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Finding Rhinoplasty Surgen for African Americans

asked 2 years ago by daniel123 in madison
Latest answer by Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Question viewed 878 times
Tags: nose, plastic surgeon, specialist, surgeon, training

Does an African American have to go to a certain rhinoplasty surgeon to have rhinoplasty performed or any surgeon?

14 answers to Finding Rhinoplasty Surgen for African Americans

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Rhinoplasty in African Americans

No two noses are necessarily alike. Noses differ even more among various ethnic groups. African American noses will need to be treated differently than a Caucasian nose. Not only are there structural differences, but, the patient may want to maintain several of the ethnic characteristics of their original nose, only in a slightly more subtle manner. A good rhinoplasty surgeon will be able to help you understand what will need to be done to address your particular concerns, and conversely,... more
Philip S. Schoenfeld, MD

Chevy Chase Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Seek out a true African American Rhinoplasty surgeon

GREAT QUESTION! I can only give you what I would do in your situation. I would seek out a TRUE African American Rhinoplasty surgeon. At the consultation ask to see at least 10 before and after photos of African American noses he has done. By this # of cases you can feel confident this surgeon can preform these types of surgeries. This is just how I would find the right surgeon. Regards and Good Luck.
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Experienced rhinoplasty surgeon for ethnic rhinoplasties

Ethnic rhinoplasty can be performed by any surgeon who is well versed in rhinoplasty. Look for a surgeon who has done thousands of rhinoplasty surgeries, has experience in performing rhinoplasty for African Americans as well as Asians, Caucasians, and Mexicans. Remember to look at the surgeons rhinoplasty before and after photos to make sure you like their work.
William Portuese, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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African American Rhinoplasty

Certainly, an African American person can go to any surgeon that has substantial experience in rhinoplasty. While the anatomy of the African American nose may differ, it is really patient dependent. I would recommend reviewing the before and after photos of the surgeons with which you consult. Hopefully, that will give you some idea of their aesthetic sense with respect to patients from different ethnic backgrounds.
Jennifer Parker Porter, MD

Chevy Chase Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Surgery to Reshape Ethnic Noses or Ethnic Rhinoplasty

An experienced rhinoplasty surgeon will be adept at treating patients with various ethnicities (African American, Asian, Persian, Italian, etc.) so you need to identify the best rhinoplasty surgeons in your area and select one. Make sure you look at his/her ethnic rhinoplasty photos and see changes you like. You must fully communicate your wishes to your surgeon and ensure that he/she feels confident about being able to make appropriate changes for you. You should mandate that the work... more
Randolph Capone, MD

Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon
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African American Nose & Rhinoplasty Surgeons

The anatomy of African American Nose is different than other ethnic groups. You should go to someone who does a lot of ethnic rhinoplasties. If you cannot find one, then just look for someone who is excellent rhinoplasty surgeon. If you are willing to travel, then Dr. Fred Stucker in Louisiana is one of the best rhinoplasty surgeons for African American Nose. Regards
Tanveer Janjua, MD

Bedminster Facial Plastic Surgeon
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There are special considerations with African-American Rhinoplasty Surgery.

You should consult a board-certified Rhinoplasty specialist experienced in Ethnic Rhinoplasty. You should also see many photos before proceeding. In general, African-American noses have thick skin, and weak cartilage. There can also be wide nostrils, a broad tip, and a shallow bridge. Feel free to email me a full facial frontal and profile photo, and I'll gladly share my thoughts with you. I've attached a link to my rhinoplasty gallery for your perusal. I hope this is helpful, and best... more
Eric M. Joseph, MD

West Orange Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Ethnic rhinoplasty

There are different ethnic anatomical issues that require different expertise.  Just call and ask how often the doctor does ethnic rhinoplasties.  You will want a lot of experience here.  Some doctors even specialize in this. 
Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
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See an Ethnic Rhinoplasty specialist

Hi Daniel, It is important for you to see a rhinoplasty surgeon who is experienced in ethnic rhinoplasty if you want to achieve the best possible aesthetic result. There are as many variations within a particular ethnic group as there are between groups and not everyone is looking for the same thing. But, African American noses do have some unique attributes, such as thicker skin and softer cartilage, that must be considered. Many techniques that are applied to thinner-skinned patients... more
Jason Litner, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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African American Rhinoplasty

Hi Daniel, An experienced and skilled rhinoplasty surgeon is able to perform African American rhinoplasty. As with all rhinoplasties, at consultation the patient describes what bothers them about their nose, and what they would be satisfied with as a result of surgery. The surgeon then examines the nose, makes a diagnosis and plan to achieve the patient's goals. All noses are different, there is no set recipe for the African American nose. An individual surgical plan is carried out to... more
Michael A. Persky, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Afrivcan american rhinoplasty

I think that most rhinoplasty surgeons like myself, have enough experience treating many different types of noses to feel comfortable treating almost any patient of different ethnicities for rhinoplasty. 
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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See a rhinoplasty specialist who does many African American rhinoplasties.

 You want to find an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon who is familiar with the differences in these noses and how to do a natural nose as well. Meet with real patients the surgeon has done.
Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty in patients of African descent can be a very challenging procedure

Rhinoplasty or nose reshaping is widely regarded as one of the most complex cosmetic surgical procedures. The surgeon must have sound surgical skills, a detailed knowledge of anatomy, a wide range of techniques to treat various deformities, and a sense of artistry to combine everything into a balanced aesthetic nose. The nose of a patient of African descent poses unique challenges to gain a superior result. Many of the analytic tools used for a Caucasian nose are not always useful. The... more
Robert Mounsey, MD

Toronto Facial Plastic Surgeon
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The African American nose can be a difficult rhinoplasty for some surgeons

The African American nose can be a difficult rhinoplasty for some surgeons. The typical African American nose has short nasal bones and weak cartilages in the tip of the nose. Depending on the thickness of the skin, changing or altering the appearance of an African American nose requires additional effort as well to compensate for the thicker skin. While I would recommend a facial plastic surgeon who does a lot of rhinoplasties, you also want to make sure that they have done a fair number of... more
Scott Trimas, MD

Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon

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