Is 61 years old too old for a rhinoplasty?

August 21, 2023
Asked By:Teddyjo in El Dorado Hills, CA

My nose is drooping. I also do not like the slight hump just below the bridge. I was concerned my age may be a detriment. Cartilage too brittle. Thank you.

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August 25, 2023

Answer: Rhinoplasty candidacy is determined on an individual patient basis

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August 25, 2023

Answer: Rhinoplasty candidacy is determined on an individual patient basis

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November 15, 2023

Answer: Rhinoplasty at any age

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November 15, 2023

Answer: Rhinoplasty at any age

Christian Conderman, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
September 1, 2023

Answer: Rhinoplasty

Oakley Smith, MD, FRCSCCertified Facial Plastic Surgeon
September 1, 2023

Answer: Rhinoplasty

Oakley Smith, MD, FRCSCCertified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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September 1, 2023

Answer: Age and Rhinoplasty

Jacob Tower, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
September 1, 2023

Answer: Age and Rhinoplasty

Jacob Tower, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
August 30, 2023

Answer: Rhinoplasty in older patients...

Andrew Miller, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
August 30, 2023

Answer: Rhinoplasty in older patients...

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