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How Long from Consult to Surgery for a Rhinoplasty?

asked 6 months ago by jrdekker in 48309
Latest answer by Paul S. Nassif, MD
Question viewed 482 times
Tags: consultation, timing

I have been considering a rhinoplasty for the past ten years, and finally have the means (and the bravery!) to go for it. As such, I'm ready to do it as soon as possible. How long does it typically take between the initial consult and the surgery? I'm in the process of scheduling consults with docs the second week of December, but would really love to have my surgery before Christmas so that I'll have the holidays to recover. Too rushed?

17 answers to How Long from Consult to Surgery for a Rhinoplasty?

Scheduling Rhinoplasty after Consultation

There is nothing wrong with scheduling surgery a short time after your consultation as long as you are comfortable with your surgeon. It is beneficial for some patients to get a second opinion before making a decision. The timing of surgery will depend on your surgeon's schedule; in other words, how far in advance is he/she scheduling surgery. If a patient has a particular time in mind, it is best to consult as soon as possible.

Richard W. Fleming, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

Scheduling Your Rhinoplasty Surgery

Hello, Timing really depends on the surgeon's availability, and when one is ready to have the procedure. It will be necessary to have a pre-op appointment prior to surgery and full physical exam by your physician to confirm you are in optimal condition to have surgery performed. Depending on the patient's circumstances and availability, the pre-op appointment can sometimes be combined with the initial in-office consultation. When this is the case, there is usually prior... more

Paul S. Nassif, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

How long from consult can rhinoplasty be done

The decision whether or not to have surgery should never be rushed. Make sure you are comfortable with your surgeon and that she/he has performed thousands of rhinoplasty procedures similar to yours. Many busy surgeons tend to be booked up during the holiday season since many patients are off from work and school at that time of the year. It is critically important to find the right surgeon to perform your surgery rather than worry about when you are having it done. more

William Portuese, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

Surgery Time

Great question! You can book the surgery the day of your consultation, but the actual surgery date will have be determined by the Patient Care Coordinator and the availability of the surgeons schedule. Our office requires two weeks between the consultation and surgery date, as this gives ample time for prep (both for the patient and surgeon). Best of luck to you!

Philip Young, MD
Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhino Process

The timing is a matter of availability between you and your surgeon. If you are available and he has a time slot you could do the surgery the next day after the consultation. If you have put good thought into this and you have researched and are confident with your surgeon there is no need for a "waiting period".

Richard Galitz, MD
Miami Facial Plastic Surgeon

If you have waited 10 years to do your rhinoplasty, do not rush and make a poor decision.

Hello jrdekker; I appreciate that, sometimes, people decide after waiting a long time that it is time for action. While it is possible to go to the operating room within a week of having the consultation, remember that time is needed to have your physical examination and laboratory tests, so that you are, indeed, found fit for surgery. Most likely, you are, but you never want to take any chances - never be part of a shortcut. Your health and safety are #1. If you... more

Robert Kotler, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty Scheduling

Be sure you find a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon that you are comfortable with and have seen many before and after pictures of his/her patients. Many surgeons offer computer imaging so you can see what results you can expect.December is usually the busiest month for most surgeons as patients want to take advantage of their holiday break. However things happen and openings can occur and patients that are ready can slip into these openings. When you schedule your consultation you might... more

Miguel Delgado, Jr., MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

www.dr-delgado.com

Do Your Homework

The span from Consultation to Surgery in a mature plastic surgery practice is commonly 1-2 months given the number of surgeries already scheduled. But if you've done your homework and really get to know the surgeon and ask all your questions with satisfactory answers, the surgical staff can often get you squeezed in without too much difficulty! I typically like to meet with my cosmetic patients twice before they book, and a third time about 1-2 weeks prior to the case to take care of any... more

Randolph Capone, MD
Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.baltimorefaces.com

After your initial Rhinoplasty consultation, you should take some time to be sure you're making the best decision for you.

I read your concerns: I think it works to your benefit not to rush into your proposed nose job surgery. Here's a few tips: Before going on consultations, research your surgeons. In the year 2011, nearly all reputable rhinoplasty surgeons have web sites with photos, and credentials for your perusal. See several rhinoplasty specialists for several opinions: scrutinize their work, and ask to speak with their patients. Then you have to figure out which physician would be most... more

Eric M. Joseph, MD
West Orange Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.ericmjoseph.com

Rhinoplasty surgery scheduling

The process of scheduling surgery always has to start with an evaluation by a Plastic Surgeon to determine your suitability for having surgery- do you have a realistic expectation, can the results you may want be obtained, does the surgeon feel that he or she can produce the desired results, etc. The next step would be for you to schedule an appointment as soon as you can get one with a qualified and reputable Plastic Surgeon. Thereafter the scheduling process... more

Francis (Frank) William Rieger, MD
Tampa Plastic Surgeon

www.riegercosmeticsurgery.com

Timing for rhinoplasty after consult

This is going to depend on how comfortable you are with the doctor and his/her december availability. I typically like to see patients at least twice to review goals and photos before I allow the patient to schedule. My christmas/school break times are typically booked well in advance by patients who have been seen the summer or fall before so availability is limited. If you are not comfortable with your consult or plan to see several doctors you are going to be very rushed and pressured... more

Michael L. Schwartz, MD
West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

www.palmbeachface.com

Timing from Consult to Rhinoplasty

This depends on your surgeons availability. December can be difficult as many patients are trying to get their surgery done before the end of the year. Discuss this with your surgeon but don't be rushed into things. You may want to get more than 1 opinion on this.

Karol A. Gutowski, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

How Long from Consult to Surgery for a Rhinoplasty?

I have performed Rhinoplasty for over 20 years and the time line will be up to you and the Rhinoplasty Surgeon you select. You'll have a few consultations and once you've selected your Rhinoplasty Surgeon and have decided to move forward, you'll have to find a surgical date that fits both of your schedules. We have a large number of out of town and country patients who book their surgery months in advance. In additioin, we have always had our own... more

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

Scheduling surgery for X-mas

Good luck. Most doctors are very busy during the December month. Having a consult in mid-December will make it very difficult to impossible for most surgeons to get you on the schedule within a few weeks.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Scheduling

Depends on the doctor and how busy they are. They may be all booked up the month of December. Each doctor is different and has their own way of dealing with when to do surgery.

William B. Rosenblatt, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty surgery quickly after consult

It sounds like you have been thinking about your surgery for a long time therefore there is nothing wrong with having the surgery quick after your consult so long as you are comfortable with your surgeon and he/she has the opening to do it. In general, though, for those who just suddenly thought of the procedure (any elective procedure) it is better always to allow a little time for things to settle down, allow time to think things... more

Andrew Pichler, MD
Sacramento Facial Plastic Surgeon

facedr.com

Rhinoplasty Timing

Generally December is the busiest time of the year for plastic surgery, as most people are able to take time off from work. Usually you can book the surgery the day of your consult, but the actual surgery date will depend on the surgeon's (and operating room's) schedule.