Frequently asked
questions.
The questions we hear most often from patients about the first consultation, female and male rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, nasal tip surgery and the recovery period — with their answers. If you cannot find what you are looking for, you can reach our clinical team through the appointment page.
General
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What happens at the first consultation?
At the first consultation, your expectations, your history and the structure of your nose are assessed together. The inside and the outside of the nose are examined, and imaging is arranged if needed. Alongside your aesthetic concerns, functional matters such as breathing are also discussed. The process and the options are gone through with you in plain language.
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Can my breathing problem be addressed together with the aesthetic surgery?
In many cases, aesthetic correction and structural problems that affect breathing, such as a deviated septum, can be handled together in the same session. The plan that suits you is made according to the examination findings; the decision is taken together with you and followed up with regular check-ups.
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Do I need a referral for an appointment? Is pricing information shared?
No referral is needed to book at the practice; you can make an appointment directly. You can reach the clinic in Istanbul through the appointment page. Pricing becomes clear after the examination, according to the procedure that is planned; fixed prices are not quoted over the phone.
Female Rhinoplasty
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What kind of appearance is aimed for in female rhinoplasty?
The goal is a natural look that is in harmony with the rest of your facial features. The nasal tip, the dorsal line and the nose-to-lip angle are assessed as a whole. Exaggerated results that look 'operated on' are avoided; the outcome is planned according to your own facial structure.
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What assessments are made before surgery?
The examination looks at the external structure of the nose together with the inside of the nose (the septum and the turbinates). Whether there is any problem with breathing is assessed. Imaging may be requested if needed. Your expectations and the structure of your nose are discussed together to build an individual plan.
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Can nasal tip surgery be performed on its own?
In some situations working on the nasal tip alone may be enough. However, because the nasal dorsum directly affects the appearance of the tip, the two may need to be assessed together. Whether the tip alone or a more comprehensive plan is appropriate is determined during the examination.
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Who might it be suitable for?
It may be considered in people who are happy with their nasal dorsum but feel that only the tip looks droopy, wide, asymmetric or undefined. Suitability is decided individually according to the overall structure of the nose and the thickness of the skin.
Male Rhinoplasty
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Is male rhinoplasty different from female rhinoplasty?
There can be differences in approach. With male facial features, a straighter nasal dorsum and a less upturned nasal tip are generally aimed for; the goal is to preserve a strong and natural appearance. Even so, every plan is determined according to the person's own facial structure.
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How is rhinoplasty planned in men?
The examination looks at the external and internal structure of the nose together. Skin thickness and the bone and cartilage structure are assessed. Whether there is a breathing problem is checked. Your expectations and the structure of your nose are discussed together to build an individual plan.
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What is a hump nose?
A hump nose is a prominence created by bone and cartilage tissue on the nasal dorsum, which is particularly noticeable when viewed in profile. It may be hereditary, or it may develop after a blow to the nose. Its degree and structure vary from person to person.
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How is a hump corrected?
The excess bone and cartilage on the nasal dorsum is adjusted with the aim of a profile in harmony with the face. When working on the bone, options such as the piezo (ultrasonic) method, which shapes tissue in a more preserving way, may be considered. The appropriate approach is determined according to the structure of your nose.
Revision Rhinoplasty
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Why might revision rhinoplasty be needed?
Ongoing dissatisfaction with the appearance after a previous rhinoplasty, persisting difficulty with breathing, or structural changes that develop during the healing process may bring revision onto the agenda. Every situation is assessed on its own terms.
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How long after the first surgery can it be performed?
It takes time for the nasal tissues to heal and for the swelling to resolve completely. For this reason, revision usually waits until the tissues have settled. The right timing is assessed during the examination according to how your nose is healing; rushing is not recommended.
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Is revision surgery more difficult than the first operation?
In a revision the tissue structure may have changed because of the previous surgery, and additional tissue may be needed for cartilage support. This is why it requires more detailed planning. The approach is determined individually according to the current condition of your nose.
Nasal Tip Surgery
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Can nasal tip surgery be performed on its own?
In some situations working on the nasal tip alone may be enough. However, because the nasal dorsum directly affects the appearance of the tip, the two may need to be assessed together. Whether the tip alone or a more comprehensive plan is appropriate is determined during the examination.
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Who might it be suitable for?
It may be considered in people who are happy with their nasal dorsum but feel that only the tip looks droopy, wide, asymmetric or undefined. Suitability is decided individually according to the overall structure of the nose and the thickness of the skin.
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What is a hump nose?
A hump nose is a prominence created by bone and cartilage tissue on the nasal dorsum, which is particularly noticeable when viewed in profile. It may be hereditary, or it may develop after a blow to the nose. Its degree and structure vary from person to person.
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How is a hump corrected?
The excess bone and cartilage on the nasal dorsum is adjusted with the aim of a profile in harmony with the face. When working on the bone, options such as the piezo (ultrasonic) method, which shapes tissue in a more preserving way, may be considered. The appropriate approach is determined according to the structure of your nose.
Ask our clinical team directly.
Every patient and every situation is individual. For questions specific to you, reach us through the form on the appointment page; our clinical team will get back to you.