Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty

Dr. Ghavami does perform “non-surgical rhinoplasty” but does not like that terminology. He believes it is misleading and overpromises. However, there is a clear role for fillers in subtle nasal re-shaping. Physicians are now advertising non-surgical nose jobs as a way to acquire patients that would actually benefit from a properly performed rhinoplasty. Patients must be careful because many of the physicians that do filler injections into the nose are not rhinoplasty specialists and may not even be plastic or facial plastic surgeons. If your physician is advertising non-surgical nose jobs and does not perform rhinoplasty on a regular basis, then the chance of cosmetic and medical complications may be increased. The blood supply to the nose as well as the intricate anatomy must be fully understood before fillers or fat are injected.

Dr. Ghavami has seen many patients who have had serial injections of fillers and end up with a nose that is too large and lacks refinement. This can be corrected surgically after some or all the fillers have dissolved; or agents can be injected to dissolve the fillers in order to evaluate the “true” nasal shape more accurately. Furthermore, some fillers that are permanent or semi-permanent can cause excessive scar balls (granulomas) that need to be removed surgically.

Dr. Ghavami believes strongly that you cannot re-shape the entire nose by way of fillers such as Juvederm, Restylane, or Radiesse. There is absolutely no non-surgical substitute for a well-executed rhinoplasty. However, there is a role in non-surgical subtle nasal refinements for specific contour issues with a nose. It is unlikely that a non-surgical rhinoplasty will correct the overall shape when a real rhinoplasty is indicated, but some patients only require subtle filling of depressions or valleys of the nasal skin and cartilage instead of a complete rhinoplasty.

Fillers for the nose is best suited to patients who have had rhinoplasty and are still having very subtle contour issues such as a deep supratip or a depression on the bridge, tip, or nostril (alar rims) rims. In addition, some patients may benefit from temporary fillers to demonstrate some of the effects of a future rhinoplasty. For example, Dr. Ghavami can inject fillers to augment the bridge or project the tip in ethnic noses, which are wide and flat, to show the effects to a patient who is wary or is waiting to acquire the finances for a future rhinoplasty. The results are temporary but highly rewarding

As a leading rhinoplasty surgeon, Dr. Ashkan Ghavami meets many people that are self-conscious of the shape, size or features of their nose. The majority of them are interested in a surgical solution for a complete transformation, but some are not. For the patients that desire minor adjustments, Dr. Ghavami offers a solution known as a non-surgical nose job, which involves injecting dermal fillers into the nose to temporarily mask minor problems with its shape or symmetry. A non-surgical nose job is quick, convenient and not painful.

Ideal Candidates

You may be a suitable candidate for this non-surgical cosmetic treatment for any of the following reasons:

Also, fillers work by adding volume and shape to the treated areas; they do not actually change the nasal structures, but they can conceal mild cosmetic irregularities. Keep in mind that traditional rhinoplasty is best for correcting more severe imperfections and addressing problems with the nose’s internal structures.

Procedure

A non-surgical nose job is conveniently performed in Dr. Ghavami’s office. It is not painful and lasts about 20 minutes or less. Topical anesthetic is used to numb the nose.

Dr. Ghavami selects the filler product and amount of product to be used, depending on the problems to be fixed and their severity. Then, he carefully injects the fillers just under the skin in specific points on and around the nose to make the necessary tweaks. Dr. Ghavami can flatten a nasal bump or hump by adding filler above or below the hump. Or, he can use fillers to lift or reshape the tip of the nose so it looks more refined. These are just a few of the strategies he uses during a non-surgical nose job to create the desired results.

Recovery and Results

Unlike traditional rhinoplasty, non-surgical nose job does not require any recovery downtime. Most patients return to work and their normal routines almost immediately after treatment. There may be minor swelling or bruising, but it lasts temporarily and can be concealed with cosmetics.

Depending on the specific filler product used, results can last six months to two years. Fillers like Juvederm last about six to eight months, and Sculptra lasts two years or more. Eventually the body absorbs the filler product and the nose returns to its pre-treatment shape and appearance. At this point, patients can schedule another appointment for repeat treatment to restore their results.

Schedule Your Consultation

If you are interested in seeing Dr. Ghavami and finding out more about how non-surgical rhinoplasty could help you, then please call our office in Beverly Hills to schedule your consultation.