Los Angeles Rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills - Revision Rhinoplasty

Viewing Before-and-After Photos

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Prior to your appointment, spend some time viewing before and after images of your surgeon's previous rhinoplasty patients on his or her website. You may wish to review additional images during your consultation. As you look at these photos, there are several things you should consider. Do the results look natural, or do they look overdone or artificial? Do you
see a broad spectrum of types of noses and types of results, or do all the noses look similar? Do you see any scars? In addition, don't be distracted by an improved hairstyle
or a great tan in an "after" photo. Keep your eyes on the contours of the nose and how
balanced it is with the rest of the face.

Determining the Best Surgical Techniques for You Based on the anatomy of your nose and your goals, your surgeon
will determine which surgical techniques will best help you achieve the look you desire. In your research, you may have read about various nose reshaping techniques, and you may be convinced that a certain technique is best for you. However, based on the complexity of your particular case, the surgeon may suggest a different technique. Remember that your surgeon is basing his or her recommendations on years of experience, so it's important to keep an open mind during your consultation.

Paying for Your Surgery

At some point during your consultation, you should learn about the costs associated with rhinoplasty and the various options available for paying for your surgery. When discussing the costs of surgery, it's important to ask what exactly is included in the quoted price. Does it include all pre- and postoperative office visits? Does it include the anesthesiologist's fee? Does it include the operating room fees? Are there any additional fees? What if you develop complications or if you require revisionary surgery? By the time you leave the surgeon's office, you should know the total cost of your surgery.

Most facial plastic surgeons expect payment in full prior to your surgery date. To help you determine the best way to pay for surgery, staff members are usually available to assist you with financing options. In many offices, you can fill out a financing application during your consultation.

In general, elective cosmetic surgery procedures aren't covered by insurance. However, if your surgeon will be correcting any breathing problems during your rhinoplasty procedure, your insurance provider may pay for a portion of the surgery. This depends on the corrections being made, your insurance provider, and the type of coverage you have. Call your insurance company to determine whether any portion of your rhinoplasty procedure will be covered. In Canada, only reconstructive rhinoplasties with measured breathing problems are covered.

Evaluating Your Rapport with the Surgeon

In addition to asking about such issues as surgeon credentials, also be aware of your rapport with the surgeon during your consultation. From the moment you walk into the surgeon's office, notice how you're treated. Are you encouraged to ask questions? Do you feel like the surgeon is really listening to your concerns, or is he or she offering you a
cookie-cutter approach to nose reshaping? Do you feel comfortable with the surgeon?

Feeling comfortable with your surgeon is key to achieving the best results possible. If you're trying to choose between a few equally qualified surgeons, your comfort level may be the deciding factor. When you feel comfortable, you're more likely to have good communication with your surgeon, and communication is important in obtaining great results.

Talking to Former Patients

One of the best ways to evaluate your surgeon is to talk to former patients who have gone through the rhinoplasty process. The experiences of such patients can give you a better idea of the quality of care you can expect from the surgeon. Therefore, you should ask to speak to a couple of the surgeon's previous rhinoplasty patients. Any qualified facial plastic surgeon should be willing to put you in contact with former patients. In fact, most qualified surgeons maintain a list of former patients who are willing to talk about their experiences with people like you who are considering nose surgery. In addition, you should read any patient testimonials on the surgeon's web site.

Questions to Ask Former Patients

• Why did you choose this surgeon?
• Were your results close to what you were shown on the computer imaging?
• Are you pleased with your results?
• Was there anything about the rhinoplasty process you weren't prepared for?
• Is there anything you wish you'd done differently?
• If you had complications, how did the surgeon handle them?
• Were there any additional costs that hadn't been discussed?
• Would you go back to this surgeon for another procedure?

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