Nasal Refinement Surgery

Being the central feature of the face, the nose that is disproportionate with the rest of the facial structures can detract from an otherwise attractive appearance. The most common problems that can occur with the nose are: a large dorsal hump, an excessively long nose, a wide tip, an over projected nose and asymmetry with deviation of the septum. Correction of these problems can harmonize the nose with the rest of the face, while still maintaining your distinct familial appearance.

Prior to performing any changes of the nose that affect the external appearance of the nose, it is important to correct any functional nasal problems that may obstruct the flow of air through the nasal passages. These functional and aesthetic procedures are often performed together; however the functional portions are typically covered by medical insurance.

The aesthetic procedure that is designed to improve nasal form is referred to as a rhinoplasty. This is a general term which includes numerous techniques that are performed on the nose in order to reshape, straighten and change the size of the nose. This is typically performed almost entirely from inside the nose. It is performed as an outpatient procedure and requires approximately one week for recovery.

Aesthetic nasal surgery has changed significantly in recent years. New techniques have emerged which have given the Plastic Surgeon the ability to achieve the desired shape and size of the nose with much more precision than in years past. These advances have also allowed for less bruising, less discomfort and a much more natural result than could be obtained previously. For this reason, it is imperative that the surgeon performing the rhinoplasty is well- trained and experienced in contemporary nasal refinement surgery. 

The consultation with the Plastic Surgeon for a rhinoplasty is probably more important than with any other procedure. During this process, the exact features that you desire to change must be defined and a plan for their correction must be outlined. In this way, the procedure is customized to your specific needs and goals. It is also important for the surgeon to review with you photographs of cases that they have performed. This will enable you to get an idea of the type of results that they are able to achieve.

In previous years, rhinoplasties have often resulted in unnatural appearances. Today, precise changes can be made to the nose in order to achieve a more proportionate and pleasing nasal form while still maintaing your familial or ethnic appearance. Without a doubt, harmonizing the shape and size of the nose with the rest of the face can have a tremendously positive impact on your facial appearance.