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Celebrity Nose Jobs: Better Than What I Can Get?

asked 4 years ago by anon
Latest answer by Jonathan Pontell, MD, FACS
Question viewed 30,487 times
Tags: celebrity, technique

Is a celebrity nose job going to be better because they're famous and can afford perfection?

49 answers to Celebrity Nose Jobs: Better Than What I Can Get?

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Everyone is a celebrity for Rhinoplasty

The celebrities that have seen the spot light have had good and bad nose work done. In my practice I give everyone the same focus and attention they deserve. We have all seen bad results and some really good ones. Sometimes it is simply a miscommunication between the patient and surgeon about what the goals are and how realistic the outcomes can be. Some doctors may give in to outrageous celebrity requests and not recognize the pressures and influence of their careers on decisions they... more
Ashkan Ghavami, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

www.Ghavamiplasticsurgery.com

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Celebrity Rhinoplasty

We all have access to the same surgeons as the celebrities. Remember , we've all seen less than desireable results in some celebrities. Pick your surgeon based on their experience, and results you've seen on their website and during consultation.  
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

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Rhinoplasty result shouldn't depend on celebrity status

That is a terrific question. It is true that a majority of movie and television personalities undergo cosmetic surgery at one time or another. There is a very good reason for this. Theirs is an industry that places the ultimate premium on the appearance of beauty and youth and, so, oftentimes a celebrity's 'marketability' or appropriateness for particular types of roles may depend on achieving or maintaining a certain look. Professional reasons aside, most celebrities are just like you and... more
Jason Litner, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
+5

Celebrity rhinoplasty

Celebrities are getting rhinoplasties (or nose jobs) that do not differ a tremendous amount from the types of rhinoplasties being done on everyday people like you and me. The only reason you are hearing about it is because the person getting it (Ashley Tisdale, Ashlee Simpson, Jennifer Aniston, Cameron Diaz, etc) are in the limelight and empirically have well known, beautiful faces. It is important to remember to do your research on your plastic surgeon or otolarygologist, and go to a doctor... more
Jennifer Walden, MD

Austin Plastic Surgeon
+4

Celebrity Rhinoplasty

Hi, Absolutely not...just look at Michael Jackdon's nose or Lil Kim's. This a common misconception about rhinoplasty. A plastic surgeons skill is NOT related to celebrity status. This only has to do with the amount of money the plastic surgeon devotes to Public Relations. Good public relations can get you on the best TV shows and in the best magazines. Its another form of advertising and has nothing to do with skill. The general public associates a celebrity plastic surgeon with the... more
Oleh Slupchynskyj, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.facechange.org

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Celebrities are people too!!

Celebrity rhinoplasty is a hot topic these days. The fans of these superstars are so used to the look of their idols that alterations can cause a lot of fan disappointment. The reality is that a rhinoplasty has no more chance of success on a celebrity's face than yours. They certainly can afford the expensive L.A. and Manhattan surgeons but that is no guarantee that their results will be perfect. Many of the so-called celebrity surgeons have great PR machines but really only average skill... more
Manish H. Shah, MD

Denver Plastic Surgeon
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Celebrity rhinoplasty results can be more dramatic than anticipated

Recently, Ashley Tisdale, another celebrity underwent rhinoplasty, reportedly for a deviated septum and emerged a few weeks later to an onslaught of media critics and blogs questioning why she had messed with the characteristic that some believe made her special. Reportedly some of her youngest fans could no longer recognize her. And it seems in Hollywood, where looks make or break careers, while almost everyone has had some plastic surgery, we are to believe that it is unheard of for an... more
Peyman Solieman, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
+4

Doc, you didn't operate on Michael Jackson; did you?

"Rhinoplasty is the most difficult of all facial cosmetic procedures" has been said by the greatest and most revered nasal surgeons (M.Eugene Tardy among them). Rhinoplastic surgeons should be artistic perfectionists for each patient that they have the privilege to operate upon. Even in the hands of the most popular, skilled, and "expensive" surgeons, results cannot be guaranteed. If you are "famous and could afford perfection" it doesn't follow that your nose... more
Michael A. Persky, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
+4

Celebrity nose jobs

We have been reviewing the celebrity pictures before and after their rhinoplasties in our clinic. While some seem to have had an excellent job, some are less than stellar. Money can't buy you class, and sometimes it cannot buy you a good nose job either! There are some fantastic rhinoplasty surgeons in Beverly Hills, and there are some fantastic rhinoplasty surgeons in other places. The most expensive surgeon is not necessarily the best one. As a patient, you should always do your homework,... more
Stella Desyatnikova, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Celebrity Rhinoplasties and the Surgeons that do them.

Great question. Let me break down the question further into some other related questions: Does a celebrity get a better rhinoplasty result becusae they are a celebrity? No. Does a celebrity get a better rhinoplasty result becuase they have more money to spend and can pay MORE to get a good result? No. Any ethical physican would not do a better or worse job becuase of the amount paid. However, there is no doubt that more experienced rhinoplasty... more
Philip Miller, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drphilipmiller.com

+2

Celebrity nose job

This celebrity appeal is achieving its intended goals.  The whole purpose of celebrity status is that they serve as marketing machines.  What is most important is your chosen physician.  When choosing one, a personal referral is your best referral.  After all, Mickey Rourke, Joan Rivers, Priscilla Presley, and the late Michael Jackson were all recipients of "celebrity plastic surgery."  Just like Proactive, the most marketed products are just... more
Jason R. Hess, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Reputation and Word of Mouth

Most celebrity clientele find a surgeon based on a referral pattern from fellow celebrity clientele or an agent who has worked successfully with a plastic surgeon. This is not  that different from  a patient finding a surgeon based on their work on a family member or friend.   Word of mouth is by far the most reliable method of finding a skilled surgeon in rhinoplasty.  A successful surgeon's ability to enhance beauty, creating attractiveness and proportion... more
Anil R. Shah, MD

Chicago Facial Plastic Surgeon
+2

Celebrities benefit from their image professionals

As you can tell from all the answers thus far, you get the same attention to detail that a celebrity might seem to get. Good physicians treat all their patients like they are the only one that matters. What I think set's apart patients perception of celebrity surgery results is the additional perks that celebrity commands. If time and money become secondary considerations, then we all could have professional make up artists, hair stylists, personal trainers, and image consultants. These... more
Kevin Robertson, MD

Madison Facial Plastic Surgeon
+2

Celebrity plastic surgery

There are examples of celebrities who have had wonderful plastic surgery. Most of the celebrities who have had subtle artistic work are never in the news because their results were subtle, their surgeries were never leaked to the press; they appear to continue to defy age. You will never hear those plastic surgeons' names because they quietly perform their work and respect patient confidentiality by not leaking details of their patients' surgeries to the press. Celebrities refer their... more
Brent Moelleken, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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The "Celebrity" is treated with the same respect and professionalism as is expected by any other pt

Dear Anon, I think I understand your question. You may be wondering if a "celebrity" patient may get special treatment that a surgeon would not typically afford to any other less well-known patient? As far as in my practice, and I think for most of my collegues, all of my patients are treated with the same degree, or level of care by both me and my staff. I feel very grateful to have been selected by my patients to be their surgeon- and thus do not distinguish depending on... more
S.Pasquale Maggi, MD

Austin Plastic Surgeon
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Celebrities get the same results from a rhinoplasty as...

Celebrities get the same results from a rhinoplasty as anyone else.  They do not receive special rhinoplasty techniques unavailable to the general population. 
William Portuese, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

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Celebrity Nose Jobs

There is no special procedure known as a celebrity nose job. Theoretically, celebrities can afford to go to an excellent surgeon, but typical people can go to excellent surgeons also. The most important thing is to go to a surgeon with excellent training and a lot of experience. I would insist to see many before and after rhinoplasty photos of a surgeon's experience.
Jonathan Pontell, MD, FACS

Philadelphia Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drpontell.com

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How bad celebrity surgery happens

We have all seen results of celebrity plastic surgery that are just way too much! How does this happen? 1. Occasionally, they do go to surgeons that aren't plastic surgeons or facial plastic surgeons for rhinoplasty. 2. They go to surgeons that are high profile but do not specialize in rhinoplasty 3. They demand from their surgeons a result that is too small or too sharp.
Pramit Malhotra, MD

Ann Arbor Plastic Surgeon
+1

Celebrity nasal surgery

The last time I looked critically at one of my "celebrity patients" and compared them to the rest of us for facial structure and proportion, there was no difference! We all want the same thing from our surgeries, and the surgical skills offered by good quality Plastic Surgeons are consistently good if competant surgeons are consulted. There is no substitute for experience in performing any type of surgery, and oftentimes celebrities will be... more
Francis (Frank) William Rieger, MD

Tampa Plastic Surgeon

www.riegercosmeticsurgery.com

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Celebrities have the same flesh and bone as anyone else

This is a complicated and interesting question. I don't think there is a simple answer but here are some observations to chew on: 1. More celebrities get nose jobs that non-celebrities--we tend to see more exposure about these famous noses and the good results are showcased. Without a doubt, bad results surely happen, but these folks are likely to get revisions to fix the problems. 2. Celebrities are in general already attractive people. ... more
David W. Kim, MD

Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon
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How To Get A Celebrity Nose Job

There is nothing special about a celebrity rhinoplasty other than the fact that they are famous and most people know about it. In fact, if you look at celebrities, some have good nose jobs and others have bad ones. Here are some tips on how to get your own good celebrity rhinoplasty. Find an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon. Look at a lot of before and after photos and ask to see side and front views. The hardest view to improve is the front, so beware if only... more
Adam Hamawy, MD

Westchester Plastic Surgeon
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Celebrity rhinoplasty

Celebrities are people, too. My office staff is constantly showing me pictures in US or People of celebrities engaged in "normal activities" like grocery shopping and, when caught by the paparazzi, they look nothing like their touched up images on the red carpet! Many of their staged photos involve stylists, outstanding makeup artists, etc. It is well recognized that what makes them so photogenic is facial symmetry. So, if you are impressed with the outcome of their cosmetic surgery,... more
Robert L. Kraft, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
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Perfection in rhinoplasty is not a matter of money

That's right. There is no amount of money anyone can spend to obtain a "perfect" rhinoplasty outcome, because: There is no way to predict outcome 100% of the time. Some revisions will be needed around 15% of the cases, therefore statistically there is no way to pay a certain amount of money and guaranteeing no revisions So many variables are at play that the outcome can be maximized by surgeon experience, but not associated with professional fees... more
Mario Diana, MD

San Antonio Plastic Surgeon

www.newdayplasticsurgery.com

+1

Celebrity Nose Jobs

Just because you are in the public as a celebrity and you have tons of money does not guarantee that you will be able to buy perfection for your nose job. Belive it or not celebrities have the same skin, bone and cartilage as you do. There are a lot of very skilled nose surgeons in the USA. Even if there was a way to determine "the best" nose surgeon,( you can't go by the fact a person claims to be "the best") and there is really no good... more
Jon Sattler, MD

Glendora Plastic Surgeon
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Celebrity Rhinoplasty

Remember, many celebrities have a talent that nets them great wealth but does not necessarily create good judgment. Far too often we see terribly overdone work on entertainers. A typical patient seeking Rhinoplasty who exercises basic common sense working with an ethical and skillful surgeon giving good advice will have very nice outcomes. And you will pay much less.
Harold J. Kaplan, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Celebrity Nose Jobs

Celebrities nose jobs are often in the news. The key element to success is looking natural. The surgeon needs to design and plan a rhinoplasty based upon your facial features not on a celebrity’s nose. One cannot have an Angelina Jolie or Brad Pitt nose if one has different facial features. It would not look good and would actually look unnatural in most cases. Unfortunately, many celebrity nose jobs and even those that are famous models do not have very good nose jobs and have... more
Rod J. Rohrich, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
+1

Celebrity Rhinoplasty

Any true board certified plastic surgeon treats all patients equally both in and out of the operating room. We pride ourselves on our results not necessarily our clients status. Best of luck...RAS
Ryan Stanton, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
+1

Celebrity Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)

Ethically speaking, perfection is not something that can only be "afforded". I believe a plastic surgeon should treat every rhinoplasty patient with the same diligence and drive for aesthetic beauty regardless of that patient’s income or social/celebrity status. In dealing with operating on celebrities on a regular basis, I can tell you that they are just as concerned as everyone else in getting the best possible results at the best possible price. Although you should... more
Gary Motykie, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty San Diego

NO WAY, you can have even better than celebrities, provided you do your research. Many fantastic surgeons are unassuming, very hard working, technically excellent, and humble. They don't promote themselves, but crank out incredible results daily. Celebrities gravitate toward "known" surgeons, many of whom seek celebrity status themselves. These surgeons are also often good, but not always, and not necessarily any better in any way than the guy down the street. Check before and after... more
Steve Laverson, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

feelbeautiful.com

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Do celebrities get better nose jobs?

An excellent question! And the answer is no they don't. There are many well qualified and experienced rhinoplasty surgeons around the country. The great majority of rhinoplasty patients can find a local surgeon who can help them realize their goals. There are occasions where a highly experienced surgeon specializing in rhinoplasty may be the best option but for most people, great results can be obtained locally.
Jeffrey E. Kyllo, MD

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
+1

Celebrity nose jobs

The techniques used on celebrities are the same techniques available for use on non-celebrities. Celebrity rhinoplasty is not necessarily better (you can see many examples of bad ones) because the patient is famous and spent a lot of money. The level of perfection obtained with a nose job is not a matter of price. The surgeons that are chosen by celebrities are usually ones who have built a reputation of consistently high quality work. You cannot do some rhinoplasties well and others... more
Anita Patel, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

www.anitapatelmd.com

+1

There is nothing special about "celebrity nose jobs".

I can think of one famous pop singer who had several "celebrity" nose jobs.  Didn't look so good to me.  Getting good results from a rhinoplasty means lots of pre-surgical research by the patient.  Check credentials, photos, interviews, etc. before making a choice.  Most plastic surgeons get predictably good results.  If you know a celebrity that had a result that was good, go ahead and give them a call and find out who there surgeon was. ... more
Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon
+1

Celebrity Nose Jobs

Celebrities are not immune to making the wrong choices when it comes to choosing a Plastic Surgeon. One would think they would have some kind of 'insider' advantage, and some may - but all one has to do is look at the amazing amount of sub-par work displayed by many celebrities to realize they do not always make good choices. Some of them had their surgery before they had money or connections. Others have surgery performed by 'society' surgeons who are well connected socially... more
Jon F. Harrell, DO

Miami Plastic Surgeon

www.westonsurgery.com

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Celebrity rhinoplasty

I am not particularly impressed with a lot of the cosmetic work that celebrities have had. I consider a lot of it overdone and extreme. I prefer a more subtle change that is clearly an improvement but not an alien transformation. The answer to your question is, "no".
Talmage J. Raine, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
+1

Celebrity Nose Jobs - Better Than What I can get?

Not necessarily. Appearance-wise, celebrities have an advantage over most of us, but it is not necessarily because of their plastic surgeon. Most of the time when seen in magazines, movies, TV or public appearances it is after they have had the help of professional hairdressers, make-up artists and photographers who use their talents to make the celebrity as attractive as possible. Think of what these professionals were able to do to Brad Pitt in the movie, Benjamin Buttons. It is what... more
Jack P. Gunter, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon

www.rhinoplasty-usa.com

+1

Rhinoplasties of the rich & famous!

While 'lifestyles of the rich & famous' can often be different than those most of us lead, cosmetic surgery does not vary according to one's celebrity status.  Patients are all incredibly special and deserve every ounce of care and expertise that plastic surgeons can muster.  Surgery on high profile individuals is actually MORE anxiety-provoking than surgery on low profile individuals, so in this regard many surgeons... more
Randolph Capone, MD

Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.baltimorefaces.com

+1

Celebrity Rhinoplasty

I find that celebrities tend to choose celebrity plastic surgeons, not necessarily the most skilled plastic surgeons. In fact, some of the best quality work is done by surgeons you have never heard of.  I bet if you asked 100 plastic surgeons around the nation who does the best noses, you would get the same 10 people probably in roughly the same order - probably none of whom you have ever heard their names.  Remember, celebrities are just like you an me except that they live... more
Jay Calvert, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
+1

Celebrity Nose Job Results

You only have to open the most recent tabloid or scan the television to see that a good number of celebrities have had poor outcomes from rhinoplasty surgery. Sure, you have to pay a certain amount of money to a reputable, experienced rhinoplasty surgeon for their skill and services. Average price for rhinoplasty in your particular region is even accessible here on this site. But just because a celebrity pays more money does not mean they enjoy superior outcomes. There are plenty of... more
John M. Hilinski, MD

San Diego Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drhilinski.com

+1

Rhinoplasty and celebrities

Who says that celebrities make the right choice. Having access to money does not necessarily mean that they get the best as we have all seen recently in the media. You should select a plastic surgeon based on his/ her work- as shown on their gallery.
Siamak Agha, MD, PhD

Orange County Plastic Surgeon
+1

Celebrity rhinoplasty

Just because someone has a lot of money to spend or fame, it does not necessarily mean that he or she will get the best medical care. That is espcially true of cosmetic surgery. I have seen some pretty awful looking rhinoplasties and facelifts on well know actors and actresses. If you do your homework and go to a surgeon who does a lot of rhinoplasty, you should expect as good a result as anyone else. Take a careful look at the variety of post op results posted on a surgeon's website. ... more
Stuart H. Bentkover, MD

Worcester Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Do celebrities have better nose surgeries?

Some do some don't. Its all a matter of who you have doing your surgery. It's very important that you do your home work, Find a Facial Plastic Surgeon or Plastic surgeon who specializes in nose surgery, Look at their before and after photos, interview a few surgeons and don't be shy about asking them questions. You should ask them to image you on a computer as well as show you pictures of people they imaged and what their ultimate results were (any one can do good imaging). After doing... more
Carlos Wolf, MD

Miami Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Celebrity nose jobs

Celebrities do not get better nose surgery that "ordinary" people. In fact, some actors and actresses have had horrible results. I could name several, such as poor Michael Jackson. Good plastic surgeons have all had their share of celebrities; but I have no doubt that they do their best during every operation, no matter who the patient is. Plastic surgeons who are very busy get referrals from satisfied patients who recommend their friends. Celebrities will often not admit that they... more
Howard T. Bellin, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
+1

Celebrities ususally choose their surgeons based on word of mouth

In general a celebrity will choose their surgeon based on word of mouth and that is a sure fire way to make sure that their surgeon is top notch. Certainly there are results of bad celebrity nose jobs; MJ for example, but that was in years past. Most of the celebrities here in Beverly Hills are very private and require after hours and weekend surgeries etc because the press is always looking to pry into their personal lives. You rarely hear about the celebs who get work done and most of... more
Jason B. Diamond, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Celebrity Nose Job is no different than yours!

Patients coming in for a rhinoplasty all have the same concerns -- is it going to look good, will I see a big difference, will my friends know (or not know) that I had something done, and what will I look like. Why would you think that celebrities are deserve or get any better a rhinoplasty than you. Just look at some of the rhinoplasties on movie stars. I certainly would not want my results to look like some of theirs. The surgery, whether open or closed is done the same way and the... more
Steven Schuster, MD

Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon

www.schusterplasticsurgery.com

+1

Celebrity rhinoplasty should be no different than any other person

My practice is in Beverly Hills. I often treat patients of many different backgrounds and careers. It does not matter whether a patient is a celebrity or not. The rhinoplasty will be performed with the same amount of attention to detail in all cases.
John Diaz, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
+1

Celebrity nasal surgery is no different than any ordinary citizen

The major difference between a celebrity undergoing a rhinoplasty and an ordinary person undergoing the same procedure is that most people who have a rhinoplasty are willing to admit that they have had one whereas most celebrities are reluctant to do so unless confronted or the evidence is obvious. The success rate for rhinoplasty is 85 to 90%, that is, not requiring some sort of minor revision. Even celebrity noses have about the same rate of revision as the general population. No one... more
Scott Trimas, MD

Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

All patients are the same

I treat every patient the same. The reason we make decisions in medicine is that we choose the path that will give the best outcome with the least risk. Thinking that someone will get a better treatment because they are a "VIP" is not valid. More likely than not, if a doctor modifies their regime to accommodate a VIP, they are probably compromising their usual good techniques. (A simple example would be a celebrity who doesn't want to wear the nasal splint for 5 days - maybe... more
Michael A. Bogdan, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
+1

Every patient is a celebrity

As far as plastic surgery is concerned every individual is a celebrity. A good surgeon who is passionate about his work and his patients will consider that at the time the surgery is being performed that patient, either rich, poor, famous or anonymous becomes the most important person in the world. No special techniques or special "gold sutures" are available only to be used for special people. We are driven to deliver the ultimate best outcome for the needs of our patients... more
Arturo Guiloff, MD

Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon
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I supose I treat everyone as a celebrity, but really I...

I supose I treat everyone as a celebrity, but really I treat them as if I am treating my own family member.  I want them to have a great result, a great experience, and I want them to feel that all their questions and concerns were addressed during every stage of the experience. 
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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