FAQs

• You will see improvement immediately after your rhinoplasty; however, it can take up to a year for all of the swelling to be completely resolved.

• Your nasal function will remain the same or even improved depending on the procedure performed. Often patients present with impaired breathing and internal repair can be performed to improve breathing while improving the external appearance as well.

A “closed” rhinoplasty refers to limiting the incision to within the nostril. While this does avoid a visible scar, it is much more difficult and at sometimes impossible to perform the appropriate surgical maneuvers to correct many patient complaints.

An “open” rhinoplasty involves an incision that connects the nostrils across the columella. This allows for complete visualization of all the nasal structural components and allows for complete repair and recontouring of the nose.

• Improvement in the cosmetic appearance of the nose will not be covered by insurance. Some policies will cover the portion of the surgery which improves breathing and the repair of the internal nasal structure. Each policy is different, and this is not always a covered benefit.