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Is It Worth It to Get a Subtle Rhinoplasty?

asked 2 years ago by GirlfromNYC in queens, ny
Latest answer by William Portuese, MD
Question viewed 1,379 times
Tags: nose, bump

I wanted to have a rhinoplasty in a few months and I wasn't planning on telling anyone because I know no one would support me getting a nose job. So I thought I would get a subtle surgery; but everyone says if I'm going under the knife I should go all out.

I'm not sure what to do. I really want to change the appearance of my nose but I don't want my parents to know. My nose is pretty wide and there's a bump in it that can be seen in the picture.

15 answers to Is It Worth It to Get a Subtle Rhinoplasty?

Is Subtle Rhinoplasty Worth It in Girl Who Wants Change Without Parents Noticing?

Hi Rachel, Most importantly you need to decide what bothers you about your nose, and what you would be happily satisfied with as an end result. From what you describe, it seems that the features of your nose that bother you are much more than a subtle rhinoplasty could correct. On the other hand, just because you are having a rhinoplasty doesn't mean that you should "go all out". What you really need to do is discuss your feelings about your nose with your parents. In this... more

Michael A. Persky, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Subtle Rhinoplasty

Dear Rachel I assume you are referring to less is more. In rhinoplasty there is a very fine line between good, excellent, and disaster. Why not discuss with the plastic surgeons you are seeing what you are trying to achieve with your rhinoplasty. Sometimes this means using computer imaging to show you what you are asking for. Many times a subtle change in the tip bump and width will make for a fantastic result and leave people wondering why you look so good. Communication with your plastic... more

Steven Schuster, MD
Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon

www.schusterplasticsurgery.com

Subtle rhinoplasty

My approach after 37 yrs. is that a rhinoplasty should always be subtle, sort of like wearing good perfume-" is she wearing it or is isn't she?" The aim is to enhance the balence ,equilibrium and harmony of your face without changing your ethnicity. This is something you do for yourself, BUT doing this without your parents on board can make for problems. You know what they say "you can't fool mother". If you want to speak further you can go to my web site.... more

Barry H. Dolich, MD
Bronx Plastic Surgeon

Subtle rhinoplasty may not be right for you

It is probably not a good idea to get a subtle rhinoplasty since the cost is approximately $6,000, and it is not worth going through that if you are not happy or change your mind. If you really want to have a nose job done, do it right, completely the first time, as the rhinoplasty operation is a very difficult operation to perform and it is not a good idea to have it done just for subtle reasons.

William Portuese, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

Deciding what you want your nose to look like is the most important first step

Figuring out what you want your nose to look like can be done with special computer programs that can morph the pictures of your nose. Once you come up with an agreement on what that goal is for the appearance then the surgeon and you will determine how to achieve that. Depending on what you decide the end result could be subtle or could be a bigger and more noticeable change. But ultimately you should set these aesthetic goals based on your desires of what you want your nose to look like... more

Philip Young, MD
Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon

If you are having Rhinoplasty, trust your surgeon to do proper surgery

It is not wise to consider surgical Rhinoplasty unless you are willing to have the proper procedure done to achieve the result that you want. A 'subtle' rhinoplasty will dissapoint you and is not worth doing. If you really really bothered by the appearance of your nose, your parents should understand. Most people DO NOT notice Rhinoplasty results. I tell my patients to change the way they wear their hair after surgery and most people notice the hair style change and do not notice the... more

Brooke R. Seckel, MD
Boston Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is a personal choice, but I do not think that you should go behind your parents back, even if you are of age, and have surgery.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty without my parents knowing

I am assuming you are 18 or older. If you have a rhinoplasty, no matter how subtle there is always a possibility of bruising that might be noticeable even 2 weeks after surgery. This means you might not be able to hide it from your parents. So, you might as well get the exact rhinoplasty that you desire. The most important question here is of parental approval. If you value their approval and are not willing to share it with them, then you risk more disapproval and criticism after surgery... more

Tanveer Janjua, MD
Bedminster Facial Plastic Surgeon

Subtle rhinoplasty.

Hi! I teach that a very small change in the nose can make a big improvement in the face. So I would recommend a "subtle" rhinoplasty. You only need subtle changes, anyway.

George J. Beraka, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Subtle rhinoplasty

You are seeking a subtle result. This is a common request with patients seeking rhinoplasty. There are two main motivations. First, this person may only need subtle changes. Yet, small changes can dramatically help both a cosmetic result as well as self esteem. Alternatively, a patient may feel that by asking for "less" they will not look "fixed." With modern rhinoplasty techniques, noses should not look fixed. Seek out a rhinoplasty specialist who can discuss your goals... more

Steven J. Pearlman, MD
New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

Subtle rhinoplasty

First, I highly recommend that you discuss surgery with people who are important in your life. However, a decision for surgery can only be made between you and your surgeon. The decision process involves the following: You are bothered by your appearance and want to improve it, you have a consultation with a surgeon that you trust and like, your goals and expectations of the surgery can be met, and scheduling a time in your life that the surgery best suits you. If all of these factors are... more

Jason D. Meier, MD
Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty for Making Subtle Changes

Rhinoplasty can have either a dramatic effect or a subtle effect on the appearance of the nose depending on what techniques are used and depending on the patient's preference. The best way for patient to gain a better understanding of how their nose might look is to visit with a surgeon who uses computer imaging to set the goals for surgery. Recently, 3D rhinoplasty imaging has become available which allows patients to compare their preop picture with a simulated postop picture and look at... more

C. Spencer Cochran, MD
Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.rhinoplasty-usa.com

This is for you.

You need to want the surgery for yourself -- it sounds like you need to mature a bit before undergoing a rhinoplasty. What if you have black and blue - or a problem post op - you need to have your family's support. Grow up a bit before you get into doing this.

William B. Rosenblatt, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty

You really need to do what makes you happy. Getting other people's opinion is important but it is your body and you have to look at yourself in the mirror every day. So, if you want a subtle change, then go for it. Good luck with your procedure.