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How Much Would I Benefit from Rhinoplasty?

asked 11 months ago by Nottingham in Nottingham, MD
Latest answer by Theda C. Kontis, MD
Question viewed 499 times
Tags: age 17 or under, female, dorsal hump, candidate, pain, sore

I'm sixteen years old, and I've been self conscious about my nose since middle school. I absolutely hate it - it's without a doubt the one part of my appearance that I truly can't stand. Also, it hurts almost constantly. I don't know why. It just constantly feels like it's bruised, as if someone punched me in the face. It has hurt on and off for years, but it's felt more constant recently. It hurts right where the bump is. Would I benefit from rhinoplasty?

17 answers to How Much Would I Benefit from Rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty improves nasal bump but will not improve pain

Having had a rhinoplasty myself at age 14, I can tell you that it helped my self-esteem more than anything I have ever done, which is why I became a rhinoplasty surgeon. Yes, you are a candidate for surgery to improve your nasal appearance. It's not clear,however, why you have pain. Pain is not an indication for cosmetic surgery. You need a complete exam to see if there is a medical reason for the pain you describe.

Theda C. Kontis, MD
Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon

facialplasticsurgerymd.com

Rhinoplasty at age 16

Rhinoplasty can reliably remove a hump if it is major nuisance to you. The pain you describe can be an indicator of possible rhinitis or nasal pressure related to areas of nasal obstruction. A formal in-person consultation with a nasal rhinoplastic specialist is necessary. Typically the earliest age poossible for rhinoplasty is around 16 years old, but this depends on your current growth rate. You may also need to take into consideration that your perceptions regarding your face may... more

Thomas T. Le, MD
Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bwfacialplasticsurgery.com

Rhinoplasty

If you are unhappy with the appearance of your nose, certainly this can be improved. As for "pain"? this is unusual and may not be improved at all from surgery and could make it worse. It probably deserves an evaluation.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Benefit from rhinoplasty is in the head as well as the nose.

Pain does nor come from the nasal bump! Have your surgeon check your sinuses. If removal of the bump and refinement of the tip, is what you want you can have that with an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon. It often gives patients more self confidence but you need to be sure of your goals first. Your nose is done growing and you can have surgery when you have clear goals.

Toby Mayer, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Physical and psychological benefits of rhinoplasty

Patients who undergo a rhinoplasty to improve their appearance typically improve their self image as well according to most published studies. However, the decision to do a rhinoplasty is a personal one and should be carefully thought out. If the hump bothers you, the procedure to correct it is quite straight forward. I would involve your parents in the decision making process if you choose to do the procedure prior to 18 or when you can afford to pay for the procedure on your own. I hope... more

Scott Trimas, MD
Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon

The benefit from rhinoplasty depends on the patient, the surgeon, and the goal.

You have a nose with a bump that can be removed, and your tip can be refined. That does not necessarily mean that you should have a rhinoplasty. What is your goal? Straight bridge? Still a small bump (a more common request than you might guess)? A sharper tip? Better airway? The answers to all these cushions will determine your goals. Then find a surgeon whom you trust, and who can show you results in other patients with noses like yours that you like... more

Mark B. Constantian, MD
Nashua Plastic Surgeon

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Benifits of rhinoplasty

It sounds like your body image is effecting your confidence and social interaction at a very critical time in your life and a rhinoplasty MIGHT be benificial ,BUT many at 16 have not acheived facial matururity. So it might be better to wait a few years to see the eventual balence and harmony as your lower face mature As for the pain do you wear malfitting glasses? If not surgery would probably not help.

Barry H. Dolich, MD
Bronx Plastic Surgeon

You neeed to discuss your concerns with your parents

Your concerns about the nasal shape should be discussed with your parents and your plastic surgeon. Your level of complain about the nasal shape does not correlate to the limited views that you have posted. You also need to wait till you have finished with your growth.

Kamran Khoobehi, MD
New Orleans Plastic Surgeon

How Much Would I Benefit from Rhinoplasty?

By your own writing you "want" a rhinoplasty. So obtain at least 3 opinions in person from boarded surgeons in your area of the country.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Sixteen wishes Rhinoplasty

Your nose has a large dorsal huimp that could be reduced and refined with a Rhinoplasty if this is something that you want. Be sure to bring your parents to the Rhinoplasty consultation. Your nasal bones would need to be broken, during the Rhinoplasty, which IMHO means restricted physical activity and contact for 1 month after the surgery. Hope this helps.

Francis R. Palmer, III, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Benefit of Having Rhinoplasty Surgery

Rhinoplasty surgery provides patients with both aesthetic as well as psychological benefits. Aesthetically, you will attain a more attractive nose which will allow you to gain greater self confidence regarding your appearance. Your added self confidence will allow you to feel better about yourself. I must caution though, that any form of cosmetic surgery is NOT a treatment for self esteem issues, and these issues need to be addressed prior to moving forward for surgery... more

Anthony Corrado, DO
Philadelphia Facial Plastic Surgeon

The benefits of rhinoplasty

If you can't get the appearance of your nose off your mind and truly hate it, rhinoplasty can give you confidence and an incredible boost. Noses should not hurt, though the hurt to you sense of self can be significant. At 16 you are a good candidate and the time may be right to explore and set up a consultation. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Sixteen year old rhinoplasty

Clearly correcting your dorsal hump and everything else that must go with it would improve your overall appearance. However, i see no clear reason for your current discomfort. I worry about the psychological implications at this point. You will have post operative pain. Are you really ready to handle all of this?

David A. Bray, Sr., MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty

You would see dramatic, yet positive results from a rhinoplasty. It would not only help your facial symetry, but you would also see a dramatic rise in your self esteem. Be sure to do your research and find the surgeon that best fits YOU and YOUR GOALS. I would also advise to search for a surgeon that specializes in ENT along with reconstructive surgery. see video

Philip Young, MD
Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon

How Much Would I Benefit from Rhinoplasty?

There are two issues related to your nose. From the non-cosmetic aspect an evaluation is warranted to asses the pain that your are experiencing. If something is diagnosed, appropriate treatment can be implemented to improve on your symptoms. From the cosmetic stand point, no one can tell you how much benefit you will get from a cosmetic rhinoplasty. The nose may appear better after surgery, but will this change your perspective about yourself-only you can decide that. Best of luck... more

Michel Siegel, MD
Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon

houstonfaces.com

Rhinoplasty is not for pain

Hi, First of all, a rhinoplasty will not fix pain. If anything your nose is going to be cut on and the bones broken and traumatized so you may feel some sensations after the surgery that you dont feel now. You need to see a good general ENT surgeon and have him examine your nose and pass a scope inside your nose and take a look to make sure nothing else is going on regarding the pain issue. As far as the appearance of your nose: A nice rhinoplasty can improve the... more

Shervin Naderi, MD
Washington DC Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty is not for everyone!

While a rhinoplasty can remove a bump or straighten a twisted nose. Surgery is not for everyone. You need to decide if the risks of surgery are less than your desire to have a certain change to your nose. As for the pain, get an exam to determine why you have chronic nose pain - pain in a 16 year old is not typical!