I am 20 years old and I would like to get a nose job to fix my profile. I am a vocalist and my main priority is maintaining my voice. I am not willing to sacrifice my tone for a smaller nose. Can a nose job change the sound of my voice?

Answer:

When rhinoplasty surgery is performed by a highly skilled surgeon, it should not affect the sound of your voice. Depending on your specific goals for your nose, changing your profile may not require structural changes inside the nose. Again, it depends on your nose and what you would like performed. It is important to find a rhinoplasty specialist to perform your surgery. I have successfully performed rhinoplasty surgery on female vocalists before and the surgeries have yielded excellent results.

Please feel free to call my office at 310-275-2467 if you wish to schedule a consultation.  Thank you and I hope this answers your question.

I am a 29-year-old man with a pointy, triangular nose. I have been saving money for a nose job for many years and I would like to be positively sure that a nose job can help me before undergoing surgery. I cannot afford a revision. How can a nose job make a nose less pointy?

Answer:

A nose job can improve the shape of a pointy nasal tip. The success of the surgery depends heavily on the skill of the surgeon you choose. Find a rhinoplasty surgeon who has a lot of experience performing work on the tip of the nose. Specific techniques can be used to reshape the tip with your own natural tissue and cartilage, which will lead to a natural result. Cartilage grafts are preferable over synthetic grafts. In most cases, no artificial material is needed to reshape the nasal tip. When performed by skilled surgeon, rhinoplasty can create a rounder nasal tip.

To give you the best advice, I would really need to see photographs and/or perform an examination. Every individual is unique. In addition, please feel free to call my office at 310-275-2467 if you wish to schedule a consultation. We can discuss your options to reshape your nasal tip. Thank you and good luck!

I have a pointy nose that I would like to be fixed. I have not found pictures on the internet specifically related to this problem. How could a pointy tip be fixed without scarring? Where does the extra tissue come from to add to the end of my nose? I live out of town. Can I email pictures of my nose to you?

Answer:

A pointy nasal tip can be altered using your own natural tissue. Cartilage may be taken from your ear to add more structure to the nose. When performed by a skilled cosmetic surgeon with experience performing tip work, any scarring will be very discreet. The only scar will be at the base of the nose where the columellar incision takes place, and will be difficult to see. Every patient is different, and an evaluation of your nose will help me give a more detailed explanation of how this procedure works.

Thank you and I hope this helps answer your question.

I am a 20-year-old woman and I just received a nose job very recently. The area behind my front teeth is numb. It is annoying to me. When will it go away?

Answer:

Numbness behind your front teeth is not abnormal following rhinoplasty surgery. Some of the nerves of the upper teeth pass through the nose. They may be affected during surgery. Typically, the numbness will subside after a few weeks or months. You should communicate your concerns to your surgeon since he or she is the best source of information regarding your specific case. At this early stage of recovery, your doctor can give you the best advice. Thank you for the question and best of luck to you.

I have a nose job scheduled for tomorrow but I feel like I am getting a cold. I do not want to postpone surgery unless I absolutely have to, since I have been waiting for a long time. Can I get a nose job while I have a cold?

Answer:

You should talk to your surgeon about your symptoms. He or she will decide if it is safe to proceed with surgery as scheduled.  When you have a cold, the inside of your nose may be swollen due to issues with the sinuses. Swelling can make it difficult for the surgeon to operate. Depending on the severity of your symptoms, your surgeon may be able to proceed but ultimately he or she can make that decision. Thank you for the question.

I am a 35-year-old female and I have smoked cigarettes for the last 15 years. I want to get a nose job but I know that smoking disqualifies me from getting one. I am trying to motivate myself to quit smoking with a nose job. How long do I have to be smoke-free before I can get a nose job safely?

Answer:

You should refrain from smoking for at least four to six weeks prior to rhinoplasty surgery and for the same amount of time after surgery. Smoking increases swelling of the nasal cavities and may reduce the body’s circulation. Nicotine found in cigarettes is a vasoconstrictor, meaning it constricts the flow of blood through blood vessels. Swelling and poor circulation will delay your healing time.

Your surgeon will inform you of any medications you should abstain from before and after the surgery, and will recommend avoiding alcohol consumption prior to and following surgery. These precautions are taken to shorten the healing process and promote better results. Thank you for the question and good luck.

I am an 18-year-old male and I am having rhinoplasty to correct a deviated septum and I’m also getting my bridge widened. I figured I would get both procedures done at the same time while I am under anesthesia. Are there any additional risks to having both the cosmetic and functional surgeries done at the same time?

Answer:

Patients commonly have both functional and cosmetic surgery performed at the same time. The only additional risks come from the fact that you will be under general anesthesia for a longer period of time. There are some risks associated with general anesthesia. These risks can be minimized when the surgery is performed in a facility that has the proper equipment and a knowledgeable and well-trained staff. If any complications do arise, your surgeon will be able to address them quickly. Performing functional and cosmetic rhinoplasty at the same time has no effect on the outcome of the surgeries. Thank you and I hope this helps.

I am a 27-year-old male and I have a crooked nose. I want to get it fixed with a nose job but I have heard that noses can collapse after surgery. Is it common for the nose to collapse after a nose job?

Answer:

The risk of the nose collapsing is minimal when rhinoplasty is performed by a high skilled specialist. Nasal collapse can occur when the surgeon has little experience or simply is not familiar with the rhinoplasty procedure. It is important to choose an experienced rhinoplasty specialist to perform any type of nose surgery because of the delicate structures within the nose.

Collapse generally occurs when too much bone or cartilage was removed during surgery. The nose not properly supported. If there is an excess of bone and or cartilage removed, the nose will not have adequate support. Today, rhinoplasty surgeons tend to take a “less is more” approach to avoid such complications. Minor changes can have a large impact on the appearance of the nose. Being less aggressive decreases the risk of complications that may lead to additional surgeries.

When choosing a surgeon, discuss your concerns with him or her during the consultation. A well-trained surgeon should use a surgical method that provides support for your nose and he or she should take precautionary measures to minimize the chance of nasal collapse in the future. Thank you and I hope this helps.

I am concerned that people will not recognize me after I have rhinoplasty surgery. I do not want my friends and family to think I have changed. Does this happen a lot after rhinoplasty?

Answer:

Rhinoplasty, when performed properly by a highly skilled surgeon, should not drastically change your appearance. Your rhinoplasty surgeon should listen to your goals for the surgery and help you achieve those goals. Your resulting nose should be a better version of your own nose. It should still fit in with your facial features.

Because the nose is the center point of the face, small changes can have a big impact on your appearance. Subtle changes are advisable in order to maintain a natural look.

If you are African American, Asian, or Hispanic, select a rhinoplasty surgeon that specializes in ethnic rhinoplasty. Variations in nasal anatomy between different ethnicities require special skill to perform a rhinoplasty while preserving the patient’s features. The goal for every rhinoplasty surgery is to give the patient a nose that looks appropriate for his or her face.

The most important step in achieving natural-looking results is finding a surgeon with whom you have good communication. Research potential surgeons and look at before-and-after photographs before choosing a surgeon. When you have a face to face consultation, discuss your goals and any concerns you may have with your surgeon.

I have a great deal of experience performing rhinoplasty surgery on patients with noses of all shapes. You can view the before-and-after photos to see how rhinoplasty, when performed correctly, can improve the look of the nose without changing the look of the face. Thank you, and I hope this helps answer your question.