How do I find the best rhinoplasty surgeon?

 Finding an expert rhinoplasty surgeon is an essential first step when planning to have this operation.  The reason for this is simply that rhinoplasty is among the most complex and challenging operations in plastic surgery and the skills, training, and artistic aptitude needs to be at a very high... more

This question can be equally applied to any other surgical procedure, and although there is no definitive answer, there are a few guide lines that can help you find a good surgeon. 1. Training: This is the easiest fact to check. Ensure that the surgeon was trained at a reputable program. Subspecilaty training... more

Specialization in rhinoplasty surgery, more than perhaps any other facial plastic surgery procedure, is essential for achieving consistent aesthetic results. These are one of the most challenging procedures, and therefore the patient should choose a surgeon who specializes in this. I always advise my patients... more

There are multiple factors when choosing the best rhinoplasty surgeon. It is important to distinguish qualification from expertise. Finding a qualified surgeon means that the surgeon is able to perform the procedure. Finding the best or expert rhinoplasty surgeon means that the surgeon performs the procedure... more

To increase your chances of having a good outcome after rhinoplasty these are some of the things to look for in a surgeon: Performs a large number of rhinoplasty procedures per year (ideally over 100) Has good before and after results Can show you a simulation of what he/she plans to do for your nose Has been... more

 Look for someone who has done thousands of rhinoplasty surgeries and has many years of experience.  Facial plastic surgeons with an original background in ear, nose, and throat surgery tend to do many rhinoplasty surgeries and revision rhinoplasty surgeries.    The prospective surgeon... more

Choosing the right surgeon is the most important decision you can make when considering rhinoplasty (nose job surgery). Because rhinoplasty is generally considered the most difficult procedure in cosmetic surgery , finding the best rhinoplasty surgeon is essential for obtaining the best rhinoplasty results.... more

Rhinoplasty is considered by almost all plastic surgeons as the most difficult operation that they do. Performing a rhinoplasty operation requires knowing what a nose should look like and how it functions. In my opinion, producing a nose that looks great but you can't breath through is a failed operation.... more

Your best choice for a rhinoplasty surgeon should be someone who routinely addresses both breathing and cosmetic issues, is experienced with both open and closed surgical approaches, and is able to show you many of his or her before and after surgery photos of different noses. This surgeon should be able to... more

Rhinoplasty surgery requires the unique set of talents: •An understanding of aesthetics and beauty •Understanding the complex three dimensional anatomy of the nose (both inside and out) •Technical skill •Understanding of nasal physiology •Experience, experience, experience (and finally, in my... more