Aesthetic · Face
Rhinoplasty (Nose Reshaping)
Surgically alters the nose’s shape or size for improved appearance or breathing.
What it is
Rhinoplasty is surgery to change the shape or size of the nose. It can address a hump, a wide or drooping tip, or asymmetry, and may also be combined with work to improve breathing.
Who it’s for
- Adults and older teenagers whose nose has finished growing
- People unhappy with the shape, size or symmetry of their nose
- Those with breathing difficulty from a deviated septum or nasal structure
- People with a nose changed by a previous injury
How it’s done
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Step 01
Surgery is usually done under general anaesthesia.
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Step 02
Incisions are made inside the nose, sometimes with a small cut across the skin between the nostrils.
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Step 03
Bone and cartilage are reshaped, reduced or supported with grafts as planned.
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Step 04
The skin is re-draped and incisions are closed with fine stitches.
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Step 05
A splint is placed on the nose, and soft packing may be used inside.
Recovery time
The splint is usually removed after about 1 week, and most people return to desk work in about 1–2 weeks. Swelling settles gradually and subtle swelling can last many months. Your surgeon will advise based on your assessment.
Results
Changes are usually visible once the splint is removed, but the nose continues to refine as swelling settles over 12 months or more. Results vary with skin thickness and healing.
Results vary from person to person.
Questions about Rhinoplasty
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Most incisions are inside the nose. If a small outer incision is used, it is placed to be as inconspicuous as possible and usually fades over months.
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When breathing problems are caused by the nasal structure, surgery may help. Your surgeon will assess your nose to advise.
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Cost depends on the complexity of the surgery. It is discussed at consultation.
Results vary from person to person. The information on this website is for general education and is not a substitute for a personal consultation. Procedures carry risks, which will be discussed with you before any treatment. Page copy pending medical review