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How Much Improvement Can Be Expected from Rhinoplasty?

I can go for a rhinoplasty as well. How much improvement can I hope for? Which doctors can give me such result?

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13 Doctor Answers | Asked by lakshmi priyanka in hyderabad (a.p)
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Rhinoplasty provides highly predictable improvements

Rhinoplasty can provide dramatic facial aesthetic improvements with only subtle changes to the nose. The reason rhinoplasty can make such a change is because the nose is the most central and most projecting feature of your face. If your nose has irregularities, then it draws attention away from your eyes and the rest of your face. When looking for a rhinoplasty surgeon, research well and find a surgeon who has extensive rhinoplasty experience and who commits the majority of his/her... more
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Improvement in Rhinoplasty

An experienced surgeon will help you establish reasonable expectations depending on your personal physical findings. Experience is the most important consideration in achiev ing the best possible result. In general, satisfaction is high in rhinoplasty surgery.
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Rhinoplasty

Hi, rhinoplasty surgery can change the appearance of the face by bringing the nose into harmony with the rest of your features. The specific changes that you might need would have to be determined by your surgeon. I suggest that you see a plastic surgeon in your region who has experience with rhinoplasty and who is able to show you before and after photos from other patients. Good luck, /nsn.

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Rhinoplasty: Subtle Changes Can Produce a Dramatic Results

Rhinoplasty can have either a dramatic effect or a subtle effect on the appearance of the nose depending on what techniques are used and depending on the patient's preference. The best rhinoplasty is one which produces a nose that both looks good and functions well. When performed correctly, other people should not be able to tell that your nose has been operated on, but rather they should that it looks natural. The best way for patient to gain a better understanding of how their nose might... more
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Improvement after rhinoplasty

Hello, Rhinoplasty is a procedure that typically yields very satisfying results. The whole look of your face can improve by making subtle improvements to the nose. When choosing a physician, it is important to do a bit of research. You want to choose a doctor who has a great deal of experience and can give you the results you are looking for. Always remember that it is important to have realistic expectations when choosing to undergo rhinoplasty surgery. Dr. Nassif
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Rhinoplasty results are individually based

The results from a cosmetic rhinoplasty are based on the individual's nose. There is no way to determine how much change you can expect without seeing pictures of your nose.
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What to expect from Rhinoplasty

Lakshmi In order to answer your question, I would need to know the following: Need to see photos: front, oblique, profile and base views. I have patients email me photos prior to an e-consult. Video imaging can be performed by having you dial in securely into our computers. You will be able to see what changes can be accomplished. Need to know what changes you would like to see. Take down a bump/hump on your bridge, narrow the bridge of your nose, or alter/refine the tip of your nose.... more
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Rhinoplasty

It all depends what you are trying to achieve and your expectations.  You can not look at a book and say I will take that nose or I want my nose to look like that. So there are limits and the limits pertain to your anatomy.  You need to look for a plastic surgeon, board certified and take it from there.
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Rhinoplasty improvement

Rhinoplasty can do many things inlcuding provided an improved cosmetic result and improve breathing in patients that have difficulty.  Discuss you concerns with your doctor and be realistic in your expectations.
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Nose Improvement with Rhinoplasty Results

Rhinoplasty is not one operation, but many potential operations. Every patient is unique. Removing the hump from a nose to create a straight profile, and narrowing a bulbous tip are the most common requests for cosmetic nasal surgery. The goal in nasal surgery is to recreate balance of the nose with the rest of the face. A subtle change in the nose may create a profound improvement in facial balance. Rhinoplasty surgery may improve the nose and provide great results. Only after a... more
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Rhinoplasty Results

The final result after a rhinoplasty depends on a number of factors: your anatomy, your specific goals, and what the surgeon feels he can safely do are among them. Some patients need a very minor improvement, such as smoothing of a nasal hump, while others need a more comprehensive approach. So the answer really depends on you and your surgeon, good communication, and a clear surgical plan.
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It depends on the surgeon and the extent of the surgery.

 See an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon and discuss with him your goals. Make sure he knows what YOU want and that the kind of noses he does are natural looking. Rhinoplasty, done well, gives excellent, satisfying results.
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How much improvement after rhinoplasty?

Hello Lakshmi, A rhinoplasty will alter the shape of your nose to the degree that you want and is only limited by factors such as the original shape and size, thickness of the skin and function. We normally want to achieve a nose that improves your features and corrects the features that bother you. The nose should look natural and compliment your facial features. I would suggest that you consult two or three different surgeons (facial plastic or plastic surgeons with experience in... more
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