I would like to have a small hump on bridge reduced. Is 68 too old for rhinoplasty?

Absolutely not. Patients of all ages may seek rhinoplasty to refine the shape or size of their nose, improve breathing, or simply removing the hump like you require. As long as you are healthy enough to undergo surgery safely, you are not too old for rhinoplasty. Whether you have recently realized you would like to refine your nose or you’re finally ready to make a change you’ve been considering for years, you can make it happen at just about any age.

Hello! Thank you for your question.
As far as I can understand from your question.
Age alone doesn’t disqualify you from rhinoplasty. As long as you’re in good overall health and cleared by your doctor, you can safely have the procedure.
It would be better face to face consultation:
Best Regards!

I believe you would benefit from a consultation with a rhinoplasty specialist, so you could see what to expect after surgery. If you are in good health, a letter of medical clearance, and routine Labs, might be all that is necessary preoperatively. I hope this helps! Dr Joseph

Nose surgery is not an aggressive or bloodspilling procedure, however it is complex, challenging and difficult on patients of any age.

In your age there are differences regarding other rhinoplasty approaches: you have to know that aging noses are well known to be featured with overly weakened cartilages and stretched ligaments between the parts, therefore they need, in every and each case as a mandatory focus, a multi-grafting structure rhinoplasty, no matter how basic are your results expectations, in aging patients the noses are prone to collapse and deformities if not well re-structured after even tiny reductions.

This adds no risk to your technique, except for the human factor: you need a surgeon experienced in structure rhinoplasties and complex cases, run from minimally invasive procedure done in a short surgery.

68 is not too old for a rhinoplasty. You will need to medically cleared for surgery. If you have not major health issues then you should have no problem being cleared for surgery. The small hump can be removed with a closed rhinoplasty. However, if the nose projects too far then you may need a nose reduction, which would require an open rhinoplasty.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

NO, one is never chronologically too old for rhinoplasty. However, tissue changes of aging may affect the techniques applied to achieve your desired result and expectations should be adjusted for your situation. I've performed rhinoplasty in octogenarians who were pleased with their outcomes, most often revision procedures. Rhinoplasty in the 60-70 age group may not be common, but neither is it uncommon.

Hello and thank you for your question. As long as you are healthy and can obtain medical clearance from your primary physician, your age is not a contraindication at all for surgery I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified rhinoplasty surgeon who can evaluate you in person.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Hi there, and thank you for your question. 68 is not too old to have a cosmetic procedure done, if you are in good health. Your surgeon will most likely require you to get lab work done by your primary care physician, who will give you medical clearance for surgery. Please make sure that you consult with a Board Certified plastic surgeon who can make responsible recommendations for you. Good luck!

Answer from Dr. Sean Hill, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon at Lone Star Plastic Surgery in Frisco, TX:
This is a great question, and one I hear more often than you might think.
The short answer is: age alone does not disqualify you from rhinoplasty. What matters far more than your age is your overall health, skin quality, anatomy, and surgical goals. I’ve treated many patients in their 60s and beyond who are excellent candidates for cosmetic nasal surgery — and who enjoy beautiful, confidence-boosting results.
As we age, the nose can change shape — sometimes drooping at the tip, or appearing more prominent due to volume loss in the midface. A well-performed rhinoplasty can restore facial balance and refinement in a very natural, age-appropriate way.
Before moving forward, I would: • Review your medical history to ensure you’re a safe candidate for surgery • Perform a detailed nasal exam to assess structure, function, and skin elasticity • Discuss your goals to create a plan that enhances your appearance without looking overdone
At Lone Star Plastic Surgery, I take a conservative and personalized approach to rhinoplasty in mature patients — always aiming to enhance, not drastically change, and to preserve or even improve nasal function.
And as always, I recommend working with a board-certified plastic surgeon and member of The Rhinoplasty Society, so you can feel confident you’re in expert hands.
Warmly,Dr. Sean HillBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonLone Star Plastic Surgery – Frisco, TX

If you’re in good health, I see no reason why you cannot have a cosmetic rhinoplasty.
A lot can be done in the office using local anesthesia.
I suggest you consult with a few plastic surgeons in your community to see what each one of them has to say.
Quality outcomes from well done Plastic surgery can improve quality of life at any age.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD