Types of Nose Surgery

Nose Surgery (nose reshaping) is one of the most commonly performed plastic surgery procedures. Over 156,000 nose surgery surgeries were done in the year 2002. Both men and women frequently seek changes in the appearance of their noses. Our nose surgery specialist, Dr. David Stoker, is a board certified plastic surgeon who is known for his expertise in performing nose surgery.

Nose Surgery Information

The nose is a dominant feature of the face and has an important role in determining overall appearance. Modern nose surgery techniques focus on reshaping undesirable features of the nose while retaining those features that are attractive. These nose surgery procedures may result in natural-appearing noses that enhance one's facial proportions. You can achieve a natural and desired look with a nose surgery.

Types of Nose Surgery

Nose surgery may be divided into two types, cosmetic and functional. Examples of cosmetic surgery procedures on the nose include reducing a prominent bump on the bridge or refining a bulbous nasal tip. Cosmetic changes are visible on the outside of the nose.  Another words individuals looking only to change the outside of their nose my be a candidate for a nose surgery.

Nose surgery functional improvements involve opening the nasal airways so that it is easier to breathe. The most common functional problem is a deviated septum (a midline cartilage structure that divides the nose into right and left sides). Impairment of nasal breathing is considered a health problem and is typically covered by health insurance.  Health insurance may cover the cost of nose surgery.
 

Nose Surgery Cosmetic & Functional - Types

Nose surgery patients often have both cosmetic and functional concerns about their nose. An example would be a severely deviated septum that results in a blocked nasal airway and a visibly crooked nose. Most health insurers will cover these types of problems that result in the need for nose surgery.

Nose Surgery Functional & Cosmetic

Other nose surgery patients may seek medical treatment for breathing problems, but would also like to improve the cosmetic appearance of their nose. For instance, a nose surgery patient may have a nasal airway obstruction and an unattractive bump on the bridge. There are important advantages to correcting both functional and cosmetic problems at the same time. Insurers, however, are unlikely to cover the costs of the cosmetic portion of  nose surgery.

Nose Surgery Options For You

Nose surgery patient desires and nose shapes very greatly. Advice about nose surgery should be individualized to the particular patient's needs. In a consultation with Dr. David Stoker, he will review your cosmetic and functional concerns to help you determine your best options. We hope that you find this website to be helpful. We think you'll find we offer a great deal of helpful information on nose surgery.  Please call if you need more information on the different types of nose surgery.