How to decide on a rhinoplasty doctor?

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Hi, I am a women of East Indian descent. I’m looking into getting a rhinoplasty. Im 44 years old I wanted to know what qualifications I need to look for in deciding upon a doctor. What certifications are good to have, etc. Also, what doctors are recommended that do Indian noses in the United States. Thanks

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question.Firstly;1. You can check the surgeon's experience2. Surgeon's certifies, like s/he owns a European Board Certify,3. Surgeon's before afters photos for the past surgeries 4. Last I can say you can read the old patients comments about the doctor and the team Best Regards!

Steven M. Denenberg, MD · Answer

A surgeon's before and after photos show his skill and his aesthetic sensibility. There are no certifications, including mine, that are important. There are lots of surgeons certified by multiple boards who do terrible work.
Check out the link I posted. It has a short selection on how to pick a doctor.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Since rhinoplasty surgery is considered one of the most difficult facial plastic surgical procedures, I appreciate your concern. In general, it is best to keep your rhinoplasty specialist close to home, since small issues of magnified by large distances. When you look for rhinoplasty specialists near you, please consider there before and after photos, years of experience, patient reviews, and percentage of their practice devoted to surgery of the nose. I hope this is helpful! Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Both plastic surgeons and ear nose throat surgeons can do rhinoplasty. You need to find one who does a lot of noses including examples that were similar to yours. Fortunately the internet has helped patients figure out who dies many noses and good ones so you can narrow down the ones you’re interested in consulting

Robert Ciardullo, MD · Answer

How to choose a Rhinoplasty surgeon? rhinoplasty has evolved into a Specialty unto itself. It is an extremely difficult operation, and takes a great deal of experience for a surgeon to get consistently good at it. In that sense it is unlike any other procedure in plastic surgery. You should choose a surgeon who specializes in, and only does nasal surgery. You should choose a surgeon who has done many many rhinoplasties. It probably takes over 1000 cases for a surgeon to get good at it, and even then there’s a learning curve. There are many Indian patients in America and many of them have rhinoplasty surgery. Look through the before and Afters of the surgeon you are considering to see if he has some Indian patients in the mix. I have done many Indian noses, and one thing I have found is that they have rather thin soft cartilage, which can be more difficult to work with than Caucasian noses. good luck in your search.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

Consider a board certified facial plastic surgeon who specializes in rhinoplasty. Study your prospective surgeon's rhinoplasty photo Gallery to make sure that it is extensive with results that you like. Digital computer imaging of your nose upon your facial features also be helpful in the education process. Rhinoplasty is a very difficult endeavor, so choose your specialist wisely based on extensive experience producing natural results.

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