Dr. Stephan Baker : Nose Surgery - Miami Plastic Surgeon

A large or small nose can create dissonance among your facial features. A poorly sized nose can contribute to the appearance of a receding chin. Many teens struggle with a nose that is too large for their face, which is often a source of teasing from their peers. Reshaping your nasal appearance helps bring about facial harmony, restoring a balanced and attractive appearance.

Many people seek nose surgery to correct nasal deformities. Wide nasal bridges or prominent nasal humps can affect the attractiveness of your nose. Nasal deformities can be present from birth, but trauma to the nose can also affect its shape. Dr. Baker can specially sculpt a new nasal appearance that is natural and enhances your facial features.

Deviated septums can be naturally occurring or the result of nasal trauma. Deviated septums obstruct the airflow through one or both nostrils because the cartilage that splits the nasal passages is crooked. Patients with deviated septums have difficulties breathing through their nose and often snore. Severely deviated septums can cause chronic discomfort in some patients.

- Schedule a Consultation -

Nose Surgery Options

Procedure

Procedures

The goal of nose surgery is to create a new and improved nasal shape while maintaining a natural and balanced appearance. Nose surgery lasts about one and a half hours and is performed entirely by Dr. Baker. Your nose is shaped by gently removing and repositioning nasal structures, sometimes also by adding cartilage. The length of your nose is improved, and humps or bridges are slimmed down.

Incisions

The incision best suited for you will depend on the type of correction required to achieve your desired results.

Closed techniques place all incisions inside of the nasal passages. While some visibility is obscured, a skilled surgeon is still able to achieve dramatic, flawless results. Closed techniques may be preferred because they do not result in any visible scarring.
Open techniques place incisions at the base of the nose and along the nostrils. This allows for more extensive, more visible access to the underlying structures of the nose, but it may result in some scarring.

Septoplasty

Septoplasty is a specialized nose surgery technique designed to treat a deviated septum. During septoplasty, the cartilage separating your nasal passages is modified to improve airflow. Septoplasty can also reduce the size of enlarged turbinates in the nose that may be affecting airflow. It is important that the cause of your nasal obstruction is diagnosed by an ENT before your septoplasty.

You will experience bruising and swelling of your nose and face following your procedure. Nasal packing helps prevent bleeding, and splints support your healing nasal structures. You will return the day following your surgery for the nasal packing to be removed. You should rest for several days with your head elevated to minimize excess swelling.

You will have personal visits with Dr. Baker every two to three days for the first two weeks to have a nasal cleaning. You should avoid strenuous physical activities for four weeks following your procedure. While major swelling begins to subside after three to six weeks, your nose may still be tender. Follow-up care is provided monthly for a year following your surgery.

Scarring will vary depending on the technique used for your procedure and your body’s natural healing process. Patients who use a closed technique will find that no visible scarring develops.

The exact cost of nose surgery depends on a number of variables. Facility and anesthesia fees, the number of follow-up visits, and geographic location all impact cost. Dr. Baker will provide you with a custom estimate during your consultation.

There may be some postoperative pain, but many patients say it resolves within several days following their procedure. All pain is controlled using surgeon-prescribed oral medication.

Frequently Asked Questions About Nose Surgery

What type of anesthesia is used during nose surgery?

Dr. Baker performs nose surgery using a sleep and local anesthetic. All anesthesia is administered by a board-certified anesthesiologist.

Where will my nose surgery be performed?

All surgeries are performed in Dr. Baker’s fully accredited ambulatory surgical center in Miami that is owned and operated by a major hospital.

How old do I need to be to undergo nose surgery?

Nose surgery is safe for teens and adults. Patients should have fully developed nasal structures, which usually occurs by 16 or 17 years of age. Dr. Baker will evaluate your nasal growth during your initial consultation to determine if you qualify for this procedure.

Will I be able to breathe normally during my recovery?

For the first week or two, you may have difficulty breathing through your nose because of swelling. You may need to breathe through your mouth during this time, which can be an adjustment for some patients. Once the swelling subsides, patients can breathe normally through their nose.

How long will my results last?

Nose surgery is designed to provide long-lasting improvement to your nasal structures. Your new nasal shape and appearance remain stable, and repeat surgeries are rarely needed.