Rhinoplasty, commonly known as a nose job, is surgery used to change the shape or proportions of the nose, improve nasal function, or address both cosmetic and breathing concerns.
Depending on individual anatomy and treatment goals, rhinoplasty may be used to refine the nasal tip, reduce a dorsal hump, correct asymmetry, change nasal width or projection, or address structural problems affecting breathing.
If you are considering treatment, Tabeebo helps you compare rhinoplasty specialists and medical providers by location, experience, specialty, language and other available profile information.
Find Rhinoplasty Specialists
Use the filters below to explore doctors and medical providers offering rhinoplasty.
When comparing providers, consider:
- Relevant medical qualifications
- Experience with rhinoplasty
- Cosmetic and functional nasal surgery experience
- Before-and-after results where available
- Hospital or clinic affiliation
- Location
- Languages spoken
- Consultation options
The most appropriate surgeon depends on your anatomy, treatment goals and whether cosmetic, functional or revision surgery is required.
What Can Rhinoplasty Change?
Rhinoplasty may address concerns such as:
- A prominent nasal hump
- A crooked or asymmetric nose
- A broad or poorly defined nasal tip
- Excessive or inadequate tip projection
- Wide nostrils or nasal base
- Nasal proportions that appear unbalanced with the face
- Structural problems affecting airflow
Not every concern requires the same surgical approach.
A professional assessment should consider the nasal bones, cartilage, skin thickness, septum, airway and overall facial proportions before treatment is planned.
Cosmetic vs. Functional Rhinoplasty
Cosmetic Rhinoplasty
Cosmetic rhinoplasty focuses primarily on changing the appearance or proportions of the nose.
The aim should be to create a result that suits the patient’s facial structure rather than applying the same nose shape to everyone.
Functional Rhinoplasty
Functional rhinoplasty addresses structural problems that interfere with breathing.
Some patients require both cosmetic and functional changes during the same procedure.
Open and Closed Rhinoplasty
Two commonly discussed approaches are open rhinoplasty and closed rhinoplasty.
Open Rhinoplasty
Open rhinoplasty uses internal incisions together with a small incision across the columella, allowing broad access to the nasal framework.
It may be useful for more complex structural changes.
Closed Rhinoplasty
Closed rhinoplasty uses incisions inside the nostrils.
It may be suitable for selected operations depending on the anatomy and changes required.
Neither technique is universally better. The appropriate approach depends on the patient and surgical plan.
What Is Revision Rhinoplasty?
Revision rhinoplasty is surgery performed after a previous rhinoplasty when additional cosmetic or functional correction is needed.
Revision procedures can be more complex because the nasal anatomy may already have been altered and scar tissue may be present.
Patients considering secondary surgery should look for a surgeon with relevant experience in revision cases.
Rhinoplasty Recovery
Recovery varies according to the extent of surgery and individual healing.
Swelling, bruising and nasal congestion are common during the early recovery period. Much of the obvious swelling usually improves during the first several weeks, but the nose continues to refine for months.
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, final nasal refinement may take up to a year.
Patients should follow their surgeon’s individual recovery instructions rather than relying on a fixed timetable.
Risks of Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty is surgery and carries potential risks.
These may include:
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Changes in sensation
- Nasal asymmetry
- Breathing difficulties
- Scarring
- Unsatisfactory cosmetic outcome
- Need for revision surgery
Cleveland Clinic provides further information about rhinoplasty, recovery and potential complications.
Choosing an appropriately qualified surgeon and discussing realistic expectations are important parts of treatment planning.
How to Choose a Rhinoplasty Surgeon
Do not choose a surgeon based only on price or social-media photographs.
Consider:
Qualifications
Verify the doctor’s medical license, specialty and relevant professional training.
Rhinoplasty Experience
Ask how frequently the doctor performs nasal surgery and whether they treat patients with anatomy or concerns similar to yours.
Cosmetic and Functional Assessment
A thorough consultation should consider both appearance and breathing.
Realistic Expectations
Digital simulations and before-and-after photographs may help communication, but they do not guarantee an exact result.
Rhinoplasty by Location
Tabeebo allows patients to explore rhinoplasty providers in different destinations.
You can currently explore:
Location-specific pages can help you compare available providers and narrow your search by city.
As Tabeebo expands its location pages, patients will also be able to compare rhinoplasty specialists across additional destinations.
Learn More About Nose Shapes and Rhinoplasty
If you are still researching nasal anatomy or the type of changes you may want, these Tabeebo guides may help:
If you are ready to compare providers, use the filters on this page to explore rhinoplasty specialists on Tabeebo.
This page provides general educational information and does not replace individual medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
