I really can't say enough great things about my experience undergoing a rhinoplasty with Dr. Ciardullo. He really is a magician. What struck me right away is that he is humble, hard-working, and honest - this is the person you want taking care of you and making decisions on your behalf on the operating table. I am a doctor myself and recognized right away that he is absolutely trustworthy both in terms of character and his skills as a surgeon. He has a real eye for what works on a face (and what doesn't), and the technical skills to bring his vision to life - I feel that other plastic surgeons are unfortunately lacking in one or the other, or are untrustworthy or obsessed with their own brand/image/social media profile. Dr. Ciardullo is committed to his craft and an absolute perfectionist with decades of experience - he truly is in a league of his own, and I'm glad that I found him. I spent so many years wishing I had a different nose, and now I absolutely love it -- it fits and enhances my face, looks natural but still "cute"/feminine, and I feel at ease with myself. Highly highly recommend Dr. Ciardullo!
My experience with Dr. Ciardullo and his staff has been nothing less than 10/10. From virtual consultation on the phone, to in person consultation, to pre-op appointment, day of surgery, and cast removal- I am beyond elated and overwhelmed with joy and emotion for the care Dr. Ciardullo had of me. The facility is gorgeous - felt very safe in OR with top of the line anesthesia and nurses, and of course; Dr. C. We spoke at length regarding my concerns - droopy tip, dorsal hump, and a little bump on the side of my nose that needed to be smoothed out. I wanted natural with a little style, and that is exactly what I got. Because of the delicacy of Dr. Ciardullo, I had little to none swelling or bruising. 7 days after the surgery and the cast was removed, I was prepared for swelling and that I might be surprised at the results due to the nose still settling. However, to my surprise; it looks truly beautiful! He is one of a kind and I am forever grateful I was able to book my appointment with him. Look no further if you are looking for a closed rhinoplasty by a top, leading expert in the field.
Dr. Ciardullo made my dream nose happen! He and his team were professional and made me feel comfortable from day 1. Preop, procedure, and recovery were smooth, with minimal swelling and bruising, and no issues whatsoever. Everyone who knew I was getting procedure done complimented how natural my results are. My new nose, especially side profile, gave me an immense boost of confidence. My only regret is not doing this sooner! I cannot thank enough Dr. Ciardullo for his incredible work!
I had an amazing primary rhinoplasty done by Dr Ciardullo. I barely bruised, had 0 pain, and was back to normal quickly. 6 weeks out my nose is already looks great - I can't wait to see the results in a few months, and long term. From start to finish I felt confident in his abilities and that I would get a natural result. If you are in the NYC area, I would highly recommend considering Dr. Ciardullo.
I had an incredible experience with Dr. C. I got my nose done with him just over a week ago and am already so incredibly happy with the results. I tried out a few doctors before landing with Dr. Ciardullo, and found that his no-nonsense approach and methodical planning was what I felt most confident in. I've always hated my nose, and wanted to make sure that if I was going to do this procedure, I wanted to do it right, and I am so incredibly glad that I went with Dr. C. My swelling and bruising really only lasted for the first 6 days, and now I am able to go about my daily life again. While I still have yet to get my "final nose" due to how recently I underwent surgery, I could not be happier! Highly, highly recommend!
Dr. Ciardullo is extremely precise & overall amazing. He answers immediately & truly cares about his patients and his work. I’ve been wanting a nose job for 10+ years and it was the best decision I’ve ever made. I couldn’t be more happy. I actually love looking at myself in the mirror now!
I can’t say enough good things about Dr. Ciardullo; he’s truly exceptional at what he does! I have wanted my nose done for years. I had a deviated septum but was also looking to get rid of a bump on my nose & change the shape of the tip. I was so nervous about the procedure, but Dr. Ciardullo was incredibly kind & thorough in explaining exactly what to expect with the surgery. I had so many questions & called him numerous times post-surgery; each time, he personally got back to me with answers. The results of my nose are unbelievable. I couldn’t be happier! That says a lot because I’m the type of person who will order a pair of shoes & exchange them 3 times until I end up with a pair free of imperfections (that most people would never notice). My mom was hesitant about my decision, certain that I wouldn't be happy with the results, but Dr. C exceeded all my expectations!! My nose is actually perfect! People comment all the time on how beautiful my nose is & the best part is that you would never know I had anything done. That is the signature of a true artist! I didn’t want anything overdone & Dr. C delivered! His fees are about a quarter of what other doctors charge, though that wasn't the reason that I chose him. I chose him because after doing months of research, he was the best. Now, I can tell you firsthand, he is. If you want a beautiful result & an exceptional bedside manner, Dr. C is your guy! I am forever grateful!
I'd like to start by saying that I am 7 days post op and just got my cast removed today. Even with the swelling I still have, I am so in love with my results. Pre-op, Dr. Ciardullo made sure he understood exactly what I wanted and also gave his advice on what he thought would look best. He walked me through the before and after pictures on his website and asked me which cases were my favorite. He somehow gave me the exact nose I wanted, and envisioned myself having. He's a mind reader! I've been shopping for.a surgeon to do my septo-rhinoplasty for years, and I'm so beyond grateful I found Dr. Ciardullo. His attention to detail, fantastic bed side manner, and deep understanding of facial harmony and natural (but beautiful) noses is unmatched. I had consultations with surgeons in Manhattan that were quoting me 20-25k; Dr. Ciardullo charged less than half of that and gave me the most natural yet perfect nose ever. He is a hidden gem!! I can't stop thinking about how glad I am that I went through with this and put my faith and trust in Dr. Ciardullo. This surgery is a big decision but Dr. Ciardullo made this entire process so easy and stress free. I can't wait to see what my nose looks like fully healed!
Dr. Ciardullo and his team are exceptional, and the glowing reviews are no exaggeration—they might even be an understatement. I went in for a male rhinoplasty, and every step of the process, from consultation to recovery, was managed with the utmost professionalism and care. The entire team was amicable and consistently went above and beyond to ensure I felt supported and informed. The results are better than I could have imagined—I am insanely happy with how everything turned out.
I absolutely recommend Dr. Ciardullo!! I am currently 8 months post op from my rhinoplasty and I am in love with the way my nose and face looks! He has such a special craft and he is so considerate and confident. I was very nervous about having a nose that did not fit my face and looked like every other nose job but Dr. Ciardullo takes extreme precision in making your nose look so natural its like you were born with it. His down to earth personality along with his great price and confidence significantly made the entire physical and mental process easier too! It is no wonder why his nick name is called "The *RS Bleep* Maker"!!
What could be done with your nose? based on the photos you present, you appear to have a small dorsal hump and a slightly bulbous nasal tip. A routine rhinoplasty would address these issues. My own preference in such a simple straightforward situation would be for a closed rhinoplasty since it is less invasive. However each surgeon will have his own preference based on his own comfort level with the technique. it appears that your chin is borderline weak. A small amount of long acting filler could improve this in a non-invasive way. Thank you for your question, And good luck going forward.
Correcting a droopy nasal tip: lifting or “rotating“ a droopy nasal tip does not require a cut across the columella or any incision in the skin of the nose. It can be done very effectively with a closed rhinoplasty. Not all plastic surgeons perform closed rhinoplasty, but many do. Elevating a drooping nasal tip does not really change the shape of the nostrils but from the front you will show more nostrils.
Computer simulation a good way to predict rhinoplasty outcome? I am a bit old-fashioned when I say that I do not believe that computer simulation is a reliable way to predict rhinoplasty outcome. The nose can be made perfect with every simulation, yet this is not necessarily what the patient will achieve on the operating table. Some of the youngest surgeons who are the best with manipulating images on a computer are not the most experienced in the operating room. I have seen many patients who had surgery elsewhere with poor results who had computer images of a beautiful nose. These images were nothing like the results that they got. Going over before and after photos of actual patient performed by your surgeon and seeing the results they got is far more reliable in my opinion than any computer imaging will ever be.
Are you a good candidate for rhinoplasty and or septoplasty? you have a small dorsal hump, and a slightly bulbous nasal tip. These are issues which are typically addressed during a routine rhinoplasty. If you have either airway obstruction or a deviation of the septum causing crookedness of the nose visibly, then a septoplasty would be performed in conjunction with the rhinoplasty. The combined procedure is called a Septorhinoplasty and is very common. as you point out, your chin is also weak and would benefit from either a chin implant or long acting filler.
Who is the best qualified to perform rhinoplasty? nasal surgery has evolved into its own specialty. the highest success rates by percentage with the lowest personal revision rates are those surgeons who have dedicated themselves to performing exclusively nasal surgery, and have done so for many years, and have performed thousands of surgeries. This may be either an ENT surgeon, or a plastic surgeon, or a facial plastic surgeon.