ENT or plastic surgeon for rhinoplasty?

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Should rhinoplasty be performed by an ENT specialist instead of a general plastic surgeon?

Paul E. Chasan, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. Both ENT and plastic surgery residencies offer very little training in aesthetic rhinoplasty. It really does not matter the starting point.  What is important is the individuals surgeon's commitment to learning the art form of rhinoplasty which takes decades. It definitely is a gray haired person's sport.  You have to do 100's of rhinoplasties to achieve competence. An average busy plastic surgeon performs 1-2 rhinoplasties a month.  That is just not enough to be competent. You have to seek out surgeons who specialize in rhinoplasty.  For example, I perform 3-6 rhinoplasties a week. Also, look critically at the prospective surgeon's galleries and see if there are form resonates with yours.  Best wishes to you.

Jose Telich, MD · Answer

Dear acoyt21 both ENT specialists and plastic surgeons can perform aesthetic rhinoplasty procedures. It's essential to choose a surgeon with extensive experience and training in rhinoplasty, regardless of their specialty. Look for a surgeon who has a thorough understanding of both the aesthetic and functional aspects of nasal surgery.

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question.
As far as I can understand from your question, it would be good to continue the operation with a doctor specializing in ent and facial plastic surgery.
Best regards!

Bora Ok, MD · Answer

Hi from İstanbul! Rhinoplasty can be successfully performed by both ENT specialists and plastic surgeons. What's crucial is reviewing the outcomes your doctor has achieved and ensuring their aesthetic vision aligns with yours. So, make sure to do your research and see as many patient photos as possible that have similar issues as you do. Also, in more specific cases like ethnic rhinoplasty, thick-skin rhinoplasty, it is essential to find a surgeon with extensive experience in that specific area. Hope this helps!

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Rhinoplasty is definitely a difficult and oftentimes humbling operation for the surgeon. An otolaryngologist or a plastic surgeon could do a good job if he or she performs many rhinoplasty surgeries per month and is adequately trained. It's always a good idea to review somebody's before and after galleries to ensure that they are robust and filled with results that you deem desirable. Wishing you well! Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Some ENT doctors are capable of performing rhinoplasty as well as some plastic surgeons.  It depends on the individual.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

ENT or plastic surgeon for rhinoplasty?

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ENT or plastic surgeon for rhinoplasty?

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Answer: Both can perform rhinoplasty but...

Answer: Both can perform rhinoplasty but...

Answer: It depends on the expertise of the surgeon.

Answer: It depends on the expertise of the surgeon.

Answer: Depends on individual

Answer: Depends on individual

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