Rhinoplasty is a transformative procedure that refines the proportions, shape, and structure of your nose. Whether you wish to address a bump, a wide or crooked nose, breathing difficulties, or simply improve facial balance, rhinoplasty is highly customizable to your needs. It can be performed through open or closed techniques, and Dr. Fabio will carefully evaluate your features and goals to determine the best approach. Results are permanent, with initial swelling resolving in 7–14 days and refinement continuing over several months.
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Actual patient results: individual outcomes vary
What This Procedure Can Address
- Smoothing bumps or depressions on the bridge
- Refining a bulbous or upturned nasal tip
- Correcting asymmetry or deviation
- Combining with septoplasty to straighten a deviated septum and relieve chronic congestion
- Repairing injuries or birth defects
Technique & Recovery
Rhinoplasty is typically performed as outpatient surgery lasting one and a half to three hours under general anesthesia or IV sedation. A protective splint stays on for about a week, and the bulk of bruising and swelling fades within two weeks, though the nose continues to refine gradually over 6 to 12 months as residual swelling settles. Because the nose anchors facial proportion, Dr. Fabio evaluates it alongside the chin, forehead, and lips so results read as balanced from every angle, not just straight ahead.
For patients whose concerns are functional as well as cosmetic, rhinoplasty can be combined with septoplasty in the same surgery. Septoplasty straightens a deviated septum to restore healthy airflow and reduce chronic congestion or structural snoring, typically adding under an hour to the operating time since both are performed through the same incisions in one anesthesia session. Nasal breathing often improves within days as internal splints or packing are removed, well before the cosmetic refinement is complete, and a portion of the combined procedure may be eligible for insurance coverage when medical necessity is documented.
How Dr. Fabio Can Help
With 35+ years of experience, Dr. Fabio combines artistry and medical expertise to deliver natural rhinoplasty results. Every patient receives a digital imaging assessment to visualize possible outcomes, addressing both appearance and function.