Rhinoplasty

The nose is the centerpiece of one’s facial features, but concerns about its appearance can detract from confidence and even quality of life. At Dr. Dhir’s practice, we believe in allowing every patient to fully realize their own personal aesthetic and inner confidence. Using modern, effective surgical techniques for rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills, we can make this mission a reality.

You deserve to look and feel your best, and our practice is here to ensure that you do. Our board-certified facial plastic surgeon aims to help you discover your best self, from a personalized nose job to a curated selection of other options.

What Is a Rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty (commonly called a nose job) is a cosmetic procedure dedicated to addressing concerns about the appearance of the nose. This could be the shape, size, protrusion, angle, symmetry, and more. The core idea is that your surgeon can enact subtle and precise changes to bring your nose’s appearance into alignment with your natural features and aesthetic preferences. Some key concerns it can improve include:

Nasal asymmetry
Nostril concerns (wide, upturned, large)
Nose proportion to the rest of the face
Profile of the nose
Uneven or bumpy bridge
Hooked or drooping nasal tip
Nasal width
Breathing issues caused by deviated septum

Types of Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty: Addresses concerns about the appearance of the nose. Options include either an open or closed rhinoplasty surgery. Results are always tailored to the patient’s unique facial anatomy.

Revision Rhinoplasty: Fixes errors or imperfections of a previous nose job procedure. Revision nose surgery requires an even more precise procedure than the first time around and may necessitate cartilage grafting.

Septoplasty: ddresses a deviated septum (interior of the nose) to promote better nasal breathing. Usually has only minor cosmetic changes and focuses on improving airflow and internal nasal structure.

Nose Job for Men: Adapts techniques to maintain and enhance masculine facial features. For example, it may maintain a higher bridge and wider nostrils than a nose job for women.

Non-Surgical Nose Job: A non-invasive alternative that uses dermal fillers to alter the nose’s shape. Results are temporary, offering a solution that avoids long-term commitment to changes. Treatment can be repeated as desired.

Benefits

Personalized results: The key to rhinoplasty is an adaptive technique that takes the entire facial structure into consideration. Every one of our procedures is built from the ground up according to your needs.

Long-lasting improvements: In most cases, the results are permanent, and patients can enjoy their new nose for a lifetime. Still, watch out for nose injuries.

Perfect for combination: Nose jobs are readily combined with other cosmetic procedures for further aesthetic enhancement, such as with a facelift, neck lift, and more.

Less is more: A natural-looking nose job will require minimal changes, crafting refined results through precision and minimal tissue changes. The idea is for everyone who sees you to be struck by your appearance but to not notice what has changed.

Am I a Good Candidate?

Nose surgery can be a great solution for almost any patient who has cosmetic concerns about their nose. Though this is still a full procedure, it is less intense than body surgeries, allowing a wider range of potential candidates. A good candidate will still need to match a few features, though. Namely, you will get the most out of rhinoplasty if you are in good health, have healthy expectations, and are ready for open communication with your facial plastic surgeon.

During your consultation, Dr. Dhir will go over your medical history and expectations to match you with the right procedure choice. He conducts a complete exam of your nasal structures to build a personalized approach to delivering the nose you have always wanted. Plastic surgery is about taking control over your appearance, and the consultation is the ideal time to start doing this.

Personalized Ethnic Rhinoplasty

A nose job is not about changing you to fit someone else’s mold of beauty. Rather, the goal is to elevate your natural appearance, maintaining a balanced, natural look that allows your features to shine. This is particularly true with Dr. Dhir’s approach to teenage rhinoplasty and ethnic rhinoplasty. He works to create adjustments to your nose’s size and shape that build rather than take away from the unique features tied to your ethnicity and identity. His specialty for ethnic nose surgery includes:

Overview of the Procedure Process

We work closely with every patient to ensure they are fully informed about every aspect of their procedure. Since we personalized each surgery, the exact elements of your plan can differ, but below is a general outline.

Consulting: Building an Optimal Foundation

Successful surgery starts with a successful consultation. During this meeting, you can discuss your goals, needs, and hopes for the procedure. On Dr. Dhir’s end, he will answer all your questions and provide comprehensive information about your surgical options. Working together, you can build your tailored surgery plan.

Part of this involves going through previous before-and-after photos and inspiration photos. This allows you to see what can be accomplished and better visualize what results you want. You choose the basic feel of your nose, including:

The size or shape you want
The slope of the nose
The size of your nostrils

Each element is under your control. As one of the leading surgeons specializing in nose surgery, he will adapt your procedure accordingly.

Preparing: Setting Yourself Up for Success

Preparing for a nose job is straightforward, but it does require a few steps:

Do not eat or drink immediately before the procedure
Stop taking certain medications (such as blood thinners)
Obtain all required bloodwork
Stop use of nicotine products and some herbal supplements
Arrange your home for a comfortable recovery
Make plans for someone to drive you home from surgery

The Surgery: The Big day

The procedure starts with administering anesthesia while you listen to your favorite song; ultimately, so that you will feel no pain or discomfort during surgery. Dr. Dhir then uses the best surgical approach for your situation to begin altering the structure of the nose. Each step uses the minimum necessary structural change, creating a transformative result while avoiding unneeded tissue damage. He then closes all incisions and completes every one of his nose jobs only once fully satisfied with the results. The total duration is typically about 4-6 hours for most patients.

What is the recovery like after nose surgery?

Once the anesthesia wears off, patients can return home with their driver on the same day as the surgery. While bruising, swelling, and discomfort are normal, these can be managed quite well with even over-the-counter medications. For the first week, you will need to keep your cast on your nose and avoid touching it. Be careful when showering or bathing to avoid getting your cast wet. Discomfort will gradually improve, mostly resolving by the second week. Still, your nose will take time to heal, so treat it with care until your recovery is complete. In fact, keep taking care of it afterward, too. It deserves it.

How much downtime does rhinoplasty require?

We recommend about 7-14 days of downtime for the initial recovery. This period will involve taking time away from work or strenuous activities and following all your post-procedure care instructions. Rest and aftercare are crucial to seeing quicker healing and optimal long-term results.

We know how tempting it can be to get back to life and display your new nose. But always take the full downtime recommended. Allow your nose to heal smoothly, and you can see optimal results.

Will a Nose Job Leave a Scar?

For closed nose job, all incisions are made inside the nostril, so there is no visible scarring. For open techniques, any incisions are still made in areas where they will have little to no visibility. Whenever possible, Dr. Dhir prefers the technique that will garner the best result possible. However, the open technique is most commonly utilized for complex nasal tip work and revision cases. He will discuss which technique will be utilized at the time of consultation.

Before & After Gallery

Results may vary.

Book Your Consultation Today

Start your path toward bringing true balance and refinement to your facial features with a rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills. When you book your one-on-one meeting with Dr. Dhir, you can begin working together on a personalized approach that addresses all your cosmetic concerns and brings out the best of your natural features. Schedule your consultation today.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does rhinoplasty cost?

Each rhinoplasty procedure will involve unique elements, which affect the price of the surgery. This is where the consultation plays a key role. Dr. Dhir works with the patient to build a tailored treatment plan, taking into account the type of procedure and techniques required. By the end of the visit, he provides patients with a clear quote that transparently breaks down each element of the cost. We can also work with patients to explore options for financing your rhinoplasty.

Does insurance cover rhinoplasty?

Most rhinoplasty procedures are considered cosmetic. As such, insurance companies do not provide coverage for them. However, septoplasty often counts as a medically necessary procedure, as it can improve breathing and nasal health. If you plan to have a septoplasty, we recommend contacting your insurance provider to see what your plan covers. Many plans will cover at least part of the procedure cost.

Can you combine rhinoplasty with other procedures?

You certainly can. Many patients choose to combine rhinoplasty with other facial procedures Dr. Dhir provides, including a facelift or facial implant surgery. A facelift reduces signs of aging in the lower face, refreshing your overall appearance. Facial implants allow for additional facial contouring. These custom-made prosthetics sit under the skin to create subtle yet impactful changes. When combined with rhinoplasty, you can further enhance the balance between each of your facial features.

Will I sound different after rhinoplasty?

The nose’s shape certainly does influence one’s speech. Following surgery, the swelling can lead to a more nasally voice, but this change is temporary. Some patients may notice minor changes to their voice once they fully recover, but these changes remain subtle. This typically only occurs with septoplasty, which alters the internal shape of the nose. However, most patients enjoy the small changes, as it can create a slightly less nasal tone to the voice. Cosmetic rhinoplasty should not result in any notable change in your voice.

Will a nose job leave a scar?

For a closed nose job, all incisions are made inside the nostril, so there is no visible scarring. For open techniques, any incisions are still made in areas where they will have little to no visibility. Whenever possible, Dr. Dhir prefers the technique that will garner the best result possible. However, the open technique is most commonly utilized for complex nasal tip work and revision cases. He will discuss which technique will be utilized at the time of consultation.

When can I exercise after a nose job?

After you complete your downtime, you can make a gradual return to physical activity. But don’t jump right back into your full routine. Start with light exercise, such as walking, which can even promote healing. Dr. Dhir will see you for a follow-up appointment to see how your healing is going. Based on this, he can recommend a timeline for returning to your normal physical routine. Generally, patients are back to exercising in about 7 weeks after surgery. Things to keep in mind include:

Avoid any higher-risk activity (contact sports, gymnastics, extreme sports)
Listen to your body (if anything feels off with your nose, pause your workout)
Stay extra hydrated
Taken breaks as needed

When Will When will I get to see my results?

Once the initial swelling goes down and the cast is removed, patients can begin to see their new nose take shape. While you can start to enjoy your results within a matter of days, it can take several months for the results to fully settle, with most healing completed at the 6-week mark. Factors such as the amount of bone shaved away, amount of tip work, inherent skin thickness, amount of structural repositioning, and personal healing rate can all impact the timeline.

Still, you can expect improvements with each passing day and gradually enjoy your new nose more and more. The wait is worth it, as results can last for a lifetime! Discover the advantage of facial harmony and balance that can bring out your full beauty.