Find a Rhinoplasty Surgeon who has experience correcting both functional and cosmetic issues

Choosing a qualified surgeon is the most important decision you can make when deciding to under go nasal surgery. 

First and foremost, choose an surgeon who specializes in nasal surgery and who has experience correcting both functional problems (such as a deviated septum) and cosmetic problems.

While most ENT doctors routinely perform a septoplasty to correct a deviated septum, not all ENTs perform rhinoplasty. 

Similarly, not all plastic surgeons who are able to address cosmetic problems are as well-versed in the functional aspects of nasal surgery.  It is important to find a surgeon who is skilled at both.

Secondly, your surgeon should be Board Certified in either Otolaryngology (ENT) or Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. Not all "cosmetic surgeons" have undergone the rigorous training in accredited residency programs that allow them to become Board Certified in either of these two specialties.
 

Rhinoplasty (or nasal reshaping surgery) can be one of the most challenging surgical procedures. There are many plastic surgeons who perform excellent rhinoplasty procedures. Might I suggest even going one step further and find a facial plastic surgeon for your procedure. Facial plastic surgeons are generally ENT physicians who have gone on to have further training facial cosmetic and reconstructive procedures.

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