Rhinoplasty

Each patient is unique; thus, rhinoplasty pricing varies. After your consultation with Dr. Esmailian at his facility in Orange County, you will have a better idea as to what your specific rhinoplasty procedure entails and how much your procedure will cost. Dr. Esmailian’s goal is to make his services readily available to all individuals in and around Orange County; therefore, our office provides patients with easy to understand payment and financing options.

Rhinoplasty typically results in little to no visible scarring. In open rhinoplasty procedures, a small incision is made at the base of the nose on the columella, but it is strategically placed to minimize visibility and typically fades over time.

You may wear glasses while the nasal cast is in place during the first week after surgery. However, once the cast is removed, you should avoid wearing glasses for about three months to prevent pressure on the healing nose. During this time, you can use contact lenses or alternative measures like a hat for sun protection.

Rhinoplasty is performed under anesthesia, so you won’t feel any pain during the surgery. After the procedure, you may experience some discomfort, swelling, and bruising, which can be managed with prescribed pain medication. Most patients find the recovery less painful than expected.

While rhinoplasty is generally safe when performed by an experienced surgeon, risks are inherent to any surgical procedure. Potential complications include infection, suboptimal wound healing, numbness or changes in sensation, and prolonged swelling or discoloration. Dr. Esmailian and his team take every precaution to minimize these risks and ensure a smooth recovery.

Liquid rhinoplasty using fillers can provide temporary enhancements to the nose, such as improved symmetry or volume. However, it cannot achieve the permanent, transformative changes possible with surgical rhinoplasty. If you are looking for long-term structural changes, surgical rhinoplasty is the recommended option.

Yes, rhinoplasty can be combined with other cosmetic surgery procedures, such as chin augmentation, facelift, blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), brow lift, or non-surgical treatments like BOTOX® and dermal fillers. Combining procedures allows for a comprehensive approach to facial enhancement and helps achieve a more balanced appearance.

The surgery typically takes two to four hours, depending on the complexity of your procedure.

Rhinoplasty is generally performed under general anesthesia, ensuring you remain asleep and comfortable during the surgery. For less complex procedures, such as closed rhinoplasty, local anesthesia with sedation may be an option.

Yes, rhinoplasty can address structural issues such as a deviated septum or collapsed nasal valves, improving airflow and alleviating breathing difficulties.

Rhinoplasty and septoplasty are both surgical procedures involving the nose, but they serve different purposes:

• Rhinoplasty: Primarily a cosmetic procedure, rhinoplasty focuses on reshaping and resizing the nose to improve its appearance. It can also address functional issues, such as breathing problems, when combined with structural corrections.
• Septoplasty: This procedure is specifically performed to correct a deviated septum—a condition where the cartilage and nasal bone dividing the nasal passages are misaligned, causing breathing difficulties. Septoplasty is focused solely on improving nasal function and does not alter the external appearance of the nose.

In some cases, rhinoplasty and septoplasty are performed together, especially when both aesthetic and functional concerns need to be addressed.