# Revision Rhinoplasty

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- Category: cosmetic-surgery

## Description

Rhinoplasty, sometimes referred to as a "nose job," is a plastic surgery procedure performed to change the shape, size, or proportions of the nose or to improve nasal function and breathing. There are two types of plastic surgery used – reconstructive surgery that restores the form and functions of the nose and cosmetic surgery that changes the appearance of the nose.

## Overview

Rhinoplasty, sometimes referred to as a "nose job," is a plastic surgery procedure performed to change the shape, size, or proportions of the nose or to improve nasal function and breathing. There are two types of plastic surgery used – reconstructive surgery that restores the form and functions of the nose and cosmetic surgery that changes the appearance of the nose. Reconstructive surgery seeks to resolve nasal injuries caused by various traumas including blunt, and penetrating trauma and trauma caused by blast injury. Reconstructive surgery can also treat birth defects, breathing problems, and failed primary rhinoplasties. Rhinoplasty may remove a dorsal hump, narrow the nostril width, alter the nasolabial angle, or address injuries, birth defects, or other functional issues that affect breathing, such as a deviated nasal septum, internal nasal valve collapse, or external nasal valve collapse. Surgery only on the septum is called a septoplasty.

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## FAQs

### What is revision rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty is surgery to change the shape, size or proportions of the nose or to improve nasal function and breathing. Reconstructive rhinoplasty can also treat failed primary rhinoplasties, and revision rhinoplasty refers to such surgery carried out to correct or improve the result of an earlier nose operation.

### What can rhinoplasty change about the nose?

It may remove a dorsal hump, narrow the width of the nostrils, or alter the nasolabial angle, and it can address functional problems that affect breathing, such as a deviated nasal septum or internal or external nasal valve collapse.

### What is the difference between open and closed rhinoplasty?

In both open and closed rhinoplasty the surgeon separates the nasal skin and soft tissues from the underlying nasal framework so it can be altered for form and function. The two approaches differ in the incisions used.

### Who performs rhinoplasty?

It may be carried out by a plastic surgeon, an otolaryngologist (an ear, nose and throat specialist), or an oral and maxillofacial surgeon (a jaw, face and neck specialist).

### Is surgery on the septum the same as rhinoplasty?

No. Surgery performed only on the septum is called a septoplasty, although a septal problem such as a deviated septum can also be corrected as part of a rhinoplasty that addresses breathing.

### How is the nose supported while it heals?

After the incisions are sutured, the surgeon may use tissue glue and apply a packing or a stent, or both, to immobilise the altered nose and ensure proper healing of the surgical incision.

## Alternative treatments

- **Non-surgical refinement (filler)** — May camouflage minor irregularities without re-operating on scarred tissue.
- **Acceptance / counseling** — Where the patient's residual concerns are not surgically correctable safely.

## Sources

- [ISAPS — Practice Resources and Position Statements for Aesthetic Surgery](https://www.isaps.org/medical-professionals/practice-resources/) — International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (accessed 2026-06-29)