How much would it cost to fix my broken nose in Los Angeles? (photos)

Rhinoplasty may range from $5000 to $10,000 in most cases, and both issues can be addressed at the same time.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

It sounds simple, but eliminating those bumps on the side of your nasal bridge requires more work than you may think.  Your nasal bones will need to be re-broken at the time of surgery.  You are pretty much looking at a complete rhinoplasty to achieve the ideal appearance.  Costs vary, but expect it to be anywhere between $7000 and $9000.

The cost of rhinoplasty varies from surgeon to surgeon.  Also, insurance can sometimes cover a portion of the surgery if you have functional problems after breaking it.  I recommend seeing a surgeon for consultation.

A rhinoplasty and a  septoplasty are 2 completely separate operations the, and are done for different reasons. A rhinoplasty is performed for cosmetic purposes to  straighten a crooked nose, and remove the dorsal hump. Patients must pay for this component of the surgery themselves. A septoplasty is performed when there is a deviated septum in the back of the nose blocking airflow. A septoplasty is performed for medical necessity and is billed to the patient's medical insurance. A septoplasty and rhinoplasty can both be performed at the same time, under one anesthesia. For many examples and more information about the difference between the 2 surgeries, please see link and the video below

Rhinoplasty after a nasal fracture is more difficult than nasal augmentation without a prior injury. When the bone heals, it can form these slight irregularities which are sometimes difficult to correct completely back to your prior state. That being said, I think you would absolutely benefit from a rhinoplasty to address the bumps and also to improve your breathing. I would need to evaluate you in person, but many times I am able to do these cases mostly covered by your insurance. Best of luck

Dear cmongethappy, A septorhinoplasty procedure would be a combined procedure to address both aesthetics and function of the nose. The "septo" portion will address the deviated septum and breathing difficulties which may include turbinate reduction. The "rhinoplasty" portion would address the aesthetic issues. An in office consultation will allow a direct examination to diagnose your breathing problems. Digital imaging may be done to show you the proposed surgical results. The desired end result is an aesthetically pleasing nose as well as a fully functional nose. During consultation your insurance may be reviewed and possibly pre-authorized for the functional portion of your procedure. After this is done then a proper quote can be given for the surgical expenses. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.

A rhinoplasty is done to improve the appearance and function of the nose whether the problems are secondary to trauma or inherited characteristics. Cost will be determined after an examination but will vary between $6,000-9,000.