What is the Difference Between the American Board of Plastic Surgery and American Board of Otolaryngology?

Surgeons certified by either of those two boards are qualified to perform rhinoplasty and chin and cheek augmentation.

American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery certified surgeons focus on facial procedures and have a background in Otolaryngology. American Board of Plastic Surgery certified surgeons have a background in performing both full body (breast, abdominal, hand for example) and facial surgery.

You can find a qualified and excellent surgeon from either specialty, but just because the surgeon has board certification doesn't necessarily mean that they have a particular interest or aptitude with the facial procedures you are interested in.

Going beyond the certification you should review surgeons' before and after photos and consult with a few to find the surgeon that is the best fit for you.

Both boards are distinguished an require extensive training and commitment. The American Board of Plastic Surgery is for plastic surgeons while the Board of otolaryngology is for ENT ear nose and throat surgeons. ENT surgeons who are interested in cosmetic surgery frequently pursue additional certification by the Facial Plastic Surgery society. Rhinoplasty surgeons can be certified by either board. When choosing the appropriate surgeon, you should ensure that the surgeon is experienced, and his work demonstrates technical skill and artistic talent.