Rhinoplasty

Your nose is an important facial feature that plays a major role in the overall appearance and character of your face. Rhinoplasty, colloquially called a “nose job,” is performed to improve the appearance and/or function of the nose. Rhinoplasty reshapes the tissue, cartilage, and bone to improve the nose’s appearance and/or correct functional problems. Rhinoplasties are one of the most commonly performed facial procedures. ⁽¹⁾

World-renowned celebrity plastic surgeon Dr. Ashkan Ghavami has helped countless patients get the nose they’ve always dreamed of. Since the beginning of his long career, Dr. Ghavami has specialized in rhinoplasty, helping thousands of patients boost their confidence with transformative outcomes.

Begin your facial enhancement with Dr. Ghavami’s expert guidance by scheduling your personal consultation today. To schedule, call our Beverly Hills location at (310) 275-1959 or contact us online.

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About Rhinoplasty

Few people are born with a perfectly shaped nose that is optimally balanced with the rest of their facial features. If you are unhappy with the way your nose fits on your face, a lack of confidence can permeate throughout your entire life. Rhinoplasty enhances your nose’s shape and size, improving your entire facial appearance. It is often a life-changing operation, giving patients greater self-confidence and an overall better quality of life.

We are part of a new era, where true rhinoplasty experts like Dr. Ghavami are setting the way to effectively enhance your facial appearance without altering your beautiful ethnic heritage or looking obviously “done.” Regardless of whether a rhinoplasty is performed for cosmetic or medical reasons, Dr. Ghavami’s results look organically beautiful, like no surgery was ever performed.

Types of Rhinoplasty

Cosmetic Rhinoplasty

Cosmetic rhinoplasty enhances facial harmony by reshaping the nose. The majority of rhinoplasty patients want to improve the appearance of their nose, which can have a significant impact on the harmony and balance of the entire face. Each nose stands out and is central to facial balance and appearance.

The following are some of our patients’ most common nose cosmetic concerns:

Medical Rhinoplasty

Dr. Ghavami performs medical rhinoplasty to correct deformities internal to the nose that impair breathing function. For example, someone might need reconstructive nose surgery after breaking their nose in a car accident or while playing a contact sport. Functional rhinoplasty can also help people who are born with cartilaginous and bony deviations that impair their breathing. Nasal breathing is vital to life and effective oxygen exchange in the body.

Revision Rhinoplasty

Revision rhinoplasty, or “secondary rhinoplasty,” is in many ways similar to a reconstructive operation and corrects issues from a primary rhinoplasty that have compromised the strength, shape, beauty, and breathing function of the nose. If you are disappointed by rhinoplasty results, a revision rhinoplasty can restore beauty to the face. In these cases, Dr. Ghavami can use cartilage grafts to carefully build up the nose. He can expertly correct nasal collapse and breathing issues at the same time.

Ethnic Rhinoplasty

Dr. Ghavami honors the diversity and individuality of his patients and strongly believes it is important to carefully preserve distinct ethnic features while enhancing the overall aesthetic of a patient’s nose and correcting any health-related issues. His goal is always to preserve his patient’s unique ethnic qualities while making improvements that can be dramatic, yet seamlessly natural at the same time. He uses an “etho-sensitive” approach for balanced and aesthetically pleasing results and never wants to completely erase the physical characteristics of a patient’s ethnicity. ⁽²⁾

Dr. Ghavami is well-versed in the physical nuances of each ethnicity and how they usually affect the shape and size of the nose. He knows how to enhance these qualities for a more beautiful and flattering nose with an ethnic rhinoplasty. Dr. Ghavami has published extensively and lectures around the world on refining noses with natural results and ethnic harmony.

Alar Rim Correction

Anti Aging Rhinoplasty

Basic Nasal Anatomy

Cartilage vs. Implants

Columella Correction

Ethnic Rhinoplasty

Functional Rhinoplasty

Male Rhinoplasty

Nasal Tip Plasty

Nostril Reshaping

Revision Rhinoplasty

Teenage Rhinoplasty

Benefits

Rhinoplasty can permanently enhance your facial harmony and improve breathing function. Many patients come to Ghavami Plastic Surgery to:

Candidates

Dr. Ghavami evaluates all potential candidates during a personal consultation. Suitable candidates are generally individuals who are at least 15 years old and whose nose has stopped growing and has fully developed facial features. Candidates should be in good physical and psychological health and not smoke. They should demonstrate that they are seeking rhinoplasty of their own volition and that they have reasonable goals and expectations of surgery.

Personal Consultation

Each person’s anatomy is completely different, and Dr. Ghavami designs surgical plans that consider the unique needs and goals of every patient. It is important that Dr. Ghavami understands your individual facial anatomy and your vision for your desired nose so he can customize your treatment plan. ⁽³⁾

During your consultation, the two of you will spend time discussing your concerns and ideal results. Dr. Ghavami will perform a physical examination and analyze your facial structure. You will look at pictures of your current nose, as well as pictures of nasal shapes you like, and decide how to improve it to best complement your facial balance.

Dr. Ghavami will also work with you to make sure your nose matches your ethnic heritage and what to realistically expect from the procedure. Final results depend on your nasal bone and cartilage structure, facial shape, skin thickness, and age. Your customized treatment plan will reflect the variety and uniqueness of your nose and full facial anatomy for a beautiful, functional outcome.

Book your personal consultation appointment by calling (310) 275-1959 or contacting us online.

Preparation

Dr. Ghavami has a keen interest in health and longevity and by applying these principles to his surgical practice, he can optimize healing to achieve lasting results with reduced downtime. Your personalized treatment plan will include specific preparations to best support the body throughout treatment and recovery. In general, maintaining a healthy lifestyle including physical activity, a nutritious and balanced diet, and refraining from alcohol and nicotine ahead of your procedure will ease the recovery process and optimize results.

Procedure

Rhinoplasty may be performed using open or closed techniques. Dr. Ghavami performs both open and closed rhinoplasty and will make recommendations best suited to your needs and goals during the consultation. Dr. Ghavami will closely follow the customized treatment plan, which may involve adding, removing or otherwise modifying the tissue, cartilage and bone to the desired shape.

Anesthesia will keep you comfortable throughout the procedure. Dr. Ghavami will begin by precisely making the incisions.

During an open rhinoplasty, Dr. Ghavami makes an incision across the columella, the small strip of skin that separates the nostrils. Through the incision, Dr. Ghavami lifts the skin to access the underlying tissue and cartilage. The advantage of an open rhinoplasty is better access to the underlying structure, with direct visualization and improved cartilage graft security for an extremely precise approach.

A closed rhinoplasty, sometimes called a scarless nose job, is performed through incisions made within the nostrils. The advantage to a closed rhinoplasty is no chance of visible scarring on the columella.

Dr. Ghavami then reshapes the nose, either reducing, augmenting or re-arranging the structure. Commonly for revision or ethnic rhinoplasties, Dr. Ghavami uses cartilage from the septum or another area of the body (rib or ear) to build up the nose.

When he is finished reshaping the nose, Dr. Ghavami carefully re-drapes the skin over the nose and stitches the incisions closed. Often, a cast or a nasal splint is placed to help the nose settle into its new structure.

Recovery

Patients may have different side effects that are temporary and quickly subside. Swelling and bruising is normal after surgery. There may be stuffiness, nose or headaches, or bleeding for several days after treatment. Bruising will go away quickly, but it can take up to a year for the swelling (especially of the tip) to completely dissipate. Swelling may reappear from time to time during the first year after the procedure (generally more noticeable in the morning).

Most patients take about a week off from work or school. Contact lenses can be worn immediately after surgery, but glasses may need to be taped to the forehead or propped up on the cheeks for up to four weeks. Dr. Ghavami can demonstrate taping and massage techniques to improve results.

Results

Dr. Ghavami encourages patients to wait a year before judging their final rhinoplasty results. As the swelling subsides, the results will begin to reveal themselves. Overall results will begin becoming visible about four to six weeks after surgery. Most of the overall shape of the new nose can be seen by around the three-month mark.

Corresponding Procedures

Dr. Ghavami can improve normal breathing function by pairing rhinoplasty with other procedures such as turbinoplasty (to improve airflow), turbinectomy (to open the airway), or septoplasty (to correct a deviated septum).

Pairing other facial treatments with rhinoplasty can enhance your overall facial balance and symmetry. A blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) rejuvenates the eye area and can brighten and amplify the rhinoplasty results. A mentoplasty (chin augmentation) adjusts the chin’s proportions to beautifully compliment the new nose shape.

Cost of Rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills

The cost of your rhinoplasty will depend on the specific surgical techniques Dr. Ghavami applies. After developing your customized treatment plan, Dr. Ghavami will provide you with a detailed price quote.

If you experience breathing difficulties due to your nose, your insurance company may cover the cost of your procedure. Insurance generally covers rhinoplasty performed for functional or reconstructive reasons, but not for cosmetic reasons.

Dr. Ghavami provides patient cosmetic surgery financing options through CareCredit and Alphaeon, which offer affordable monthly payments to make rhinoplasty more accessible.

Learn more about all your payment options by calling (310) 275-1959 or contacting us online.

Choosing the Right Rhinoplasty Surgeon

Deciding to undergo rhinoplasty is no small matter, since anytime the central feature of the face is modified, it affects the balance of the face. Rhinoplasty is one of the most complex and challenging cosmetic plastic surgeries. Mastering it demands a lot of experience, time, continued advancement and improvements in technique. The key to achieving successful results is to select the right plastic surgeon who will bring you excellent care and peace of mind throughout your entire treatment process.

Choosing the right surgeon will require some research on your part. It is important to choose a surgeon who is not only board certified, but has extensive experience and specializes in rhinoplasties as well. In order to ensure you feel confident in the surgeon’s ability to produce results that are exceptionally satisfying, we recommend thoroughly researching your surgeon, checking credentials and experience levels, asking questions, and critically looking at “long-term” video and photographic results.

A good cosmetic surgeon will have a strong sense of aesthetics and will be able to create a nose that looks natural and harmoniously balances your facial features. The cosmetic surgeon will also be able to expertly advise you about the pros and cons of the surgery, the full details of recommended surgical techniques, the expected recovery protocols and timelines. By doing your research, asking questions, and thoroughly exploring your options, you will be able to find the perfect surgeon for your rhinoplasty.

Why Dr. Ghavami for Rhinoplasty

Over the course of his specialized career, Dr. Ghavami has become one of the most respected rhinoplasty surgeons in Southern California and worldwide. Dr. Ashkan Ghavami’s Keep Them Guessing™ approach to nose surgery places a premium on symmetry and harmony. He believes that no one should be able to tell that his patients have had a nose job. Dr. Ghavami uses meticulous techniques that he has refined over the course of his decades in practice to create natural-looking results that fit each patient’s personality and unique goals.

Individuals from all over the country, and beyond, seek Dr. Ashkan Ghavami’s rhinoplasty expertise. He is known for his excellent technique, detail-oriented approach, and patient-centered care. His techniques and concepts have been published in numerous textbooks, including his own textbook, and peer-reviewed articles. He is a highly sought speaker and lectures nationally and internationally on his innovative approach and advanced techniques.

He began his professional career training with leading rhinoplasty surgeons at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, which is considered the “capital” of rhinoplasty experts because of the annual Dallas Rhinoplasty Symposium. Dr. Ghavami has been a regular member of this conference’s teaching faculty for almost two decades. He is also an executive board member and served as the president of the exclusive Rhinoplasty Society, which has less than 100 active members worldwide. He serves as co-director of the prestigious Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship of LA.

One of Dr. Ghavami’s talents is respecting the unique features of his patients to provide an approach unique to each individual patient. He does not produce “cookie-cutter” results; rather, he takes pride in customizing rhinoplasty to enhance the individual appearance of each patient. Schedule your consultation to explore your rhinoplasty options with Dr. Ghavami’s expert guidance by calling (310) 275-1959 or contacting us online.

Case Studies

Patient Example 1: Dorsal Hump & Bulbous Nasal Tip

This patients bony and cartilage hump was trimmed down, her tip was shaped and the balance between her bridge and tip was smoothed out which brought out her other beautiful facial features. Notice how her eyes and lips look fuller.

Patient Example 2: Tip Shaping, Elevation & Bridge Narrowing

An example of a patient with attractive features who required major tip shaping and elevation as well as narrowing of her bridge and hump. Many websites do not show the front view of their patients. While many surgeons can remove a hump, the finesse involved in nose shaping can only be truly judged on front view.

Patient Example 3: Reshaping & Bridge Narrowing

An extreme makeover of a middle eastern nose with poor pre-op shape and no characteristic shadows, angles, or highlights.

Patient Example 4: Major Tip Modifications & Multiple Cartilage Grafts

A very wide tip and large nostril base. This type of ethnic nose requires understanding of what “ethnicity” is and how a nose can be re-shaped without changing a person’s ethnic features. Major tip modification with multiple cartilage grafts was needed.

Patient Example 5: Wide Nose with Thick Skin

This patient is very different from the first example. She has thick skin, poor cartilage framework and wide nostrils. Her nasal bridge did not require hump removal like the previous example.

Patient Example 6: Lengthening, Reshaping, & Nostril Narrowing

African american rhinoplasty in which the nose was lengthened and completely reshaped, along with nostril narrowing, lowering and reshaping. The tip was also refined, producing this dramatic, life-changing result.

As with most of Dr. Ghavami’s results, you can cover the pre-op view and only look at the post-op picture, and not know that this was a nose that had been surgically modified. “Natural” is central to our treatment philosophy.

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References

1. American Society of Plastic Surgeons. 2025 Annual Plastic Surgery Statistics. Published online 2026. https://www.plasticsurgery.org/documents/news/statistics/2025/plastic-surgery-statistics-report-2025.pdf
2. Rohrich RJ, Ghavami A. Rhinoplasty for Middle Eastern Noses. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. 2009;123(4):1343. doi:10.1097/PRS.0b013e31817741b4
3. Dhir K, Ghavami A. Reshaping of the Broad and Bulbous Nasal Tip. Clin Plast Surg. 2016;43(1):115-126. doi:10.1016/j.cps.2015.09.013