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How to Find Someone Who Specializes in Rhinoplasty

asked 1 year ago by Meg23 in Franklin, TN
Latest answer by Pramit Malhotra, MD
Question viewed 252 times
Tags: doctor referral, specialist

Many have said if your wanting to have rhinoplasty its best to look for someone who specializes in it ... My problem is actually FINDING someone. Ive looked through tons of doctors already and finding someone who specializes in rhinoplasty is like finding a needle in a hay stack as they say! Any recommendations on a specific doctor(s) or ways to find someone would really be appreciated!

13 answers to How to Find Someone Who Specializes in Rhinoplasty

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Finding a rhinoplasty expert

Unfortunately, this is not as easy as it should be. Many websites suggest expertise in everything which is not possible. I would look for websites that have more content devoted to nasal surgery as a starting point. I would look for a minimum of at least 5 pictures of rhinoplasty on their website. I would seek surgeons that have combined training in ear, nose, and throat with either plastic surgery or facial plastic surgery training.
Pramit Malhotra, MD

Ann Arbor Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty surgeon.

Do your research. First check the ABFPRS and ASPS sites for surgeons who are well qualified, certified and trained. Then look for those with an interest in the procedure and steady volume. At your consult see as many photos of previous patients before and after that you can to get a sense of the doctor's aesthetic and see if it matches what you are looking for. You have to "connect" to feel comfortable about this operation.
Michael L. Schwartz, MD

West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

www.palmbeachface.com

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Rhinoplasty specialist for you

I have performed Rhinoplasty for over 20 years and I do understand and appreciate your dilema. Use the internet and search websites of plastic and cosmetic surgeons to see what they (the surgeons not a marketing firm) write about Rhinoplasty and the aesthetics of what a Rhinoplasty should achieve. Then pay for a few consultations with these surgeons and listen to what they tell you will make your nose more attractive. Don't be surprised at the different opinions... more
Francis R. Palmer, III, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty experienced surgeon

This is an excellent question. The patient word of mouth is a valuable source. Did they have a good experience as well as a result that they were pleased with. The Plastic and Reconstructive Society will have a list of surgeons that specialize in rhinoplasty, as well as their rating. The surgeons pre and post operative photos will let you know of their aesthetic eye. Also some Dr.s offer imaging showing the patient the changes they feel can be accomplished... more
Rodger Wade Pielet, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty Specialist

Finding a good doctor in any specialty field is difficult. Ask the doctor for their credentials. Ask to see before and after pictures of thier rhinoplasty patients (do they have one or two, or hundreds?). Ask to speak with former patients about their experience with the procedure and the doctor. These questions, and answers, will give you a good indication of what to expect from each doctor.
Elliot M. Heller, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon
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How to find a rhinoplasty specialist

Training and experience matter. Despite specialty affiliations, only a few physicians truly dedicate themselves to rhinoplasty surgery. One of the biggest challenges is to find a facial plastic / plastic surgeon who understands and preserves the airway function during rhinoplasty surgery. Nasal obstruction after rhinoplasty surgery can be a crippling complication. Definitely speak to several surgeons before making your decision. Good luck, Grigoriy Mashkevich, MD more
Grigoriy Mashkevich, MD

Manhattan Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Look at The Rhinoplasty Society site

Another resource is the web site of The Rhinoplasty Society, a group of plastic, facial plastic, and otolaryngologic surgeons dedicated to the operation. Society members must perform a certain volume of cases and educate each other. Many of the teachers are members. Just another place to look. Also, check web sites for results that you like. Make sure that you like and trust the surgeon. Good luck.
Mark B. Constantian, MD

Nashua Plastic Surgeon

drconstantian.com

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Finding a Rhinoplasty specialist.

I have been doing rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty for 35 years. However, I tell my consultation patients if you like the noses of a different experienced rhinoplasty surgeon go to him! You will have his idea of what a good nose looks like and the two of you should like the same kind of nose. My patients like natural noses while some go to a friend who makes a more turned up nose.
Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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How to Find Someone Who Specializes in Rhinoplasty

Look at many before and after photos of the doctor on his website of office. If 80% of these are what you like then your chances of getting a good result is 80%. Of course board certification is important, but diplomas do not tranlate into excellent outcome.
Mohsen Tavoussi, MD, DO

Huntington Beach Facial Plastic Surgeon
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How to Find Someone Who Specializes in Rhinoplasty

If you want an eperienced plastic surgeon call the American Society of Plasic Surgeons or the American Academy of facial reconstructive surgery ( E.N.T. doctors) and ask for the ones in your area who specialize in rhinoplasty.
Erel Laufer, M.D.

Tampa Plastic Surgeon
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Finding the right Rhinoplasty Specialist

It is very difficult to find someone who is a rhinoplasty specialist. Making matters even harder is that anyone can call themself a rhinoplasty specialist when in fact this may be far from the truth. A good starting point is finding a board certified facial plastic surgeon or plastic surgeon. The American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery website and the American Board of Plastic Surgery website would show you these surgeons by region. Just because they're board... more
Thomas A Lamperti, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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How to Find Someone Who Specializes in Rhinoplasty

Great question. If you live in a small town there may not be someone specializing in rhinoplasty, so you may have to travel to a bigger city. You can search through Google for rhinoplasty specialist on that particular city. Look at the Dr's websites and get a fell for the type of procedures they offer. Do they offer mainly facial surgery, full body plastics, both??? Usually rhinoplasty specialist will concentrate only on the face, and the sense that you get from their website is... more
Michel Siegel, MD

Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon

houstonfaces.com

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Pick a rhinoplasty surgeon

This a very difficult but, important question. There are three important points Experience,Experience and Experience. Start by contacting The American Acadamy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Ask people who have had the procedure. Interview the doctor and ask for pictures. In general doctors trained in ent are the most likely candidates
David A. Bray, Sr., MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

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