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Rhinoplasty Before and After

asked 2 years ago by Jen G
Latest answer by Michael R. Macdonald, MD
Question viewed 8,875 times
Tags: nose, photos

I've been looking at before and after pictures of nose jobs, and everyone's nose seems so different, I don't know how to tell if I'm looking at something that would work for me. What should I look for in rhinoplasty pictures? Is only the side view important or should I see multiple angles? And are photos a good tool to pick the best rhinoplasty surgeon for me and my nose?

19 answers to Rhinoplasty Before and After

Rhinoplasty befores/afters are a good starting point in evaluation.

You should see multiple different views at least 1 year after surgery. Having done noses for more than 30 years, we have patients meet with other nose patients in the office the same day. You should like the surgeon's noses since that is what you will be getting.

Toby Mayer, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

Do rhinoplasty before & after photos say anything about the rhinoplasty surgeon?

Before & after rhinoplasty photos are good way to EXCLUDE a surgeon, but may not help in picking one. Some things that should warn you off a surgeon: 1. Do the noses look natural or done? Obviously if a surgeon is showing his results on his website for everyone to see, he must be proud of them. Use this information to your advantage. You will get a very good idea of what the surgeon feels looks good by looking at his photos. If you don't think that his... more

Minas Constantinides, MD
Manhattan Facial Plastic Surgeon

Before and After Pictures of Rhinoplasty

Hi Jen; It is important to look at the before and after picture closely and carefully. By doing so, you can determine if you like the aesthetic or cosmetic improvement that was achieved by that specific surgeon. You want to make sure that you feel very comfortable with their aesthetic taste. Rhinoplasty is an art because the best result is one that looks "UN-operated" and "Natural appearing". Before and after pictures are a good way to exclude a... more

Ali Sajjadian, MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

www.DrSajjadian.com

Rhinoplasty example pictures are not the best way to select your surgeon

I jump on as your seventh physician answer, and would start by agreeing with your prior posts. Pictures are one way to diffeerentiate physicians, but in my opinion, one of the weakest. Docs will share only those best scenarios, or the ones with the biggest impact on overall balance. So it is not as likely that they are results that begin with the same original anatomy that you have. Imaging, using morphing software, to me is better dialogue when discussing what is possible given your nose.... more

Kevin Robertson, MD
Madison Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty photos are only one factor in your decision

Choosing the right surgeon for any procedure is always a difficult task. Fortunately, you are looking for changes to your nose and you can compare the work of one surgeon to another with objective data, their before and after rhinoplasty photos. If there are few photos and certainly if there are bad photos, I might search for another surgeon. However, most surgeon will post good outcomes, so that only decreases your decision on who is the best surgeon for you by only a little. I would... more

Philip S. Schoenfeld, MD
Chevy Chase Facial Plastic Surgeon

Nasal surgery is very personal.

Nasal surgery is very personal. It’s important to communicate your goals and desires clearly and effectively with your surgeon. While some surgeons use computer imaging to achieve this goal, and computer imaging is certainly helpful for communication, I believe that viewing a series of before and after photos gives you a more realistic understanding of what can be accomplished and how closely your goals can be met. I find it very valuable to talk around before and after photos of... more

Michael R. Macdonald, MD
Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drmmacdonald.com

Rhinoplasty before and after pictures

What you should be looking for in rhinoplasty before and after pictures is not noses that look like yours but differences in the pictures that you find attractive and pleasing. You are looking for a surgeon that addresses each nose as an aesthetic body image change that is unique to that individual. Best, Tal Raine MD

Talmage J. Raine, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty photos and choosing your surgeon

I'm sure you have seen some "bad nose jobs" whether in person or on some minor celebrity. On the other hand some beautiful noses on the patients you've met or seen on some other celebrities might not have been natural, they were created by a talented rhinoplasty surgeon. Use the same judgment when reviewing a surgeons before and after photos. Examine the "after" photo on it's own, see if it is a beautiful natural look, then take a look at... more

Boris M. Ackerman, MD
Newport Beach Plastic Surgeon

www.doctorackerman.com

Before and after photos are very important for picking a surgeon

I think before and after photos of rhinoplasty results are the best way to screen for a surgeon. If you like what is on the website, you are at least in the right ballpark for finding a surgeon. If you do not like their before and afters, keep looking!

Jay Calvert, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Computer imaging critical for your rhinoplasty consult

Rhinoplasty photos are typically taken front on, at 45 degrees and on profile. Looking at a surgeon's before and after photos can give you a sense for their aesthetic sense. You are right, everyone's nose is different and changes that have been made for another person may not be for you. I suggest that you have a consultation with a reputable Rhinoplasty surgeon and have computer imaging performed at your consultation. This will allow you to give the surgeon input on how you want... more

Thomas Buonassisi, MD
Vancouver Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.8west.ca

Before and after photos to review surgeons work

With regards to rhinoplasty, it is important to find a surgeon who has performed thousands of nose surgeries. Before-and-after pictures are good way to review a surgeon’s work. Since the nose is a three-dimensional structure be sure to look at all of the views of a patient. The surgeon should be board-certified in ear, nose, and throat surgery and facial plastic surgery. Computer imaging and clear communication with the surgeon and the staff is very important. Ask if a... more

William Portuese, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

Rhinoplasty pictures can help you choose a Rhinoplasty Surgeon

It is Important to see many examples of a plastic surgeons work from many angles so that you can see the breath of his or her work, and that he can treat a nose that looks like yours. All doctors should use digital morphing can help you come to common goal of what you want your nose to look like. There are many other ways to help you choose your doctors, credential, speaking to patients, but go with your gut, it usually will not fail you.

Andrew Jacono, MD
New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty Photos

You are correct -- all noses are different. You will not find pictures of a nose exactly like yours. However over the last 35 years, patients continue to tell me the photos help. Meet with prospective surgeon, see multiple views of multiple patients, and then decide if their aesthetic tastes are compatible with yours.

Richard W. Fleming, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Be Certain You Are Comparing Apples to Apples when Viewing Rhinoplasty Pre/Post Op Photos

Before & after photos should be helpful to you when choosing your surgeon. It is true that surgeons usually show their best results, but if there are a large number of good results shown, it usually means the surgeon does a lot of rhinoplasties and gets a number of good results. However, there are several other things you should look for to make certain the surgeon is showing you a true representation of his work. The way the photos are presented give you some idea of the way the surgeon... more

Jack P. Gunter, MD
Dallas Plastic Surgeon

www.rhinoplasty-usa.com

Rhinoplasty choices

I think you really answered your own question in a way. Every nose is different and therefore it would be difficult to show you an exact representative case that represents what you need. Look for an accomplished rhinoplasty surgeon.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Choosing a good rhinoplasty surgeon

Although it is a nice way to get an initial feel for a particular surgeons work, looking at the before and after pictures is only one aspect of finding the right fit and expertise. The next step is to meet with the surgeon, make sure you feel comfortable with their approach and bedside manner. Have the doctor use imaging to discuss possible outcomes. Not all noses will look aesthetically pleasing on all faces. Also sometime it is not the nose that is out of proportion. Maybe a chin implant... more

Lee Robinson, MD
Portland Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drleerobinson.com

Rhinoplasty before and after photos

Picking or choosing the "right" cosmetic surgeon is a very personal journey. Of course seeing photos and even live patients help. But you are the final decision maker. Feel at ease with the surgeon, you must be confident the surgeon can preform your surgery. Best of luck. Regards from Miami

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty before and after photos plus consultation

Before and after photos are a good way to get acquainted with the surgeons work. What you also might want to consider is having computer imaging done to get an idea of what your nose will look like after the surgery. You have to have a degree of comfort with your surgeon, the only way to know that is to meet with a surgeon in person. You can also talk to other patients who have had rhinoplasty with that surgeon. So there are other factors besides before and after photos, but that is a good... more

Oleh Slupchynskyj, MD
New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.facechange.org

Rhinoplasty (nose job) before and after photographs

Do you have 5 or 6 years? Looking at photos is only one important aspect of evaluatiing a surgeon and his/her skills.Sometimes a realtively complex/dramatic nose can be a relatively simple operation (i.e., big hump) whereas as relatively simple nose can be incredibly complex to repair (i.e., secondary rhinoplasty). Knowing the difference from photographs alone is not that easy and it tells only a small part of the whole problem. The patient's history and physical examination is very... more