Being born with a nose that is perfectly suited to your face is rare. Many people who feel their nose is too big, too wide, or misshapen improve the way they look and feel through rhinoplasty. Raleigh facial plastic surgeon Dr. Adam Stein specializes in rhinoplasty and has helped well over thousands of men and women achieve a more natural balance to their face. Request a consultation with Dr. Stein to learn how rhinoplasty can improve the way you look at yourself, as well as how others see you.
Correct Nasal Proportions and Restore Optimal Breathing
Rhinoplasty, commonly known as a nose job, is a surgical procedure that improves the appearance and function of the nose. It can alter the shape, size, or proportion of the nose to enhance facial balance, correct deformities, or address breathing difficulties. Rhinoplasty can reshape the nasal bridge, refine the tip, narrow the nostrils, or correct structural issues like a deviated septum. The procedure is tailored to the patient’s unique facial features and can address both cosmetic and functional concerns in a single surgery.
What a Rhinoplasty Can Do for You
Whether you want to improve the shape of your nose, repair an injury, or breathe easier, rhinoplasty can address a full range of cosmetic and functional concerns. It is an effective procedure to:
- Reduce the size of a disproportionate nose
- Smooth a bump on the bridge of the nose
- Refine the tip of the nose and nostrils
- Repair a nose that has been broken or collapsed from trauma
- Straighten a deviated septum
In Raleigh, rhinoplasty by Dr. Stein results in an aesthetically pleasing nose that complements your face. His technique requires a great deal of skill and artistry and has helped many patients to gain self-confidence. Visit our before-and-after photo gallery to see the amazing results Dr. Stein achieves through rhinoplasty.
Am I a Good Candidate for a Rhinoplasty?
You may be a good candidate for rhinoplasty if you’re in good overall health and have realistic expectations about the outcome. The ideal candidates typically seek to improve the appearance of their nose or correct breathing issues caused by structural issues. Rhinoplasty can address cosmetic concerns like asymmetry, a prominent nasal hump, or a drooping tip. It’s also used to correct functional problems, like a deviated septum, that impact breathing.
However, to qualify for a rhinoplasty, you must be physically healthy, free from conditions that could complicate healing, and be a non-smoker or willing to quit before and after surgery. Dr. Stein will carefully evaluate your health, goals, and anatomy to determine if rhinoplasty is right for you and ensure the procedure meets your needs.
Types of Rhinoplasty
Closed Rhinoplasty
In a closed rhinoplasty, all incisions are made inside the nostrils, leaving no visible scars. This technique is often used for patients who need minor adjustments, such as smoothing a nasal hump or refining the tip. Closed rhinoplasty offers a shorter recovery time and less swelling compared to the open approach, but it may be more limited in scope for complex changes.
Open Rhinoplasty
Open rhinoplasty involves a small incision between the nostrils, providing full access to the nasal structure. This method is ideal for patients requiring significant reshaping or correction, as the surgeon has greater visibility and control. While open rhinoplasty may result in a slightly longer recovery, the incision typically heals well and becomes barely noticeable over time.
Revision Rhinoplasty
Revision rhinoplasty is performed to correct or improve results from a previous nose surgery. This procedure can address both cosmetic and functional issues that were not fully resolved or have arisen since the initial surgery. Revision rhinoplasty is often more complex due to the presence of scar tissue, and it requires a surgeon with specialized expertise.
Ethnic Rhinoplasty
Ethnic rhinoplasty enhances the nose while respecting the patient’s unique ethnic features. The goal is to create a natural result that complements the individual’s face without erasing their heritage. This procedure often involves special considerations for skin thickness, nasal structure, and aesthetic preferences based on cultural beauty standards.
Functional Rhinoplasty
Functional rhinoplasty is focused on improving nasal function, typically to address breathing problems caused by structural issues like a deviated septum or nasal valve collapse. While it can also involve aesthetic improvements, the primary goal is to enhance airflow and correct any internal obstructions that impact breathing or cause recurrent sinus infections.
Teenage Rhinoplasty
Teenage rhinoplasty is performed on patients who are still developing but need nasal correction for aesthetic or functional reasons. It’s crucial that the patient’s facial growth is nearly complete, typically around age 16 for girls and 17 for boys. The surgeon also considers the patient’s emotional maturity and expectations to determine if they’re a suitable candidate.
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What Happens During Rhinoplasty?
In Raleigh, rhinoplasty is performed as an outpatient procedure under twilight anesthesia, also called IV sedation. Most incisions are concealed inside the nose or along its natural creases, eventually leaving no noticeable evidence of surgery. Once the nasal structure is exposed, Dr. Stein will remove or reshape bone and cartilage. If needed, cartilage grafts are taken from the septum, ear, or rib to provide support or improve nasal shape. After reshaping, the nasal skin is redraped, and the incisions are closed with fine sutures.
Your Consultation With Dr. Stein
In your initial consultation, you’ll find Dr. Stein to be a friendly, personable man who takes his time to answer all your questions and address any concerns. He begins each consultation by discussing your goals and evaluating the proportion of your face and nose.
Many patients bring pictures of celebrities to demonstrate features they like and don’t like. This helps Dr. Stein understand your desired results, and he will use your ideas to create a personalized solution that enhances your natural appearance. Take the first step. Get your questions answered and find out which treatment options are best for you by meeting with Dr. Stein and a member of his staff at Stein Plastic Surgery for an in-person consultation. Simply fill out the form on this page, and one of our experienced team members will reach out to you promptly to schedule your consultation.
What Can I Expect From Recovery?
You may have some bruising and swelling around your nose and eyes, but most of our patients tell us any discomfort can be easily managed with over-the-counter medication. You can expect to return to your normal routine within one week. As with any surgery, the most important part of recovery is allowing your body the time it needs to heal. Although the nose reshapes for up to a year, you’ll be delighted at the immediate improvement in form and function.
Complementary Procedures
While having rhinoplasty, many of Dr. Stein’s patients also choose to have blepharoplasty eyelid surgery to refresh their appearance or facial implants to enhance the contour of their chin and cheeks. Combining these procedures is an effective way to achieve greater facial rejuvenation.
Patient Testimonials
Dr. Stein is AMAZING and I would never trust my face with anyone else. Nice staff, great procedure, awesome guy. Highly recommend and I will go back for more treats!
The entire experience at this clinic has been a pleasure. The staff are pleasant and caring, and Dr. Stein has worked wonders on my appearance. I not only feel better, 1 also look better. He has done more for my quality of life than he will ever realize! I am a professional artist. I believe that in his work, he is ar artist as well.
Everyone at Dr. Stein’s office has been amazing. After 20 years of contemplating rhinoplasty I’m so happy I finally did it. The entire process was super easy from start to finish. If you are looking for a surgeon to coddle you, that’s not Dr. Stein. If you are looking for a true professional with many years experience, and who is a straight shooter, Dr. Stein is the doctor for you. I can’t imagine a more perfect nose for me! Thank you, Dr. Stein!
Words can not express how happy I am with the results, I can look in the mirror now instead of avoiding it, Dr. Stein made me look refreshed and younger.
Dr. Stein answered all my questions, told me exactly what was going to be done, how recovery would be and what I could expect afterwards. I felt at anytime during this journey, I could call him or his great staff and they would take care of any concerns that I might have had. Dr. Stein and his staff took great care of me, I honestly can’t say Thank you enough!
I have always been unhappy with my nose and it’s masculine appearance. I have a very small face and frame and it just never seemed to fit. Since the first consultation I knew Dr. Stein was the surgeon I wanted to go to. He was very mindful and observant of every little detail that I did not like. Dr. Stein and his whole staff were very friendly and extremely helpful. I loved my experience and my new nose is amazing! I would highly recommend Dr. Stein to anyone looking to have any facial cosmetic procedure.
I am extremely pleased with the outcome and with Dr.Stein’s talent! My nose looks even better than I expected and keeps getting better each day. This was one of the best decisions I have ever made and I am so glad I chose to come here to have it done.
My rhino/septoplasty experience with Dr. Stein was AMAZING. Not only were the results better than what I could have imagined, but everyone at his office was so polite and wonderful to work with. Thanks to Dr. Stein I can breathe better and look better – in a perfectly natural way!
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Request Your Consultation With Dr. Stein
Interested in learning more about a rhinoplasty procedure? To meet with Dr. Stein, a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon, request a consultation at our practice by filling out the form on this page. Or, call our office at 919.261.7099 to schedule your appointment. Stein Plastic Surgery serves patients in the Raleigh & Durham, NC areas. You can also book your consultation online directly from our website! Just click here to get started.
