Rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills, CA
Rhinoplasty is the medical term for nose surgery or a nose job. Cosmetic rhinoplasty is performed to enhance facial appearance by modifying the size and shape of the nose. Functional rhinoplasty is performed to correct breathing problems and open the nasal airway.
Because the nose is the most prominent feature of the face, its shape and size play an especially significant role in the balance, harmony, and attractiveness of your face. When your nose draws too much attention because of an unpleasing form or dimensions, it takes away from the natural beauty of your eyes, brows, lips, cheeks, chin, and other facial features. Reshaping your nose, even in small and subtle ways, can bring your facial features into harmonious focus. This can be a life-changing transformation, boosting your confidence and self-esteem.
Irregularities in the nose can also cause medical problems. When nasal function is impaired, reduced airflow can affect your sleep, activity, and overall health. Rhinoplasty can correct these breathing problems and restore a healthy nasal airway.
Daniel Golshani, MD, FACS in Beverly Hills performs rhinoplasty, or nose surgery, to bring out the natural beauty of men’s and women’s faces and, if needed, restore healthy breathing. Dr. Golshani is a double board-certified plastic surgeon with substantial expertise and extensive experience in cosmetic, functional, revision, ethnic, and reconstructive nose surgery. Rhinoplasty is one of the most difficult surgeries to master, and Dr. Golshani has earned international recognition for the beautiful, natural quality of his plastic surgery results and for his innovations in surgical techniques. His caring focus on each patient begins with the initial consultation and through their recovery and follow-up. Patients come to him from around the world for his surgical skills, his thoroughness in planning personalized treatments, and his holistic approach to improving patients’ lives.
To learn how rhinoplasty with Dr. Golshani can transform your facial appearance, contact us to set up your private consultation.
Why You Might Consider Rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills with Dr. Golshani
Rhinoplasty can change the shape and proportions of your nose to improve facial balance and contours. The surgery can also correct breathing problems.
You might benefit from cosmetic rhinoplasty if you are bothered by the appearance of your nose because you feel it:
- Is too large, small, wide, or narrow, or projects too far
- Has a prominent hump
- Has a tip that is turned up, turned down (hooked or drooping), or noticeably bulbous
- Is crooked or not symmetrical
- Has a depressed bridge, where the top of the nose meets the eyebrows
You might also need rhinoplasty if your nose has structural problems that impair breathing. Rhinoplasty can open the nasal airway if it is impaired or obstructed.
The positive changes made through rhinoplasty can be truly transformative. In the hands of a skilled plastic surgeon like Dr. Golshani, rhinoplasty can:
- Create a more balanced and harmonious appearance
- Eliminate breathing problems caused by the nasal shape and structure, injury, or malformation
- Improve sleep, freeing you to breathe comfortably and deeply through your nose
- Greatly enhance your self-confidence and self-esteem
Rhinoplasty Before and After Results
See for yourself the transformative enhancements Dr. Golshani’s rhinoplasty surgeries have made with actual patients. These before and after pictures of previous clients showcase the natural-looking results Dr. Golshani can achieve.
This patient complained of her nose being too large with a bump that apparently “ran in the family.” During her rhinoplasty procedure, I softened her profile, shaving down the large bridge and re-shaping the nostrils to give her the nose she had always wanted. Once her nose healed, you couldn’t tell that she’d had any work done.
This patient noted that her nose did not match her face and that taking photos and even looking others in the eye was an issue. With this patient’s procedure, I softened the nasal cartilage removing the bulbous shape on the tip and decreased the size to match her facial profile.
Rhinoplasty Approaches and Options
Dr. Golshani uses two main approaches for rhinoplasty surgery, depending on the structure of the nose and the desired changes. Within these two approaches, a range of surgical techniques are used to create precisely tailored results.
Open and Closed Rhinoplasty
Open or External Rhinoplasty is the preferred approach for most patients. In this method, a tiny incision is made in the thin strip of skin between the nostrils, on the underside of the nose. This allows surgical access to the entire nose to modify the tip and the bridge of the nose. The resulting scar is so small and well-concealed as to be virtually invisible.
Closed or Endonasal Rhinoplasty is an alternative approach. It might be used when making minor changes to the tip of the nose, for example. In this method, an incision is made on the inside of the nose, leaving no external scar.
Ethnic Rhinoplasty
Dr. Golshani has expertise in ethnic rhinoplasty, an approach to nose surgery that respects the cultural value of the variety of nose structure and facial beauty in people of different races and ethnicities.
Revision Rhinoplasty
Revision rhinoplasty is a procedure to correct problems with an earlier rhinoplasty. Rhinoplasty is one of the most challenging cosmetic surgery procedures, requiring a deep understanding of facial structure, a strong aesthetic sense, and tremendous surgical skill. In the hands of a less experienced surgeon, results can sometimes be disappointing. When this happens, revision rhinoplasty may be required to repair the structure of the nose to allow healthy breathing and improve the form of the nose for an attractive facial appearance. Dr. Golshani has extensive experience performing revision rhinoplasty with excellent results.
Reconstructive Nose Surgery
When the nose is damaged by injury, illness, or medical treatment, or is malformed from birth, reconstructive rhinoplasty may be required to build up a missing nasal structure or restore what has been lost. Dr. Golshani is a skilled and experienced facial reconstructive surgeon.
Meet Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
Daniel Golshani, MD
Dr. Golshani is a double board-certified plastic surgeon who is committed to enhancing your natural beauty. With a focus on balance, harmony, and symmetry, he is passionate about making aesthetic goals a reality at his Beverly Hills practice. We are not only dedicated to your personal cosmetic beauty, but also to ensuring your health, safety, and comfort.
Planning Your Los Angeles Nose Surgery
Volumes of text have been written about features that make a nose beautiful or aesthetically unpleasing. What’s more important though, is how you feel about your nose and how you want your nose to look. Rhinoplasty is a highly customized procedure, and the changes made through nose surgery must be precisely calibrated to harmonize with your other facial features. The “right” nose for you is tied to factors like the size and shape of your face, the distance between your eyes, and your ethnicity.
Your consultation with Dr. Golshani is a critical step in planning your successful rhinoplasty journey. A patient coordinator will meet with you briefly before Dr. Golshani joins the consultation and will stay in the room to take notes on what is discussed and decided. Dr. Golshani will ask questions to understand your goals for treatment and the details of your medical history. He will examine you to assess the shape and dimensions of your nose as they relate to your other features, the quality of your skin, the underlying bone and cartilage structure of your nose, and any breathing issues you may have. Based on your goals and Dr. Golshani’s examination, he will recommend an approach to the surgery. He will explain what you can expect throughout the process, how to prepare for surgery and care for yourself afterward, your likely outcome, and your risks.
Dr. Golshani will answer any questions you may have about the surgery, and the patient coordinator will meet with you afterward to answer all of your non-surgical questions. It’s Dr. Golshani’s goal to ensure you have the necessary information to make informed decisions and that you understand what your role is in preparing yourself for the procedure and caring for yourself after.
I am so glad I did this; I now have the face I have always dreamed of. Dr. Golshani is a true artist." – Jane K. from Albuquerque
Are You a Good Candidate for Rhinoplasty or Nose Surgery?
During your consultation, Dr. Golshani will inform you of whether you are a good candidate for rhinoplasty, and if so, what approach he recommends.
You are probably a good candidate for rhinoplasty if you:
- Are bothered by the appearance of your nose, whether because of its size, width, shape, or projection
- Have difficulty breathing because of structural problems with your nose
The ideal candidate for rhinoplasty, as is true with any plastic surgery procedure:
- Is in good overall health
- Does not smoke, or can quit smoking for six weeks before and after the surgery
- Has realistic expectations for the outcome of the surgery
- Is aware of the risks
For cosmetic rhinoplasty, Dr. Golshani strongly recommends waiting until your facial bones have stopped growing, which coincides with when you stop growing in height. Typically, this happens around age 15 for girls and around age 18 for boys.
How to Prepare for Nose Surgery
Dr. Golshani will provide specific instructions on how to prepare for your surgery. These may include measures to take in the weeks before surgery, such as stopping smoking and fortifying your health, and short-term measures, such as discontinuing certain medications and avoiding herbal supplements in the days just before your procedure.
Dr. Golshani will also give you an overview of how you can prepare your home, have what you need on hand, and fill prescriptions.
What to Expect on the Day of Your Los Angeles Rhinoplasty Surgery
Rhinoplasty surgery is performed on an outpatient basis, using general anesthesia. As with all our surgeries, it is performed in our state-of-the-art surgical center, the Rexford Surgical Institute, which is in our building on the same floor as our office.
Depending on the approach used, an incision will be made in the thin strip of skin between the nostrils (for open rhinoplasty) or on the inside of the nose (for closed rhinoplasty). Through that incision, Dr. Golshani will modify the nose by adding to, paring down, or repositioning the underlying structure of the nose. If a section of your nose is being built up by adding cartilage, that tissue might be taken from deeper in your nose or from your ear.
Once the changes have been made and the incisions have been closed, a splint is usually placed on the nose, and packing is placed inside the nose to hold it in its new shape in the early stages of healing. The entire procedure usually takes about two or three hours, depending on the changes being made and the complexity of the procedure.
You’ll be released after the anesthesia has worn off and you are fully alert. You can go home with a trusted friend or family member to drive you.
What to Expect After Your Rhinoplasty Surgery
You should plan to rest at home for the first week after surgery or until the bandages are removed. Expect some swelling and bruising in the first few days. Recovery is typically not painful or uncomfortable, but discomfort can be managed with over-the-counter pain medication. Refrain from actions that put pressure on your nose, such as blowing your nose or lying face-down. Dr. Golshani will provide thorough instructions on how to care for yourself as you recover and when to return for follow-up visits.
You’ll be able to resume light activity in about a week, which is when most patients go back to work. You may need to take more time off from work if your job involves physical exertion. After two weeks, you can begin to resume more strenuous activity. As swelling resolves, results become visible and gradually improve over the following weeks. You’ll look great after two or three months, and even better after a year.
I had my initial consultation. I really appreciated how Dr. Golshani took the time to go over my medical history. He took the time to answer all of my questions, as did his assistant. They were both very professional and very kind. By the end of my consultation, I felt I could trust Dr. Golshani and his team to take the best care of me.
I am one happy customer! I opted to go with Dr. Golshani due to his professionalism, experience, and reputation. Dr. Golshani and his staff are wonderful and have treated me with such respect and kindness. I am absolutely in love with my new body, and I feel that I made the best choice with Dr. Golshani. He listened to me, and my results couldn't have been any better! Thank you!
Although Dr. Golshani's medical credentials speak for themselves, there is a calm, quiet strength that comes from Dr. Golshani that is difficult to capture on paper. If you are familiar with the term "Renaissance Man", it was coined for this incredible surgeon. There is no false bravado. He is a blend of excellent surgical skills, with the talent of a gifted artist mixed with professionalism, integrity, and the right amount of sensitivity to make the entire surgical experience smooth and seamless.
Schedule Your Rhinoplasty Consultation in Beverly Hills
Contact us today to schedule your private consultation with Dr. Golshani to learn more about how rhinoplasty can make you look and feel more attractive and restore healthy breathing. Patients come to Dr. Golshani from around the world for his surgical skill, the natural-looking quality of his results, his thoroughness in planning personalized treatments, and his holistic approach to improving patients’ lives.
Rhinoplasty FAQs -Beverly Hills, CA
Rhinoplasty scars are almost invisible. In an open Rhinoplasty procedure, a small incision is made along the thin ridge of skin between the nostrils on the underside of the nose. This strip of skin is so narrow that the resulting scar is minimal. In a closed rhinoplasty, the resulting scars are on the inside of the nose, so are completely invisible.
The improvements made with Rhinoplasty are permanent. If the surgery is done after the bones and cartilage in your nose are fully developed, the results will not change as you grow older. However, your face will continue aging.
Cosmetic nose surgery, performed solely to improve your appearance, is not typically covered by insurance. Surgery to correct functional problems, on the other hand, usually is covered by insurance. For example, if you have difficulty breathing or chronic nasal congestion because of a deviated septum or depressed nasal valve, your insurance may cover all or part of the procedure’s cost. If you have rhinoplasty for cosmetic and functional reasons—both to open the nasal airway and improve your appearance—insurance may cover a portion of the procedure’s cost, reducing the amount you pay.
For optimal results, you should wait for cosmetic nose surgery until the bones in your face have stopped growing. Typically, it’s around age 15 for girls and 18 for boys. Nose surgery to correct breathing problems, if they present a health risk, may be done at an earlier age.
When performed by a plastic surgeon with the appropriate training, skill, and experience, your improved nose will not only look natural, but it will also look more attractive and in better harmony with your face. In the hands of an expert surgeon like Dr. Golshani, your new nose will be less noticeable than the nose you were born with, as it will subtly and beautifully bring out your other facial features.
The key is to choose the right plastic surgeon. Rhinoplasty is a challenging procedure that requires great surgical skill and a deep understanding of facial aesthetics in all its variety.
Your nose will still be unique to you after your Rhinoplasty procedure. Dr Golshani will work with your natural facial features to create a nose that maximally complements your appearance while also addressing your specific concerns, such as a dorsal hump or a droopy tip, for instance.
Rhinoplasty can improve the function of your nose by correcting structural issues which typically lead to breathing difficulties. For instance, many of Dr. Golshani’s patients need help dealing with a deviated septum, a nasal valve collapse, or enlarged turbinates.
Many of our patients who are interested in Septoplasty express difficulty breathing through their nose, experience chronic nasal congestion, deal with recurrent sinus infections, or have been living with a visibly deviated septum. A consultation with a Plastic and Reconstructive Specialist, such as Dr. Golshani, can help determine if Septoplasty is necessary.
Open Rhinoplasty involves an incision made across the the strip of tissue between a patient’s nostrils. This allows for better visibility and access to a patient’s nasal structures. Closed Rhinoplasty, on the other hand, involves incisions made inside the nostrils, resulting in no visible external scarring.
Closed Hybrid Rhinoplasty combines elements of both Open and Closed Rhinoplasty techniques. This allows Dr. Golshani to make precise surgical adjustments, while minimizing external scarring. A Closed Hybrid Rhinoplasty is often the best option for patients requiring moderate nasal reshaping.
Typically, an ideal age to undergo a Rhinoplasty procedure is after the nasal structures have fully developed. For girls, this is usually around age 15-16, and for boys, sometime around 17-18. However, Dr. Golshani is the best judge when deciding when a Rhinoplasty is ideal for a potential patient, as everyone’s growth patterns and concerns are unique and must be evaluated case-by-case.
Anesthesia methods for Rhinoplasty use general anesthesia, in which the patient is unconscious during the procedure. Dr. Golshani and his incredibly skilled team of Anesthesiologists will discuss the best anesthesia process based on your medical history and the extent of your surgical procedure.
While some discomfort and swelling are expected after a Rhinoplasty procedure, experienced Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons have incredible ways to help patients manage their pain levels, both before and after a surgical procedure. For example, following Dr. Golshani’s post-operative care instructions help effectively minimize discomfort during recovery.
The need for nasal packing following a Rhinoplasty varies from case to case. Dr. Golshani will clearly explain to all of his patients whether or not nasal packing will be used in their post-surgical recovery process.
Due to scar tissue developing after surgery, a change in a patient’s nasal anatomy after previous surgical procedures, or limited cartilage availability for grafting, a Revision Rhinoplasty can be more challenging than a Primary Rhinoplasty for many surgeons. Thankfully, Dr. Golshani has over 30 years of surgical experience and is incredibly skilled and successful at achieving desired outcomes following a Revision Rhinoplasty.
In addition to improving nasal aesthetics and function,Dr. Golshani’s patients often share that their Rhinoplasty signficiantly boosted their self-confidence. Other patients feel that their face appears more harmonious following a Rhinoplasty Procedure. Many patients typically express that an important added benefit of a Rhinoplasty is improved breathing and nasal symmetry. Overall, patients believe their quality of life improves after their Rhinoplasty Procedure.
Computer imaging can be a helpful starting point between you and your surgeon. However, it’s important to note that actual results may vary due to a patient’s specific anatomy and unique healing process.
Non-surgical Rhinoplasty, using Dermal Fillers, for instance, may help with minor nasal corrections such as smoothing out bumps, lifting the tip, or improving symmetry. However, such results are quite expensive and significantly short-lived and often lead to other issues, such as the development of scar tissue. As a result, it’s important to consult with Dr. Golshani to determine the most suitable approach for your specific needs and goals.
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