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Are There Surgeons Who Specialize in African American Rhinoplasty?

Are there surgeons who specialize in African American rhinoplasty? If so, how do I verify that they have a lot of experience with doing nose surgery on African Americans, or is it rude to ask?

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African-American and Ethnic Rhinoplasty

Ethnic rhinoplasty as a whole is a very sub-specialized aspect of plastic surgery and rhinoplasty. While most patients seeking rhinoplasty are of ethnicities that require nasal modification to balance out their face, only surgeons that are "ethnically-sensitive" to specific ethnic traits and anatomy can produce good results without "erasing or distorting" your ethnicity. All races and ancestries have a certain beauty and proportion that is suited for their face and body.... more

Specialist in African-American Rhinoplasty

The question is relevant because the African-American nose requires special techniques and expertise. Ask your surgeon frankly about his/her experience with African-American rhinoplasty and ask to see before- and after- photos.

Many surgeons specialize in African American Rhinoplasty

The great news for patients today is that there are many excellent surgeons throughout North American excellent training and with extensive experience in rhinoplasty in patients of African origin. It is best to ask the surgeon this directly and also ask to see the results.

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Choose the right African American and Ethnic Rhinoplasty

Choosing the right surgeon is the most important decision you can make when considering rhinoplasty. It is important to find a surgeon who not only specializes in rhinoplasty but also one who has experience performing rhinoplasty in patients of various ethnicities. Most recognized aesthetic proportions for rhinoplasty are derived from the Caucasian nose, and pre-operative analysis and planning become complex when applying these aesthetic “ideals” to patients of another ethnicity.... more

Surgeons who specialize in ethnic rhinoplasty

There are surgeons who specialize in rhinoplasty, which usually includes ethnic rhinoplasty. It is very important to choose a surgeon who you are comfortable with and has experience working with patients of different ethnicities since each ethnic group has unique anatomical skin, bone, and cartilage structures. It is necessary to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who is experienced with both traditional and ethnic rhinoplasty to help guide you in achieving the... more

Specializing in African American Rhinoplasty

African American Rhinoplasty is very different than nose surgery on caucasians. Many plastic surgeons who don't sepcialize in African American Nose Job may aim to make a black nose look like a caucasian nose, which is not optimal. Instead, a plastic surgeon who specializes in black nose job will try to keep a persons ethnic identity while enhancing it and makeing a women's nose look more refined and pretty.

African American Rhinoplasty

There are surgeons who specialize in ethnic rhinoplasty. You owe it to yourself to find the best option for a surgeon to fit your needs and objectives. So, do not feel shy to ask the surgeon about his experience in order to understand if it is a right fit. see video

African american rhinoplasty.

Hello. I would recommend you search for a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in nose surgery. Once you have found a few surgeons, take a look at their before and after photo's to be sure they have photo's to show you the work they have done. This will help you decide if they can achieve the results you desire. Best of luck.