How can I check the ability of a Rhinoplasty surgeon?

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A: Before & After Photos Can Tell You Alot About the Surgeon's Ability

By C. Spencer Cochran, MD - Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon

There are several things that patients need to consider when choosing their rhinoplasty surgeon. These include: View the Surgeons Rhinoplasty Before & After Results: Most rhinoplasty surgeons maintain a portfolio of examples of their results that compare before and after photos, and many qualified... more

A: Consider rhinopalsty closer to home

By Stella Desyatnikova, MD - Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

That is absolutely a reason to bounce back. If the surgeon cannot show you any before and after photos, it is a huge red flag. Surgeons in other countries are not regulated as strictly as in the United States and United Kingdom. In fact, some of them might even show you somebody else's surgical results... more

A: Before and after photos

By William Portuese, MD - Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

The best way to check the ability of a rhinoplasty surgeon is to look at many of their before-and-after results. Look for a rhinoplasty surgeon who is performing 200 to 300 rhinoplasties per year and has been doing it for many, many years. Carefully study all of the surgeons’ before-and-after results... more

A: You should be concerned!

By Toby G. Mayer, MD - Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

The only way you have of telling how good the surgeon is is by looking at his before and 1 year after photos--everything else is marketing. Seek an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon with before and after photos or real patients to evaluate his work!

A: You should see some results before you decide

By Jason Litner, MD - Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Hello Benduca, Rhinoplasty is a very difficult operation and requires extensive training and experience along with a good aesthetic sense. Not only does your surgeon need to be competent, but you need to like his aesthetic and agree on what the plan is for your nose. I would suggest you make sure that you... more

A: Seek other consultations

By S. Randolph Waldman, MD - Lexington Facial Plastic Surgeon

Any reputable surgeon has absolutely no problem getting patients back for follow-up pictures. We have literally hundreds of pre- and post-op pictures of our rhinoplasty patients. In fact our website www.waldmanplasticsurgery.com provides many examples of results on patients who have given us permission to... more

A: Take Care of Your Face

By Richard W. Westreich, MD - Manhattan Facial Plastic Surgeon

While many capable and competent surgeons around the world provide patients with excellent results, you should be very careful about receiving care in another country. Unless you have the means to travel back and forth in the event of a problem, you may be left with difficulty in receiving... more

A: Proceed with Rhinoplasty with caution

By Dean Fardo, MD - Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty surgery is a procedure where experience really matters. An experienced surgeon should be able to show you literally dozens of before/after pictures to give you an idea of what is realistic. Although there are some excellent surgeons in all countries, I would question why you are not looking in your... more