I am looking to have a consultation for my nose in regards to better breathing solutions, however if surgery is recommended I do also want to have some cosmetic adjustments made at the same time. Is it better to see an ENT first to establish a game plan for the breathing or is it better to find a plastic surgeon who pleases your personal esthetic?
Answer: Nasal issues There are both plastic surgeons and ENTs who can take care of both issues at the same time. Choose your surgeon in either specialty based on experience and results and go on a few consults. Anybody who can take care if the aesthetics will likely be able to deal with the breathing regardless of whether it's a plastic surgeon or ENT.
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Answer: Nasal issues There are both plastic surgeons and ENTs who can take care of both issues at the same time. Choose your surgeon in either specialty based on experience and results and go on a few consults. Anybody who can take care if the aesthetics will likely be able to deal with the breathing regardless of whether it's a plastic surgeon or ENT.
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April 6, 2017
Answer: ENT or plastic surgeon? Dear FacesbyPriya,A facial plastic surgeon would be your best bet as they are trained in both cosmetic and functional medicine. I would recommend finding a surgeon with a lot of septorhinoplasty experience. It is important to look at before and after photos and find a surgeon that you feel comfortable with. Best regards,Nima Shemirani
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April 6, 2017
Answer: ENT or plastic surgeon? Dear FacesbyPriya,A facial plastic surgeon would be your best bet as they are trained in both cosmetic and functional medicine. I would recommend finding a surgeon with a lot of septorhinoplasty experience. It is important to look at before and after photos and find a surgeon that you feel comfortable with. Best regards,Nima Shemirani
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April 5, 2017
Answer: ENT or plastic surgeon Commonly ENT surgeons can address your breathing concerns, but may refer you to a plastic surgeon to discuss cosmetic goals. You may benefit from finding a plastic surgeon who also specializes in septoplasty surgery for breathing concerns so one surgeon can address both components.
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April 5, 2017
Answer: ENT or plastic surgeon Commonly ENT surgeons can address your breathing concerns, but may refer you to a plastic surgeon to discuss cosmetic goals. You may benefit from finding a plastic surgeon who also specializes in septoplasty surgery for breathing concerns so one surgeon can address both components.
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April 5, 2017
Answer: ENT versus Plastic Surgeon I think you are fine seeing either one - as long as they have dedicated experience in performing septorhinoplasty. Someone who is an expert in rhinoplasty should have sufficient skills in helping to improve your nasal function while also improving the appearance. Make sure you see plenty of patient examples that show the aesthetic of the surgeon. I have provided a link below that helps you understand many of the common rhinoplasty issues patients like you may face.
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April 5, 2017
Answer: ENT versus Plastic Surgeon I think you are fine seeing either one - as long as they have dedicated experience in performing septorhinoplasty. Someone who is an expert in rhinoplasty should have sufficient skills in helping to improve your nasal function while also improving the appearance. Make sure you see plenty of patient examples that show the aesthetic of the surgeon. I have provided a link below that helps you understand many of the common rhinoplasty issues patients like you may face.
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April 4, 2017
Answer: Both! When it comes to cosmetics both Facial Plastic surgeons and General Plastic Surgeons do good work. When it comes to breathing improvement and internal nasal surgery, Facial Plastic Surgeons have the advantage of having Ear-Nose-Throat training. I would not recommend an ENT doctor do the cosmetic aspect of your nose. Ideally a Facial Plastic surgeon who performs only scarless rhinoplasty as 100% of his surgical practice (aka doesn't do facelifts and eyelid and breast and body surgery). All the best
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April 4, 2017
Answer: Both! When it comes to cosmetics both Facial Plastic surgeons and General Plastic Surgeons do good work. When it comes to breathing improvement and internal nasal surgery, Facial Plastic Surgeons have the advantage of having Ear-Nose-Throat training. I would not recommend an ENT doctor do the cosmetic aspect of your nose. Ideally a Facial Plastic surgeon who performs only scarless rhinoplasty as 100% of his surgical practice (aka doesn't do facelifts and eyelid and breast and body surgery). All the best
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