratory problems and deviated septums are a few common issues that people choose to correct with rhinoplasty surgery. All in all, nose surgery remains one of the single most popular cosmetic procedures that are performed today.

As always, it's important to discuss your condition and cosmetic concerns with an experienced plastic surgeon before pursuing rhinoplasty, or any other surgical procedure. By contacting our helpful representatives, you can ask questions about the surgery itself, or let us schedule your first rhinoplasty consultation with a plastic surgeon near you!

Patients can also look at SignatureForum's rhinoplasty ratings and reviews section to see how former patients rated the procedure. After completing rhinoplasty surgery, patients are invited to post their own review of their experience!

More Details On Rhinoplasty (Nose Surgery)

Average Cost Range: $4,293.00 - $4,693.00

The Procedure:
A nose job incorporates artistic talents as much as technical skill. A cosmetic surgeon can reshape any nose to best suit its face, from changing its size to narrowing nostrils, re-aligning the tip, or changing the angle between your upper lip and nose.

Time Required:
Rhinoplasty surgery can take anywhere from 1-2 hours, depending on the extent of the work.

In/Out Patient:
Usually outpatient

Side Effects / Risks:
Along with temporary bruising and swelling, there are small risks of minor blood vessel bursting (causing redness), asymmetry, and infection.

Duration of Results:
Results of rhinoplasty surgery should be permanent.

Recovery Time:
A cast or split should be worn for ten days following a nose job. Recovery from bruising and swelling usually takes 2-4 weeks, and in about 3 months your nose should have taken shape nicely. Learn more about how individual rhinoplasty patients experienced recovery, in the nose surgery ratings and reviews section.

Insurance:
Insurance can cover rhinoplasty in cases of medical conditions like a deviated septum, breathing problems, or facial damage.

Level of Discomfort:
During a rhinoplasty, anesthesia will ease any pain during surgery, and basic pain medication should handle most of the lingering aches for the few days afterward.

Can Be Combined With:
Chin Augmentation, Blepharoplasty, Mid Face Lift, Cheek Implants

Also Known As:
Nose Reduction, Nose Augmentation, Nose Surgery, Nose Job, Nasal Surgery

More About Rhinoplasty:
Here are some links to other interesting rhinoplasty resources:

• Top 10 Celebrity Nose Jobs
• A brief History of Rhinoplasty

Further Discussion:
Unsure about getting a nose job? Discuss it at Cosmetic Enhancement Forum.