Southern California Rhinoplasty
Get the look you want with an experienced Southern California Nose Surgery Plastic Surgeon

Length of Procedure: Nose surgery, or rhinoplasty, is meant to reshape the nose to make it fit both the patient's ideal and other facial features. It can also be performed to alleviate breathing problems or to correct a damaged nose

Length: Depending on how extensive the change is that's being made, rhinoplasty usually takes about 1-3 hours to perform

Anesthesia: Usually performed under general anesthesia.

In/Outpatient: Outpatient

Rhinoplasty Risks: As with any surgery, there are certain potential risks of a rhinoplasty. However, they are relatively rare and should not deter a well-informed patient. Potential complications include bleeding, temporary bruising and swelling, headaches, and stuffiness

Recovery:
Back to work: Usually within 1 week after surgery, an extra week should usually be added before resuming other normal activities
Fading of bruising and swelling: Usually gradually subside over the 2-3 weeks following surgery, strenuous activity should be avoided during this period
Final appearance: As long as 1 year

Duration of Results: Permanent.