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Rhinoplasty, commonly known as nose surgery, is a surgical procedure that alters the shape and size of the nose. It can be performed for both cosmetic and functional reasons, such as to change the appearance of the nose or to improve breathing problems. The procedure is typically performed by a plastic surgeon and can involve the use of anaesthesia. Recovery time and results can vary depending on the individual case.
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Nose surgery has a number of benefits, including:
- Improving the appearance of the nose: Rhinoplasty can reshape the nose to make it more proportionate with the rest of the face and enhance a person’s overall appearance.
- Improving breathing: A deviated septum or other structural issues within the nose can be corrected during rhinoplasty, which can improve a person’s ability to breathe.
- Correcting injuries: Rhinoplasty can be used to repair injuries to the nose, such as those caused by sports or accidents.
- Reducing sinus problems: If a patient has chronic sinus problems, a rhinoplasty may improve their sinus symptoms.
It is important to note that the benefits of nose surgery may vary from person to person and that a consultation with a plastic surgeon is recommended to determine if a person is a good candidate for the procedure.
Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)

Rhinoplasty, also known as a “nose job,” is a surgical procedure that alters the shape and size of the nose. It can be done for both functional and cosmetic reasons. The procedure can be done to change the size of the nose, and the shape of the tip or bridge, narrow the nostrils or correct any structural defects, such as a deviated septum that may be causing breathing difficulties. The procedure is typically performed under general anaesthesia, and the recovery time can vary, with most patients returning to normal activities within one to two weeks.
Tip Rhinoplasty (Tip Plasty)

Tip Rhinoplasty or Tip Plasty is a surgical procedure performed to refine and reshape the tip of the nose. This procedure can be performed to improve the appearance of the nose and to enhance the overall balance and proportion of the face. Tip rhinoplasty can address issues such as a drooping tip, a bulbous tip, or asymmetry of the nose tip. Nose tip surgery can be performed alone or in conjunction with other nose surgeries, such as rhinoplasty. Tip rhinoplasty is typically performed under general anaesthesia and the recovery time is relatively short. The goal of tip rhinoplasty is to achieve a more aesthetically pleasing appearance of the nose that enhances the patient’s overall facial appearance.
Alar Base Reduction (Alarplasty)

Alar base reduction is a surgical procedure performed to reduce the width of the nostrils and to improve the overall appearance of the nose. This procedure is commonly performed in conjunction with other nose surgeries, such as rhinoplasty, to enhance the balance and proportion of the nose. Alar base reduction is typically performed by removing small wedges of tissue from the sides of the nostrils to narrow the alar base and reshape the nostrils. The procedure is usually performed under local anaesthesia with or without sedation, and the recovery time is typically short. The goal of alar base reduction is to achieve a more aesthetically pleasing appearance of the nose and to enhance the overall balance of the face.
Septoplasty

Septoplasty or nose septum surgery is designed to straighten the bone and cartilage which lies between your two nostrils. A deviated septum often appears crooked and can impair the ability to breathe normally through the nose with an increased risk of potential sinus infections due to impaired drainage. Septoplasty is often combined with a cosmetic rhinoplasty as part of a septorhinoplasty procedure to address both the appearance and function of the nose.
Turbinoplasty

Turbinoplasty is a surgical procedure that reduces the size of the turbinates – the bony structures in the nasal passage – to improve airflow. Turbinates warm, filter and moisten the air we breathe, but when overly large, they can obstruct air passage causing breathing difficulties. Turbinoplasty is a less invasive solution that can relieve symptoms like nasal congestion, snoring, or issues related to sleep apnoea. By modifying the turbinates rather than completely removing them, it maintains their beneficial function while enhancing the patient’s ability to breathe more freely, thus significantly improving their quality of life.
Septorhinoplasty

Septorhinoplasty is designed to address both aesthetic and functional concerns affecting the nose in a single operation. Rhinoplasty surgery can improve the appearance of the nose by surgically altering its size or shape. A septoplasty can be performed in the same procedure to improve a deviated septum for people who have difficulty breathing. Having both procedures together means only one recovery period is needed making the cost of the procedure much more affordable in the UK.
Male Rhinoplasty (Nose Job for Men)

Male rhinoplasty, also known as a male nose job, is a facial cosmetic surgery procedure that can surgically alter the size and shape of the nose, creating more balanced features and facial harmony. Rhinoplasty for men can alter the appearance of a protruding bump, wide tip or crooked bridge, and it can also help restore nasal function with improved breathing following a traumatic injury.
Ethnic Rhinoplasty

Ethnic rhinoplasty, also known as an ethnic nose job, is a highly specialised type of rhinoplasty surgery customised to a patient’s particular ethnic origin. Most rhinoplasty techniques have traditionally been focused on treating the Caucasian nose. Non-Caucasian noses have significant differences in size and shape and often require specialised surgical techniques to get the best results.
Ultrasonic Rhinoplasty

Ultrasonic rhinoplasty, also known as “piezoelectric rhinoplasty”, differs from traditional rhinoplasty in that it uses a specialised handpiece emitting high-frequency ultrasonic vibrations to reshape and contour the nasal bone precisely. The ultrasonic method is more gentle, resulting in less bruising and swelling and a quicker recovery. We are one of the few clinics in London and the UK to use this innovative technique for rhinoplasty surgery.
Preservation Rhinoplasty

Preservation rhinoplasty is a highly precise method of reshaping the nose without disturbing the delicate soft tissue framework of the nose. This means reduced bruising and swelling and a much quicker recovery than a traditional structural rhinoplasty. Patients with a large dorsal hump can have this effectively reduced or removed from within the nose, which helps to preserve the natural smooth contours of the nasal bridge for an enhanced and natural-looking appearance.
Revision Rhinoplasty

Revision rhinoplasty, also known as secondary rhinoplasty, is a surgical procedure performed to correct or improve the results of previous nose surgery. Revision rhinoplasty can address issues such as nasal asymmetry, a nasal hump, a drooping tip, or breathing problems that were not resolved by the initial procedure. This procedure is typically more complex than a primary rhinoplasty, as the surgeon must work within the framework of the previous surgery to achieve the desired results. The goal of revision rhinoplasty is to achieve a natural-looking and functional nose that enhances the patient’s overall facial appearance.
Nose Filler

Non-surgical rhinoplasty, also known as a non-surgical nose job or ‘liquid nose job’ is a minimally invasive procedure for altering the shape of your nose using nose fillers and is a great option for those looking to make small, subtle changes to the appearance of their nose. Non-surgical nose reshaping can improve the appearance of dorsal humps, bridges and nasal asymmetry and can be a good alternative to a surgical rhinoplasty procedure for many patients. Some patients may first have a non-surgical rhinoplasty to see how they could look before having rhinoplasty surgery and if they are happy with the appearance after nose filler.
Nose Thread Lift

A nose thread lift, also known as a nose lift with threads or a nose suspension, is designed to lift a drooping nasal tip using specialised PDO threads. Compared with rhinoplasty surgery, the treatment does not involve breaking the nasal bones or applying a nasal splint. A thread lift nose job can be easily carried out under a local anaesthetic as an outpatient and takes no more than 30 minutes to perform. It is an excellent compliment to a non-surgical rhinoplasty with filler.
Rhinophyma Surgery

Rhinophyma surgery is a procedure that aims to reduce the size and improve the shape of the nose in people with rhinophyma, a condition that causes the nose to become enlarged and deformed. The surgery can be performed using different techniques such as excision, dermaplaning, CO2 laser resurfacing, cryosurgery or subcision. The goal of the surgery is to improve the patient’s appearance and self-esteem and also to improve breathing by opening the nasal airway.
Laser Snoring Treatment (NightLase)

NightLase is a non-surgical laser treatment used to reduce snoring by using laser energy to shrink and tighten the soft tissues of the uvula and soft palate. The procedure is performed by a trained practitioner who uses a laser to heat the tissues in the back of the throat, which can help to reduce vibration and collapse of the airway that causes snoring. The procedure is typically performed over a series of 3 sessions and is done on an outpatient basis with no downtime. NightLase uses laser energy to heat the tissues in the back of the throat, which can help to reduce vibration and collapse of the airway that causes snoring.