Rhinoplasty

What Cosmetic Issues Can a Rhinoplasty Address?

An extremely popular plastic surgery procedure, rhinoplasty can dramatically improve your facial appearance by:

• Reducing the size of an overly large and prominent nose
• Straightening a crooked nose
• Improving the appearance of a hooked nose
• Reducing a nasal hump
• Correcting a bulbous tip
• Narrowing nostrils that are too wide

Rhinoplasty is an extremely delicate surgery. As such, it requires the touch of an experienced plastic surgeon like Dr. Scarpidis, who deeply understands the nuances associated with this challenging procedure.

Dr. Scarpidis doesn’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to cosmetic nose surgery. Rather, he seeks to define each individual’s ideal nose based on their unique facial anatomy and contours. This personalized approach allows him to routinely sculpt noses that are not only objectively exquisite but also look and feel as though they naturally belong on the patient’s face.

The best candidates for rhinoplasty are individuals who want to transform the appearance of their nose due to an overly large appearance, an unsightly bump, an asymmetrical look, or another aesthetic imperfection. In addition, it’s important that you’re healthy, at least 16 years old, and have realistic expectations.

Your New York rhinoplasty will be performed under general anesthesia, ensuring complete comfort and safety throughout surgery. Dr. Scarpidis then proceeds with either an open or closed incision option.

In an open rhinoplasty, incisions will be made inside the nose and along the skin between the nostrils. This allows Dr. Scarpidis to lift the skin and gain an unobstructed view of the underlying nasal structure. In a closed rhinoplasty, he only makes incisions inside the nose, ensuring completely invisible scars. Choosing between these two options will be a critical part of your surgery, so Dr. Scarpidis will spend a substantial amount of time helping you make the right decision during your initial consultation. 

Once the incision(s) have been made, Dr. Scarpidis will reshape the nasal structure – correcting any abnormalities and sculpting the nose until it has your desired shape and size. Lastly, he’ll carefully close the incisions to make sure that any resulting scars are virtually invisible once you’ve fully healed.

During recovery, it’s essential to keep your head elevated and avoid strenuous activities that could impact your healing. You’ll want to follow your post-operative instructions closely, attend all follow-up appointments, and use cold compresses as directed to minimize swelling.

Patients are encouraged to avoid any contact sports, heavy exercise, and wearing glasses directly on the bridge of the nose during the early healing period. Most individuals can return to school or work within 7-10 days, but minor swelling might persist for several weeks as your newly refined nose settles into its final shape.

Benefits of Cosmetic Nasal Surgery

• Better proportion between the nose and other facial features
• Refined nasal tip and bridge contours
• Enhanced facial harmony and balance
• Improved self-confidence and self-esteem

The price of your potential rhinoplasty treatment will depend on the exact surgical techniques used, anesthesia fees, and other patient-specific factors. During your consultation, we will calculate the total cost of your treatment plan.