Can the Doctor Give Me an Idea of What my Nose Will Look Like After Surgery?

Some doctor’s offices are equipped with
computer imaging software, which they can use to manipulate a digitized replication
of your nose and to thus give you an idea of how a nose job can benefit you.
This is a great tool for accurate profile view however it is not a great
indication of a surgeon’s results. You can still get a pretty clear idea of the
surgeon’s work by assessing the results of past patients. Always ask to see
before-and-after photos of work done by the surgeon, as these examples can give
you a good indication of what to expect for your own nose job. 

Computer imaging has become the standard pre-operative tool for the rhinoplasty surgeon. It sold school to cling to the belief it causes too rigid patient expectations. And the other issue of medico legal risk to the surgeon can be dealt with by truly informed consent. The cost is truly market driven, with more popular, (and hopefully better!) surgeons charging more. You're a great candidate, so go for it.

Hello,

Computer imaging is not a perfect technology for every type of cosmetic surgery, but it is excellent for visualizing the potential results of cosmetic rhinoplasty. You should seek out a qualified cosmetic rhinoplasty expert in your area who offers computer imaging as a standard part of the consult. If your surgeon is an expert, they will be able to show you different degrees of change to your nose and use your morphed images as a communication tool to come to some agreement on the appropriate surgical plan.

You can find more information about computer imaging by clicking the link below.

Sincerely,

Dr. Buonassisi

Computer Imaging is a routine part of a Rhinoplasty Consultation. It lets you see how you'll look, and it reassures your surgeon that realistic expectations are established. I routinely bring computer-imaged photos to the OR as a reference to what was established pre-operatively.

I hope this is helpful for you.

Any surgeon can do this either with imaging or your photos. But this is quite misleading. My son can make you a great nose on the computer and he knows nothing about rhinoplasty. Go to an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon whose results you like the best.

It is relatively easy to simulate plastic surgery on the computer. Simple digital imaging software can provide before and after pictures of plastic surgery. Some surgeons simulate surgery with patients in-person, while some plastic surgeons recommend a followup appointment to review computer imaging.

I use computer imaging extensively for facial cosmetic surgery patients. While not a guarantee, computer simulation helps provide a tool during the consultation to educate patients about their specific needs, and to see what may be expected results.

 

Hi,

Your nose should look beautiful after rhinoplasty.  You have a slight dorsal hump that can be rasped down a bit, your nasal tip can be refined, and the tip of your nose can be raised slightly.  You have very nice facial features and beautfiul eyes that will become the focus of your face after rhinoplasty.  A great looking nose "gets out of the way" of the other features on the face.  Rhinoplasty surgeons can do computer imaging to give you an idea of what your nose may look like.  This is a valuable rhinoplasty consultation tool as long as the surgeon can duplicate the imaging, and is realistic about the changes.  E-mail (drpersky@aol.com) photos of the profile and straight on views of your nose, and I will email you back some possible changes.  Good luck and be well.

Dr. P

Computer imaging is an excellent tool to demonstrate potential changes to the nose, and face from rhinoplasty. I find it is also helps the discussion as I talk with patients about these changes as well as options. There are a number of doctors who criticize imaging, but I have found it helpful and have been using it in my practice for 22 years. Of course, realistic results should be demonstrated. Another way to check the accuracy is to see the doctor's actual before and after results to see if you like them. Computer imaging is just one component in the doctor-patient relationship.

We have a 3-D self imager called FaceTouchUp imbedded on thelink below. Any patient can go in, upload a photograph, and manipulate their image on their own computer imaging online. The price of a rhinoplasty is located on the link below, but always usually includes the operating room, anesthesia, and surgeon’s fees.  For many before and after closed rhinoplasty examples, please see the link and the video below

Great question!

There is a lot of debate about this subject. I always show my before and after photos, since the patient  can see an ACTUAL result rather than a computer generated image. I tell the patient make sure you like my post-operative result because you will achieve a similar (but not identical) result.

Regarding price, I agree most expensive is not necessarily the best. You should research the surgeon's background and meet with him/her to make sure you feel comfortable with the surgeon. Of course, pre and post-operative photos are essential to see.  Here, in Southern California, the price for quality rhinoplasty will vary from $6000-15000.

Best of Luck.