Should I get a rhinoplasty if I only want a small change?

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If a person only want a small change should they still get surgery? Is it worth the expense if they don't need a major change? Do you have an ideal candidate?

Michael A. Persky, MD · Answer

Hello,Assuming that you are asking about strickly aesthetic rhinoplasty, the answer to your question is that no one "needs" rhinoplasty.Subtle rhinoplasty is an excellent procedure for patients who are bothered by an aspect of their nose, but don't want to have major changes to their nose and appearance.  Examples would be a small hump on profile in an otherwise nice looking nose, or a tip that is a little to bulbous for the rest of the nose, or a nose that is too thin in the mid-third that a narrow spreader graft would help.If whatever concerns you about your nose bothers you enough, then it is definitely worth undergoing a subltle rhinoplasty to achieve your nasal aesthetic goals for the rest of your life.Make sure to choose your rhinoplasty surgeon most carefully!!!  Good luck and be well.Michael Persky, MDEncino, CA

Elliot M. Heller, MD · Answer

You should go for a Consultation about your nose and see what the surgeon recommends. Rhinoplasty typically starts at $5,500 depending on the area you live. To make sure you get the best possible result, the surgeon should perform a detailed exam of the nose and provide a realistic goal that you and your surgeon agree upon. Rhinoplasty are permanent, but with age facial features do change.

Michael T. Somenek, MD · Answer

Rhinoplasty is a procedure
that is performed on people of all ages.  Some seek consultation for a
rhinoplasty because they are unhappy with the noses they were born with or the
manner in which aging has changed their nose. 
Some of the features that one may look to correct are the nasal profile,
a bulbous tip, a crooked nose, or a deviated septum.  For others, an injury may have distorted the
nose and caused permanent deformity. In addition to desiring a cosmetic
improvement to the nose, some may also be looking to improve their breathing.
Nothing has a greater impact on how a person looks than the size and shape of
the nose. Because the nose is the most defining characteristic of the face, a
slight alteration can greatly improve one’s appearance. If you are interested, it would benefit you to seek consultation with a rhinoplasty specialist to get a full evaluation and see if you are an appropriate candidate.

Humberto Palladino, MD, FACS · Answer

Cosmetic rhinoplasty is only for those looking to correct nasal features they dislike. Depending on the degree of correction you can go from and minimally invasive non-surgical rhinoplasty to a full open rhinoplasty with major corrections.

Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired) · Answer

Good question!  No one needs a Rhinoplasty.  The patient who gets a Cosmetic Rhinoplasty is usually one that is concerned about his or her looks.  They may be embarrassed by a large, deformed nose.  A women may desire a soft feminine look, while a man may just want to look handsome.  If you are interested in Rhinoplasty, consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who is highly experienced, for an in person exam to discuss your expectations.  Best to you!

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