Is getting a rhinoplasty in your 20s any different than having it done in your 40s?

Rhinoplasty at any age primarily focuses on the anatomical issues of that individual person. So it is perfectly fine to undergo rhinoplasty at any age as long as you are healthy and have reasonable expectations. Sometimes older patients may want something a little different than younger patients, but a qualified rhinoplasty surgeon will determine the best plan during consultation.

Hello:

Thank you so much for a very interesting question regarding age and rhinoplasty. To begin answering your question, I can tell you if you are in good health and a candidate for the procedure, you are never too old. With that said, there are 3 different age groups that I see consult for nose surgery in my New York City office.

The first group is in the 14 year old to 23 year old age range. This group typically wants to alter their nose before they go to college or enter the work force without anyone noticing a drastic change in their appearance. The second group I consult with is in the 35 year old to 45 year old age range. This group has always desired to undergo rhinoplasty surgery but for a variety of reasons were unable to have the surgery performed when they were younger.

Interestingly, there is a newer group of patients that are in their 60's wanting to get a nose job. This group which consists of both male and female patients, undergo rhinoplasty surgery when they get a facelift, brow lift or eyelid surgery. As your face ages, your skin sags and your nose begins to droop. As with any aging face surgery, rhinoplasty can also help lift the tip of your nose as it has begun to fall and/or droop over the years.

Whatever age you may be when considering altering your nose, the best advice I can give you is to consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon that specializes in rhinoplasty surgery. Experienced hands matter and you need to have a good rapport, trust and unified vision with your facial plastic surgeon to achieve the results you desire. 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our New York City office and we will make every effort possible to answer any of your questions. I have included a website link that gives and in depth explanation of this procedure as well as a video where I discuss age and does it matter when related to nose surgery.

Sincerely, 

Philip J. Miller, MD, FACS

Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Thanks for the question. ! You can perform rhinoplasty at yours 40 without problem! Send your photos to us to give you the best advice you need. Kind regards