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cosmetic surgery
Revision Rhinoplasty
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.
Quick Facts
- Price range
- Varies by clinic
- Recovery
- Varies
- Sessions
- Varies
- Category
- cosmetic surgery
- Anaesthesia
- Varies
- Min. stay abroad
- Varies
- Price Range (International)
- Varies by clinic
- Average Recovery
- Varies
- Typical Sessions
- Varies
- Category
- cosmetic surgery
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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Key Considerations
Common Risks
Alternative treatments
Other clinically reasonable options for the same condition. The right alternative depends on the patient's specific anatomy, comorbidities, and goals — discuss with a treating clinician rather than self-selecting from this list.
Non-surgical refinement (filler)
May camouflage minor irregularities without re-operating on scarred tissue.
Source ISAPS — Practice Resources and Position Statements for Aesthetic Surgery
Acceptance / counseling
Where the patient's residual concerns are not surgically correctable safely.
Source ISAPS — Practice Resources and Position Statements for Aesthetic Surgery
Credentials a clinic should hold
Specialty-board certifications and facility-level accreditations relevant to this procedure. Verify on the issuer's public register before booking — most issuers publish a searchable directory.
ISAPS member surgeon
Issuer International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Individual surgeon membership; requires national-board certification in plastic surgery plus peer endorsement.
Verify on the issuer's register →National plastic-surgery board certification
Issuer Country-specific (e.g. ABPS in US, BAAPS in UK, SBCP in Brazil, KSPRS in South Korea, ASPRS in Australia)
Specialty-board certification in plastic surgery from the surgeon's country of practice. The single most important credential for any cosmetic or reconstructive procedure.
Verify on the issuer's register →
Recovery Timeline
Average recovery for Revision Rhinoplasty is 0 days. Individual recovery varies — always follow your surgeon’s specific guidance.
- 01Day 0–1
Immediate
First 24–48 hours post-procedure. Monitoring, anaesthesia recovery, initial pain management. Most clinics expect you to remain on-site or nearby.
- 02Day 2–2
Early recovery
Wound care, swelling or bruising peaks, restricted activity. Typical window for follow-up visits and drain removal if applicable. Travel is usually not advised.
- 03Day 3–3
Intermediate recovery
Gradual return to non-strenuous daily activity. Many international patients fly home during this window. Surgeon may require medical clearance for long-haul travel.
- 04Day 4–0
Full recovery
Return to full activity, exercise, and work. Final results may still be settling. Final follow-up with local doctor recommended.
Questions to Ask Your Clinic
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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Parent procedure
Revision Rhinoplasty is a variant of Rhinoplasty. See the parent procedure for the broader category context.
Conditions treated
Clinical conditions for which revision rhinoplasty is a treatment-ladder option.
Related Procedures
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