Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgery Institute

Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is surgery to change the shape of the nose. Typically patients are unhappy with the appearance of the nose because it draws attention away from the beauty of the eyes and lips. A hump on the bridge, a bulbous or saggy tip, asymmetry, or pinching can distract from the overall appearance. By correcting these issues, the focus of the face can then be the eyes, and that person’s natural beauty can be revealed. Dr. Swartout strives for an unoperated appearance using techniques designed to create natural, long-lasting nasal contours that will bring the nose into harmony with the rest of the face and improve breathing.

FAQ

Question :

What is a safe age to consider nose surgery?

Answer :

This all depends on the particular patient.

If a patient’s face is still growing, it is possible that a rhinoplasty could interfere with the growth and create asymmetry. Once fully grown, a rhinoplasty can be safely performed without this risk. A good rule of thumb for women is 12 months after onset of menstruation, and for a man is after 12 months has gone by without an increase in shoe size.

The other part of this question relates to the psychological development of the patient. Nose surgery can be a stress inducing event, and requires significant emotional maturity to thrive throughout the healing process. This readiness can be determined by discussing the surgery and the expected post-operative course. A mature patient will be realistic about the outcome and ask appropriate questions.

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