Our ENT surgeons are here to answer your rhinoplasty questions
Rhinoplasty can achieve a significant change to the nose’s appearance. When performing rhinoplasty surgery, we don't aim for a "perfect" nose in isolation; we aim for a nose that fits your face so well that people notice your eyes, not your nose.
Rhinoplasty “nose job” surgery can address one or more of the following areas:
Rhinoplasty is the "first-time" nose surgery for patients looking to address both aesthetic concerns. Because the underlying bone and cartilage are in their natural state, we have the most flexibility to reshape the bridge, refine the tip, or narrow the nostrils. The goal is to create a balanced, harmonious look that complements your existing facial features while ensuring the internal airway remains wide and clear.
Revision rhinoplasty surgery is performed on patients who have had one or more previous nose surgeries and are dissatisfied with the cosmetic result or are experiencing new breathing difficulties. These cases are more complex due to the presence of scar tissue and a potential lack of remaining septal cartilage. We often use advanced grafting techniques - sometimes using cartilage from the ear or rib - to restore structural support and achieve the desired refinement that was missed in the initial procedure.
A septoplasty is a strictly functional procedure designed to correct a deviated septum, the internal wall that divides your nasal passages. When this wall is crooked, it can cause chronic congestion, snoring, or sinus infections. Unlike a rhinoplasty, a septoplasty is performed entirely inside the nose; it does not change the external shape or appearance of your nose, focusing solely on maximizing airflow and improving your quality of life.
Septorhinoplasty is a "hybrid" procedure is the gold standard for patients who have both a crooked internal septum and an external deformity that blocks breathing (such as a collapsed bridge or narrow nasal valves). By addressing the internal "plumbing" and the external "framework" at the same time, we ensure the nose not only looks straight and proportional but also functions at its absolute best. It is the ultimate marriage of form and function.
Rhinoplasty can address the bridge (dorsum), nasal tip, nostrils, and overall size and proportion of the nose. Depending on your goals, a surgeon can remove a hump, straighten a deviated bridge, refine the tip, reduce nostril width, or narrow the nasal bones for a more balanced look.
Yes. A common reason patients seek rhinoplasty is to remove a visible hump on the bridge. This is done by shaving down excess bone and cartilage to create a straighter or gently sloped profile.
Yes. A deviated bridge, often caused by past trauma, can be corrected during rhinoplasty to create a straighter, more symmetrical appearance.
Yes. The nasal tip is one of the most technically detailed areas of surgery. A bulbous tip can be refined by removing or suturing the lower lateral cartilages to create a more defined shape.
Yes. Surgeons can adjust tip rotation, lifting a drooping tip or lowering one that turns up too high, as well as adjusting projection, which controls how far the tip extends from the face.
Primary rhinoplasty is a patient's first nose surgery, offering the most flexibility since the bone and cartilage are in their natural state. Revision rhinoplasty is performed on patients unhappy with a previous surgery's results or experiencing new breathing issues, and is typically more complex due to scar tissue and reduced cartilage availability.
Rhinoplasty reshapes the external appearance of the nose, while septoplasty is a purely functional procedure that corrects a deviated septum from inside the nose. Septoplasty doesn't change how the nose looks; it focuses on improving airflow and reducing issues like congestion or sinus infections.
Septorhinoplasty combines rhinoplasty and septoplasty in a single procedure. It's used for patients who have both a crooked internal septum and an external deformity affecting appearance and breathing, addressing form and function at the same time.
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