Do nonsurgical nose jobs work?

I am unhappy with my nose, but I can't afford rhinoplasty surgery.  I am considering a non-surgical option but don't know much about it other than that it is supposed to be less expensive than plastic surgery.  What exactly is a non-surgical nose job?  Do the results last?

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17 answers to “Do nonsurgical nose jobs work?”

A: Fillers to the nose

John Philip Connors III, MD

The many great posts here speak for themselves, so I will not be redundant (just give you my bare bones thoughts)...basically, fillers for the nose come in many forms and name brands, they are NOT permanent, they only correct VERY specific anatomical issues and they DO NOT correct breathing... more

A: Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty

Oleh Slupchynskyj, MD

Hi, Non-surgical rhinoplasty is performed by injecting fillers to correct bridge or dorsal deformities. These corrections are not permanent because the fillers are usually temporary. If you are a candidate for this procedure, it may be a good way for you to see the effects of a real rhinoplasty. However,... more

A: Non-surgical rhinoplasty

Dean Fardo, MD

You are likely referring to the injection of a filler to the nose. This can be a great non-surgical, but temporary solution for some patients. Not all patients are good candidates however, and you talk to your surgeon about this. Generally it is best used for augmenting the dorsum (or side profile) of the nose.

A: Nosejob without surgery

Ricardo A. Meade, MD

Generally speaking, if your nose is big, very asymmetrical or crooked then you need surgery.  If it's small and would look better by making it a little bit bigger in certain areas then you could have it filled by an injectable. There is probably a role for this for you, but the non-surgical option is... more

A: Examples of Non-srugical rhinoplasty

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

If you are interested in seeing examples of a non-surgical rhinoplasty, I have included a video showing examples of different anatomical conditions that have been treated with the non-srugical rhinoplasty

A: Non-surgical nose job.

Stella Desyatnikova, MD

 Non-surgical nose job is not exactly what it sounds. It is not a temporary nose job which will give you the results of the permanent nose job for three  or four months. It is a procedure that can be really helpful to some patients. It can be used to correct the appearance of the hump, to increase... more

A: Non-surgical nose job

Amir M. Karam, MD

 Fillers such as restylane can be used to correct subtle irregularities of the nose in a safe and effective way in most cases.  The first thing to keep in mind is that the individual injecting the filler needs to have an intimate understanding of the nose.  This often starts with someone who has... more

A: A Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty is a simple effective answer for many patients

Phillip Chang, MD

I have been performing non-surgical rhinoplasty procedures for my patients for over 5 years.  Initially, I was performing the procedure with only Radiesse but since the introduction of Juvederm and Restylane, I am now able to create beautiful noses tailored to the needs of my patients.  A... more

A: Can a non-surgical nose job replace rhinoplasty?

Maurice M. Khosh, MD

Non-surgical rhinoplasty is a precudure where a filler such as Restylane or Radiesse is injected into the nose, to change the contour. There has been significant media coverage of "non-surgical rhinoplasty". However, non-surgical rhinoplasty can not replace rhinoplasty for cosmetic improvement of the... more

A: A nonsurgical rhinoplasty is not a rhinoplasty

Scott Trimas, MD

By definition, a rhinoplasty is a permanent alteration to the nasal structures which changes the appearance of a nose. Fillers can be injected to create a temporary effect by hiding bumps, enlarging a small nose, or filling in a depression. It will have no positive effects on improving breathing if that is... more

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