Nose Job

Good communication between you and your rhinoplasty surgeon about your nose job and your expectations is essential. In your consultation with your doctor, he will ask what you’d like your nose to look like, evaluate the structure of your nose and face, and discuss the possibilities with you. He will explain the factors that can influence the nose job and the results. These factors include the structure of your nasal bones and cartilage, the shape of your face, the thickness of your skin, your age, and your expectations.

A Nose Job is a surgical procedure to reshape or reconstruct the nose. Rhinoplasty can enhance the appearance of the nose by adjusting the size, shape, length, or other proportions of the nose. Nose reshaping surgery may also be an option to adjust the nose tip or nostril area.

Your nose is one of the more prominent features on your face. It provides the focal point around which the rest of your facial features are built. It’s not uncommon for both men and women to be self-conscious about the size or shape of their noses.

At SKIN CLUB, we understand that the decision to undergo rhinoplasty can often be an emotional one. This is why before asking about the cost of a nose job, think of the pros and cons of this nose reshaping surgery. We highly recommend booking for a consultation first instead of jumping to the rhinoplasty surgery just yet.

Corrective rhinoplasty can help restore functionality to the nasal area or reduce breathing problems related to nose injuries or nasal deformities, such as repairing a deviated septum.

However, it is worth noting that a rhinoplasty surgery also involves several procedures that reshape your nose while avoiding impinging on nasal functionality. There are also instances when open rhinoplasty is recommended, depending on your goals and what you need. These things should always be consulted with your doctor to ensure natural-looking changes.

Rhinoplasty surgery appeals to most individuals who are unhappy with the size, shape, or overall appearance of their noses. If you are extremely self-conscious about the appearance of your nose or your side profile, you may want to explore your surgical options on nose reshaping.

You may require about corrective rhinoplasty techniques if you suffer from breathing problems, a deviated nasal septum, a collapsed nasal bridge, or some forms of sleep apnea (snoring).

Cosmetic nose surgery is intended to improve the shape, size, and general appearance of the nose to achieve a harmonious balance with a person’s other facial features. Rhinoplasty is sometimes performed in conjunction with a facelift.

• Your nose appears too large
• There is a bump on the nasal bridge when viewed in profile
• Your nose seems too wide when viewed from the front
• The nasal tip droops or plunges
• The tip is thickened or enlarged
• Your nostrils are excessively flared
• Your nose is off-center or crooked
• Previous injury has made your nose asymmetrical

To be considered a suitable candidate for nose surgery, you must have realistic expectations about what rhinoplasty surgery can and cannot achieve. Whilst nose surgery may improve the appearance of your nose when performed by a highly skilled surgeon, surgery is unlikely to be life-changing. Revision requests are not uncommon. The same is true with other types of plastic surgery procedures, which is why we tailor fit every treatment to every patient’s goals.

Since rhinoplasty surgery is invasive and corrective, there is a need to assess the face shape, base of the nose, and how the result of the plastic surgery will look on the face. We always aim for a natural-looking nose that does not look out of place.

Simple implant nose surgery can be performed under local anaesthesia and takes about one to one and a half hours to complete. For augmentation rhinoplasty with a combination of nose implant for the dorsum and tip-plasty with ear/septal cartilage, it may be done under sedation or general anaesthesia and takes 2-4 hours to finish.

Medications and General Anaesthesia – These are administered for your comfort during your rhinoplasty procedure.

An Open Rhinoplasty will require a small incision across the central part of the base of the nose (columella). This type of incision allows the entire skin over the nasal cartilage to be lifted up. This will give access to your plastic surgeon on the underlying cartilage and nasal bones, which can then be surgically adjusted or reshaped.

A Closed Rhinoplasty requires small incisions within the nostrils, therefore resulting in no visible scarring. The Surgeon then completes the procedure through a small hole made inside the nose. Because the nasal skin is not elevated or lifted, this typically means your doctor will have less ability to make precise changes. As a result, closed rhinoplasty nose surgery may not suit most patients.

Incisions – After the incisions are created, your surgeon will strategically reshape the inner bones of your nose, reducing or rearranging nasal cartilage as required to provide you with a more aesthetically pleasing nose appearance OR improved function.

Adjustments – After your plastic surgeon adjusts the nose shape, size, tip, width, or other aspects of your nasal structures, sutures are then used to close your incisions.

Your Recovery and Healing period begins after Surgery. Please be aware that you must be extremely patient as you recover from nose surgery. You are unlikely to see your surgery results for several months, due to the extended healing periods that are involved with facial surgery. Post-operative care must be strictly observed to avoid problems.

All types of plastic surgery have risks, and rhinoplasty is no exemption. This is why you should choose your nose surgeons carefully and don’t just decide based on how much for the nose job they charge.

This includes general anaesthesia, bleeding (Haematoma), infection, wound healing, deep vein thrombosis, scarring, and numbness. Always stay informed and healthy and do not smoke.

The price of rhinoplasty surgery will range from plastic surgeon to plastic surgeon and treatment plan to treatment plan. Cost is always a consideration in plastic surgery, but it should not be the only consideration. You should never compromise your surgery rhinoplasty results just to be able to save a little from your budget.

You have the right to be informed about the costs you can expect before you have your rhinoplasty surgery. This is called “informed financial consent”. When you book for an initial consultation, we can provide a starting price point for this procedure, and we will review the full cost of your treatment plan at the consultation.

Generally, rhinoplasty surgery by an experienced Melbourne Plastic Surgeon with FRACS often ranges from $15,000/$16,000 to $26,000 and up. However, you should keep in mind that surgery costs may vary depending on your surgeon’s level of expertise and other factors such as medical vs cosmetic.

Don’t hesitate to ask any questions you may have, especially those regarding your expectations and concerns about the results of your nose job. The cost of these procedures varies, ensure to be clear on your rhinoplasty cost by obtaining a quote for surgery after your consultation.

Support surgical packing will be placed in the nose during the surgical procedure and will generally be removed within 24-48 hours post-surgery. The bandaging and splint will be removed within about 10 days. Your face will be swollen and bruised for at least 10 days after surgery. Your doctor may also recommend mild pain medication to alleviate any discomfort. Cold compresses will also help to minimise the swelling and bruising.

Recovery time will vary from patient to patient, but you should expect to take off at least two weeks from your normal activities, including work, and it may be several weeks before you can resume any strenuous exercise. You will be given post-surgery instructions to follow.

In terms of looking for rhinoplasty Melbourne, you should start asking around for reviews for Melbourne rhinoplasty patients to know about your options. It is an expensive procedure that needs a lot of research, which will definitely pay off after you’ve had your rhinoplasty surgery. While results may vary according to a lot of factors, you should not think twice about choosing a board-certified cosmetic doctor with enough experience in rhinoplasty Melbourne.

If you are looking for a Melbourne Nose Job book in your free consult with SKIN CLUB Cosmetic Doctors in Melbourne.