Cosmetic rhinoplasty refers to any type of rhinoplasty performed exclusively for the purpose of enhancing or modifying the appearance of the nose, without altering its function. These types of surgeries are typically elective but may be covered by insurance in some cases.
If you’re unhappy with the appearance of your nose, be sure to do careful research before choosing a Beverly Hills nose surgeon. The results of a surgical procedure will be determined in large part by the surgeon’s experience, so don’t make any rushed decisions.
Reduction rhinoplasty is one of the most common types of nose surgery done to reduce the size of the nose and change its shape. This procedure is especially popular among women seeking a more defined and elegant nose.
Reduction rhinoplasty typically involves modifying the tip and bridge of the nose. Patients may have a bulbous or misshapen nose tip or be unhappy with bumps on the bridge of their nose. A successful reduction rhinoplasty will correct these aspects of the nose and improve the overall appearance.
This type of nose surgery is less common, but still an important option for patients who need to increase the general proportions of their nose. Augmentation rhinoplasty may be necessary if a patient’s nose is too small as a result of injury or damage, environmental complications, or genetic makeup. Some patients may need to undergo augmentation rhinoplasty in conjunction with revision rhinoplasty if their previous nose surgeon removed too much cartilage or tissue during the initial rhinoplasty.
Revision rhinoplasty may be necessary to either correct mistakes that were made during an initial procedure or to address complications. This type of rhinoplasty may include reduction or augmentation rhinoplasty but is typically done to correct the anatomy of the nose to improve its appearance or ability to breathe.
One complication commonly corrected by revision rhinoplasty is a pinched nasal tip, which is when the tip of the nose turns inwards after too much cartilage or tissue is removed from that area. In these cases, the goal of revision rhinoplasty would be to restore the shape of the nose and function of the airways.
Beverly Hills nose surgeon Dr. Shamouelian earned his medical doctorate degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles with Alpha Omega Alpha honors and went on to become an award-winning chief resident in the Department of Head and Neck Surgery at the University of California, Irvine.
As a fellow of the American Academy of Facial and Reconstructive Surgery, Dr. Shamouelian is committed to using the latest technologies and techniques to help patients achieve outstanding results.
