What is rhinoplasty?
Surgical reshaping of the nose to refine appearance, correct breathing, or both.
What is rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty is one of the most common cosmetic procedures worldwide. It can reduce a dorsal hump, refine the tip, narrow the bridge, correct a deviated septum, and rebalance the nose with the rest of the face. Recovery involves visible swelling for 2–3 weeks and continued refinement for up to 18 months.
Also known as
- nose job
- nose surgery
- nose reshaping
Quick facts
Common reasons people choose this procedure
Approaches and motivations vary by surgeon and patient anatomy. Compare techniques and real outcomes on the main Rhinoplasty page.
Alternatives
Liquid (filler) rhinoplasty
No surgery, ~30 minute appointment, $800–$1,500. Lasts 6–18 months. Can camouflage humps and asymmetry but cannot reduce — only adds volume.
Genioplasty (chin augmentation)
Sometimes a nose appears large because the chin is small. A chin implant or sliding genioplasty can rebalance the profile without nose surgery.
Buccal fat removal
If the goal is overall facial refinement, buccal fat can be a less invasive complement or alternative.