Rhinoplasty (Nose Job Surgery)

Rhinoplasty, also known as nose-reshaping surgery or the Nose-Job, is the second most popular cosmetic procedure in the UK, after Breast Enhancement

Rhinoplasty is so popular because the nose is often the most prominent of the facial features, and this is unfortunately especially true when the nose is less aesthetically pleasing or over-sized for the proportions of the face!

Rhinoplasty enables you to remodel the shape and size of your nose, smoothing out bumps, changing features that you don't like.

Many men and women have opted for the Rhinoplasty surgical procedure, and have found that their self-confidence has improved by leaps and bounds, both socially and professionally.

Rhinoplasty is also one of the cosmetic surgery procedures that is most easily combined with other plastic surgery. For example, many people choose to combine it with Eyelid Surgery or a Face Lift! Also, because a weak chin can exaggerate the prominence of the nose, many people have had great result from combining Rhinoplasty with Chin Implant Surgery.

If you want a more affordable Rhinoplasty procedure, surgery abroad is one of your available options. Many overseas locations are popular for cheap Rhinoplasty and Nose Reshaping Surgery. In Europe, Poland, the Czech Republic, and Hungary are becoming increasingly popular with medical tourists for rhinoplasty, while further afield, Thailand, India and the Dominican Republic are some of the choices for saving money.

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Frequently asked questions:

Who can benefit from rhinoplasty?

What does the rhinoplasty procedure involve?

How can I decide if I should go ahead and get rhinoplasty?

What are the risks?

How much does rhinoplasty cost?

Who can benefit from rhinoplasty?

If your nose seems out of proportion compared to your other facial features, seems too wide, has a bump on the nasal bridge, has excessively flared nostrils, has been broken or damaged due to an accident, or is crooked and asymmetrical, you may benefit from rhinoplasty.

In fact, the amount of reshaping that is possible make it seem inappropriate that the procedure should be known as something as mundane as the "nose job"!

What does the rhinoplasty procedure involve?

The rhinoplasty surgery requires a general anaesthetic. Then, incisions can be made from inside the nose, so scarring is not visible. Where this is not possible, as in the case of narrowing the nose, or reducing flared nostrils, incisions may be made instead along the crease, where the nose joins the face, hiding any scars, or a small incision is made to the columella, the partition between the nostrils.

Rhinoplasty is performed as either an open or closed procedure. Open rhinoplasty is a longer, more involved procedure, but is capable of a greater degree of nose reshaping. Closed rhinoplasty is a procedure more suited to minimal modifications of the nose. Read about Open vs Closed Rhinoplasty...

Through tiny incisions, rhinoplasty to reshape the nose is performed by your cosmetic surgeon.

In some instances, it may be necessary to alter the positioning of the bones in the nose to make the nose straighter or narrower.

The nose can also be "built-up". Here, the skin will naturally fit itself over the new structure, just as it did previously.

Following the rhinoplasty procedure, you can expect bruising, especially around the nose and eyes, which will mostly subside in a week.

You should also be aware that the healing process from rhinoplasty cosmetic surgery is gradual, so you won't see the final results for about a year. However, you should be enjoying the results of your new look quite soon after rhinoplasty.

How can I decide if I should go ahead and get rhinoplasty?

We would recommend a consultation with a specialist cosmetic rhinoplasty surgeon. Then you can explain what your expectations of the rhinoplasty operation are, and what exactly you would like to change about your nose. Also, using digital plastic surgery imaging which can be very effective both at helping you see the probable results of rhinoplasty, and can also help you communicate your requirements to your surgeon. This in turn can help to establish if your wishes are realistic!

What are the risks?

The risks involved with rhinoplasty are very low indeed. Many people have rhinoplasty every year, and the vast majority of them experience no problems, and are delighted with the results and new self-image the operation has given them. However, it is important to understand that no surgical procedure, cosmetic or otherwise, is completely risk-free. You should certainly make sure that you cosmetic surgeon is a rhinoplasty specialist.

Your cosmetic surgeon will be happy to discuss all the risks in detail with you. Also, you can read our article "Know The Risks Of Cosmetic Surgery Before Having Any Procedure Done" for more details.

How much does rhinoplasty cost?

Prices for Rhinoplasty can vary quite considerably, depending on where you go for surgery! Getting rhinoplasty abroad is often between 40% and 60% cheaper when compared to the price in the UK!

Eastern Europe, South and Central America, and Asia all offer great opportunities to save on the cost of treatment while visiting some extremely interesting countries.