Why is it so expensive to suture my nose tip? 7,000-10,000? Really? (Photo)

It's not possible to just suture the nose tip to correct what you see. You would need a full rhinoplasty, involving very complicated work on the tip of your nose. In fact, it's work so complicated that most plastic surgeons cannot accomplish it with expertise.

It's just that you don't have training in this area. If you were to follow me around for six months, seeing what goes on during various rhinoplasties, in detail, you'd have a better feel for why it can be soooooo hard to make what seems like just a tiny change!I'd recommend reading the section in my "Web reference" link on how to find an expert plastic surgeon. You have a very difficult nose to approach surgically, and you need to take care to stay out of trouble.

Hello and thanks for your question.Please keep in mind that this is your face and nose. It would cost a great deal more to correct a surgery that was not done well. I would highly recommend you focus on quality and not the cost. This is an artistic, difficult and precise procedure that needs a surgeon who is truly passionate about the field. It needs a great deal of expertise, extensive training, knowledge of anatomy, artistry and commitment to best possible result.I would highly recommend visiting a few plastic surgeons who specialize in this exacting and artistic procedure. In our office we provide patients with a personalized, and individualized  consultation to address these similar issues.



For more information and many before and after examples please see the link below.



Best wishes and good luck.



Dr. Sajjadian



Triple Certified Plastic Surgeon

Iknow just how u feel! I say the same thing when a Plummer comes to my house. If he "fixes a small leak but later the house floods" then I would know why one should shop quality not price. Often Morris required than a tip alone since the rest of the nose has to be balanced. I charge more as do other very experienced rhinoplasty surgeons because I have more than35 years experience doing thousands of noses and half of those are revisions needed because the primary surgery turned out poorly. Shop quality not price--unless u don't mind "a flooded house".

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your
photograph, you may benefit from a tip refining rhinoplasty. Your surgeon can
accomplish this by trimming, suturing, and reshaping the cartilage in your
lower nose. Cost varies based on geographic region and surgeon expertise.  My best advice is to not choose your surgeon based on price alone.  Make sure you specifically look at before and after
pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon
and not just a computer animation system. The most important
aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek
consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate
you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

The total cost of a rhinoplasty takes many factors into account. In addition to the surgeon fee, there are significant costs for both the operating room and for anesthesia. In general, fees are based on the amount of time that will be required in the operating room. It is important to understand, however, that even though an "indent" in the tip may seem small, creating a beautiful nose in a safe, successful and long lasting manner takes time. Even the smallest defect requires precise surgical techniques and a healthy respect for nasal support and function. Rhinoplasty surgery is art. As a result, I always tell my patients that the surgery will take as long as it needs to, I am not in a rush, and we will not leave the operating room until I am completely happy.