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What Anesthesia is Used for a Rhinoplasty? 90 answers

before anesthesia sedation

What is a Non Surgical Nose Job 70 answers

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...
non surgical before technique

Rhinoplasty Swelling 69 answers

I had a Rhinoplasty 3 weeks ago and my nose is still very swollen. How long is it normal to have rhinoplasty swelling after surgery?
recovery healing swelling after post-op

How Much Does Rhinoplasty Cost? 67 answers

What are average rhinoplasty cost? Does the price of a nose job vary by state like some other plastic surgeries?
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Will my Doctor Break my Nose During a Rhinoplasty? 63 answers

My greatest fear of a nose job is the doctor snapping my nose.  Thats not urban legend is it, that doctors break your nose during nose surgery?
nose before broken nose technique

Rhinoplasty Recovery Time + Downtime 62 answers

What is the average rhinoplasty recovery time? When should I expect to be able to go out in public after a nose job, and when will the bandages...
recovery healing before post-op

Rhinoplasty Recovery 59 answers

What is the typical rhinoplasty recovery like?  What can I expect?  How long after a nose job does it take to heal and how long before you...
recovery before downtime post-op

Tip Rhinoplasty 56 answers

I have heard of "tip rhinoplasty" but don't know what it is. How is this different from other rhinoplasties?
before tip nose tip

How Do I Minimize Bruising from a Rhinoplasty? 53 answers

I am considering a nose job but worried about buising after wards. Tips for reducing bruises are really helpful
bruising before

Best Rhinoplasty Surgeon 52 answers

Dont really wanna go asking friends for advice on finding the right rhinplasty doctor for my nose job. What is best way to find the best? Cheers. - K.
before best surgeon qualifications

Bad Nose Job 50 answers

I have had the worst rhinoplasty i could possibly had. I am a 20year old male who had a medium long attractive nose. And considered by most to be very...
bad after male age 18-24 botched results unhappy

Celebrity Nose Jobs: Better Than What I Can Get? 47 answers

Is a celebrity nose job going to be better because they're famous and can afford perfection?
before celebrity technique

Pixie Nose Shape Require a Rhinoplasty Specialist? 42 answers

Some people think my nose is cute because it’s pixie or elf-like. When I was younger boys made fun of me, calling me stuck up because of my nose...
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Filing Down the Dorsal Hump? 39 answers

I have a small dorsal hump that I would like to get fixed on my nose, and was considering closed rhinoplasty. The plastic surgeon informed me that he...
before dorsal hump file closed

Is my Nose Tip Too Round Following Rhinoplasty? 33 answers

I had Rhinoplasty done four months ago, and I feel that the end or tip of my nose from profile view looks a little round. Also, there are two lines on...
nose swelling after round lines tip

Can Rhinoplasty Results Be Previewed by Computer Imaging? 31 answers

Is there any way to preview results of the procedure by altering patient pictures in image processing applications? Can anybody describe to me what...
before male technology

Quick-fix Nose Job? 29 answers

I have seen new articles detailing a procedure that basically deals primarily with decreasing nostril width, and not so much with breaking bones of...
before quick minimally invasive

Nose Tip Upturned After Rhinoplasty 26 answers

I had Rhinoplasty several days ago. When I saw my nose at the mirror recently, I noticed, that the tip of my nose is lifted high, which does not look...
nose after

How Soon After Rhinoplasty Can I Fly or Exercise? 25 answers

I am scheduled to have an open rhinoplasty to slightly refine my nasal tip. Is there a certain amount of time I am supposed to wait before flying on...

How Can I Get Natural-looking Rhinoplasty Results? 24 answers

I want a rhinoplasty to get rid of the bump on the bridge of my nose but I don't want to look fake and obvious that I've had nose surgery.  How...
nose before

After Rhinoplasty is It Common to Have Breathing Problems? 21 answers

I am considering Rhinoplasty, but I've heard that it often causes trouble breathing afterwards. Is this true?
recovery breathing complication after

Pros and Cons of Gore-tex and Sillicone in Rhinoplasty? 20 answers

I am trying to figure out which is between Gore-tex or Silicone is better for Rhinoplasty. I heard that Gore-tex can shrink 40% in size over time and...
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Can a Bulbous Nose Be Reduced Without Looking Weird or Changing Your Look 19 answers

female natural before bulbous

Rhinoplasty Before and After 19 answers

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...
nose before photos

How to Fix Hereditary Crooked Nose? 19 answers

Is there any way to fix a hereditary crooked nose? I know it's hereditary because my mom's nose is exactly the same, but she can put makeup and play...
before crooked

Can Rhinoplasty Correct Asymmetric Nostrils? 18 answers

Septoplasty has left my left nostril larger than before. Is it possible to correct it back to its original size? Can rhinoplasty fix this kind of problem?
asymmetry nostrils before uneven

Lumpy Cartilage After Open Rhinoplasty 18 answers

I had an open Rhinoplasty three months ago, and I now have quite a bit of lumpy cartilage up my nose. Is this normal/part of the healing process? Is...
lumps cartilage after

Rhinoplasty Procedure - What Results Are Possible? 18 answers

I'm considering a nose job. What can I expect from the rhinoplasty procedure itself? How long does it last, what goes on?
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How Do I Know if my Nose is Broken? 17 answers

Ok, i got in a little scuffle and my nose is hurt and swollen - how do I know if it's broken?
before crooked

Can Rhinoplasty Narrow a Wide Nose and Still Look Natural? 17 answers

My nostrils are very small but my ala is really wide esspecially when i laugh. Is there a way the doctor can bring in my ala or prevent it from...
nose nostrils natural smaller

What is the Ideal Age for a Rhinoplasty? 17 answers

What would be the ideal age to get a Rhinoplasty? I'm 15 and really looking forward to getting a nose job done, and have many friends who got one and...
before age 17 or under teenager candidate

How Can I Fix my Turned Up Nose? 17 answers

The bridge of my nose is sloped so the tip is turned up at the end.  My nostrils are very visible and I hate it.  What are my options for...
nose nasal deformity

Rhinoplasty or Tip Plasty for Thinner Nose? 17 answers

I'm considering having a procedure to thin my nose. In the pictures, I always turn to the side because my nose looks nice from a side angle, but you...
before

Crooked Nose or Uneven Swelling After Rhinoplasty? 15 answers

I had Rhinoplasty to "straighten" my nose. I just got my cast off and it is clearly not straight. If a nose looks crooked when the cast is...
after uneven crooked cast swelling post-op 1 week post-op

Rhinoplasty Scar Tissue 15 answers

Is there any way to correct nose job related scar tissue?
scar tissue after

What to Do with Scabs Inside the Nostrils After Rhinoplasty? 15 answers

I had Rhinoplasty one month ago. I have scabs on the inside of my nostrils and they are very uncomfortable. I was told to use peroxide and q-tips...
nose nostrils after

Possible to Make Nose Appear Smaller and Straightened? 15 answers

I have considered rhinoplasty for a while now, but I’m very hesitant and anxious. This is a first for me - asking questions. I’m 17 years...
nose before

Break Nasal Bone to Fix Nose Bridge Bump? 13 answers

I have a small bump on the bridge of my nose, which is more visible from one side. Will the nasal bone need to be broken in order to fix this?
nose before

Wearing Eyeglasses After Rhinoplasty? 13 answers

I am thinking about getting a nose job but I am really concerned about the whole "no eyeglasses" rule. I literally cannot function without...
nose before

What Foods Should One Eat After Rhinoplasty? 13 answers

Whatfoods should be eaten after Rhinoplasty, and for how long in terms of weeks before returning to a normal diet? Would weight gain shakes be...
nose aftercare diet before

Removing Nose Bump Without Breaking the Nose? 12 answers

I am 20 years old and I have always felt insecure about the bump on my nose. I have been reading a lot about Nose surgery and I have heard people just...
nose before

Will Massaging the Nose After Rhinoplasty Help? 12 answers

Does massaging the nose after Rhinoplasty help in eliminating scar tissue and swelling? If so, please explain how.
nose swelling scar tissue after

Will my Nose Job Permanently Affect my Smile? 11 answers

I just had rhinoplasty a week ago and today my surgeon removed the bandage, splint and stitches. I just tried smiling and realized that I can't smile....
after smile 1 week post-op

Can Alar Base Reduction Be Done Alone? 11 answers

Can alar base reduction Rhinoplasty be done with no tip or bridge work, just the nostril? if so, what would be the average price for just alar base...
nose nostrils before

Rhinoplasty or Fillers for Nose Tip Indentation? 11 answers

The tip of my nose has become more noticeably asymmetrical and bulbous in the last few years, but the thing that bothers me most is the indentation or...
nose before

Will my Nose Hump Go? 11 answers

Hi, I had Rhinoplasty 2weeks ago to help me breathe easier. I had a prominent hump on my nose and my nose deviated one centimetre to the right. I had...
nose after

Can Nose Tip Move to One Side After Rhinoplasty? 11 answers

I am on 3,5 month after rhinoplasty (with straightening of nasal septum). Lately, the tip (started apx. from center of the nose) visibly moved to one...
nose after

Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty - Too Hasty About Judging Results? 10 answers

Hi, I know this is probably hasty, but I had a sephtoplasty/rhinoplasty eleven days ago, and I am not satisfied with the tip. I feel it is too tippy...
nose after post-op

Will Insurance Cover Both Septoplasty and Rhinoplasty? 10 answers

I am an African American woman seeking to get Septoplasty and Rhinoplasty done at the same time. I am worried about insurance coverage.My mom said...
nose insurance before female

What Do You Think About Gortex Nasal Implants? 10 answers

nose nasal deformity

Upper Lip and Nose Tip Immovable After Rhinoplasty 10 answers

I underwent closed Rhinoplasty a little over a month ago. Some areas are still numb but it's not the main problem for me. The upper lip feels like...
after

Hard Bumps on Nose After Rhinoplasty 9 answers

I am five weeks post open rhinoplasty. I had a tension nose with a pronounced hump and droopy tip. Everything has gone very well, and I was...
side effects bumps after

Nose Looks More Bulbous and Round After Rhinoplasty 9 answers

I had an open rhinoplasty three weeks ago, and I'm concerned about the current results. My goal for the surgery was to remove the side and front humps...
after

What's Most Attractive in a Male Nose? 9 answers

With female rhinoplasty, it seems that a lot of looks can be attractive. I've seen girls considered attractive who either have rounded noses, sharp...
nose before male shape

How Much Downtime Should I Expect After Rhinoplasty Surgery? 9 answers

I am a professional model and obvously would like to know how much time it is going to take to heal before i can go back to work?
recovery downtime healing before

Is This Bump After Rhinoplasty my Bone? 9 answers

I had the bump on my nose shaved down (closed Rhinoplasty) and cartilage added to the tip of my nose to give it a pointy shape. I was very happy with...
nose swelling after

Why Does the Skin Thicken After Rhinoplasty Surgery? 8 answers

I have had 3 rhinoplastys due to a couple of errors, and now the middle part (the skin) of my nose has thickened. It doesn't look natural because my...
thicken after

Best Technique for Upturned Nose Rhinoplasty? 8 answers

I will be having Rhinoplasty done in December for my upturned nose. What technique do you think would be the best for my nose for a successful...
nose before Virtual consultation female upturned

Pulled Dissolvable Stitch out After Rhinoplasty 7 answers

I had a tip Rhinoplasty on 2/27/09, and while I was cleaning my nose on the right side today (around a week after surgery), I pulled out my...
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How Can I Reduce Nostril Flare or Size? 7 answers

I like the size and shape of my nose, but I do not like how my nostrils flare up even when they are relaxed. I am part Latino, and I understand that...
nostrils before

Does Taping the Nose Raise the Tip After Rhinoplasty? 7 answers

Hello. I had a procedure done to take out a little piece of cartilage from my nose due to a previous surgery done 10 yrs ago. I explained to the...
after tape nose tip

What Can Be Done for Septum Pain and Deviation, and Enlarged Turbinates? 7 answers

I have a constant septum pain and inside my nose for about 2 weeks now. I had it before but never constantly, always had difficulty to breathe only...
pain deviated septum before age 18-24 septum

Bone-like Bumps in Bridge After Rhinoplasty 7 answers

I had Rhinoplasty 3 weeks ago today to reduce a small hump in the bridge of my nose. However, since the cast came off a week after surgery, I noticed...
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Steroid Injections for Hard, Swollen Tip After Rhinoplasty? 6 answers

I had a open Rhinoplasty exactly one year ago. Much of the work was to reduce the tip because it was bulbous. My tip is still hard and swollen. I...
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Breathing and Tip Problems After Rhinoplasty 6 answers

I had a septoplasty and Rhinoplasty around over a month ago. I went to the doctor especially because I couldn’t breathe very well, and because I...
breathing swelling after

Too Soon After Surgery to Be Worried About Uneven Nostrils? 6 answers

I recently had open rhinoplasty and am now one week post-op. I realize that the end result is forever away, however, I am a little concerned about...
recovery asymmetry nostrils after uneven

Nasal Bone or Swelling After Rhinoplasty Revision? 6 answers

I have a bump on the side of my nose that feels like bone after my second time of having Rhinoplasty. Could this be swelling, or did my doctor miss...
after

Repair of Left Nostril Larger Than the Right? 6 answers

I want an overall nose reshaping operation including the sinus/nasal surgery on top. I have a bent/blocked/large nose & one nostril is bigger....
nostrils after

When Did Swelling Go Down After Your Rhinoplasty Surgery? 5 answers

I had a rhinoplasty 2 weeks ago. when the splint came of it looked lovely and thin but went alot wider in just two days. I also still have a bit of a...
nose recovery swelling after

Do I Have a Pollybeak Deformity or an Inverted V Deformity? 5 answers

So as I mentioned in my other posts, I had open rhinoplasty on the 25th of June, 2010. I want to show you now how HORRIBLE my nose looks from the...
after polly beak inverted v deformity

How Long Does Swelling Last After Rhinoplasty Surgery? 5 answers

I had rhinoplasty about a 2 weeks ago, currently the tip is quite swollen and the skin almost feels stretched or thicker? All of the other swelling is...
nose swelling after

How Long to Stay Away from Sun After Rhinoplasty? 5 answers

After an open Rhinoplasty, how long must one stay out of the sun? It has been five weeks since my Rhinoplasty. My scar is healing very nicely and is...
nose sun protection after

Best Way to Reduce Swelling 2 Months After Rhinoplasty? 5 answers

Hey...I recently had open rhinoplasty done about 2 months ago and pretty much most of the swelling had gone away...until about a week ago I was on...
swelling after

Did I Damage my Nose After I Hit It Accidentally Post Rhinoplasty? 4 answers

Six weeks ago I had a Rhinoplasty to remove the bump on top of the bridge, tip graph, and thin overall appearance. I have very thick skin so the...
after damage hit

Rhinoplasty - Infection and Swelling More Than a Year Later 4 answers

The tip of my nose is still pretty swelled up after 13 months of surgery. 10 months into the recovery from surgery, I had a steroid injection, which...
side effects swelling after
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