Nose Reshaping
Enhance facial harmony with customized nose reshaping. With a focus on cosmetic refinement, our surgeons deliver balanced, natural-looking results.
Our Approach
At Plastic Surgery Northwest, our board-certified plastic surgeons specialize in rhinoplasty (nose reshaping) to enhance facial harmony and refine nasal aesthetics. Whether you want to improve proportions, or achieve a more balanced profile, our expert team tailors each procedure to your unique needs.
Who is a candidate?
- Individuals unhappy with the size, shape, or symmetry of their nose
Benefits of Nose Reshaping
- Improves facial balance and nasal proportions
- Boosts self-confidence with natural-looking results
- Provides long-term improvement with minimal scarring
PRocedure Details
Cosmetic Rhinoplasty
Refines the nasal bridge, tip, or overall structure for facial harmony
Revision Rhinoplasty
Addresses concerns from a previous nasal surgery to improve function or aesthetics
Before & Afters
Common Questions & FAQs
How long do rhinoplasty results last?
Rhinoplasty results are generally permanent. Once healed, the structural changes to your nose will last a lifetime. Minor swelling can take several months to fully subside, but the final shape will remain stable as long as there’s no trauma or significant structural change over time.
Will my breathing improve after the surgery?
Our surgeons focus on cosmetic enhancement and facial harmony. No guarantees will be made regarding functional or structural issues.
Is there visible scarring?
Most rhinoplasties are performed using a closed (endonasal) approach, where all incisions are inside the nostrils, leaving no visible scarring. If an open rhinoplasty is needed, a small incision is made at the columella (the tissue between the nostrils), which typically heals as a faint, barely visible scar.
What are the risks and recovery expectations?
Risks include swelling, bruising, bleeding, infection, asymmetry, breathing changes, or dissatisfaction with appearance, though serious complications are rare when performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon.
Most patients return to non-strenuous activities in 7–10 days. A nasal splint is usually worn for one week, with bruising around the eyes fading over two weeks. Final results take 6–12 months to fully refine as residual swelling gradually resolves.
