I had a consult for a rhinoplasty. I don’t like my droopy tip and small hump on the bridge. I had two different consults, one surgeon said closed and 45 mins, the second said closed at first but when he saw the inspo pics he said 2.5hrs and open. The second doctor seemed to change his mind. And he sent me a simulation photo that I hated, the tip is too pointy. But the first surgeon offered no visuals. How do I choose?
February 22, 2021
Answer: Choosing the correct rhinoplasty surgeon With so many surgeons and non surgeons swamping social media with bold claims and fake outcomes it is quite difficult for the consumer to really know who they should be seeing for the best potential outcomes. Rhinoplasty narrows the field in that you have the opportunity to look at pre and post operative photos and determine if these are the noses that you would like to have. Giving you a perfect simulation from computer imaging can be misleading. Your rhinoplasty surgeon needs to present to you realistic expectations of the outcome of your nose. However, a bad simulation would indicate that your surgeon does not understand what makes a nose look natural and good. I have yet to meet a patient who cares whether the nose was done closed versus open if the nose does not look good. You are an attractive young woman and getting your nose done correctly will be transformative.
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February 22, 2021
Answer: Choosing the correct rhinoplasty surgeon With so many surgeons and non surgeons swamping social media with bold claims and fake outcomes it is quite difficult for the consumer to really know who they should be seeing for the best potential outcomes. Rhinoplasty narrows the field in that you have the opportunity to look at pre and post operative photos and determine if these are the noses that you would like to have. Giving you a perfect simulation from computer imaging can be misleading. Your rhinoplasty surgeon needs to present to you realistic expectations of the outcome of your nose. However, a bad simulation would indicate that your surgeon does not understand what makes a nose look natural and good. I have yet to meet a patient who cares whether the nose was done closed versus open if the nose does not look good. You are an attractive young woman and getting your nose done correctly will be transformative.
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February 20, 2021
Answer: Rhinoplasty, open or closed Based on these photos, you seem to be excellent candidate for rhinoplasty. Open or closed, it doesn't meter, leave that to a surgeon. Even most experienced plastic surgeons with expertise in rhinoplasty, may prefer one technique to another, for different reason. Also, the fact that one surgeon will do nose surgery in 45 min and other in 2.5 hours does not tell you much about their expertise. Consultation, review of before and after photos and your report with surgeon should be some of the factors about making decision where to go. Good luck.
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February 20, 2021
Answer: Rhinoplasty, open or closed Based on these photos, you seem to be excellent candidate for rhinoplasty. Open or closed, it doesn't meter, leave that to a surgeon. Even most experienced plastic surgeons with expertise in rhinoplasty, may prefer one technique to another, for different reason. Also, the fact that one surgeon will do nose surgery in 45 min and other in 2.5 hours does not tell you much about their expertise. Consultation, review of before and after photos and your report with surgeon should be some of the factors about making decision where to go. Good luck.
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