Rhinoplasty Bellevue and Kirkland
Procedure Time
2-4 Hours
Recovery Time
1 Week
Skilled Kirkland, WA Rhinoplasty Cosmetic Surgeons
When the nose is out of proportion, it can disrupt the alignment of your eyes, jawline, and cheekbones, thus impacting other features. Even minor irregularities in nasal size or shape can change how the rest of your face is perceived. In many cases, this imbalance is not something that makeup or camera angles can hide. This is where rhinoplasty can help.
Rhinoplasty, also known as a nose job, is a highly personalized cosmetic and functional procedure designed to reshape the nose. It can address concerns related to size, shape, asymmetry, or breathing issues. As the third most common cosmetic procedure in the U.S., it offers transformative results for individuals seeking improved facial balance and nasal function.
Rhinoplasty is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic surgeries in the U.S. and remains a top choice for patients seeking lasting improvements to the shape and function of their nose. Given this, the highly skilled professionals at Northwest Face & Body offer a personal approach to each patient seeking a consultation for rhinoplasty in Bellevue and surrounding areas. Each nose surgery we perform is carefully tailored to the individual’s concerns and goals. We provide comprehensive, quality care before, during, and after your rhinoplasty procedure in Bellevue. The plastic surgeons at Northwest Face & Body provide the best rhinoplasty Bellevue and Kirkland offer.
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Understanding Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty, better known as a “nose job,” is a cosmetic surgery that involves reconstructing and changing the appearance of a nose. There are a multitude of reasons individuals receive a Bellevue rhinoplasty procedure, including better breathing, more streamlined structure, balance, and a better overall appearance. With the reasons varying for the desired nose job, there are two types of rhinoplasty procedures generally performed:
- Reconstructive: To restore the form, shape, and function of the nose
- Cosmetic: to alter the appearance of the nose
The core goals of rhinoplasty typically include:
- Cosmetic enhancement (shape, symmetry)
- Functional improvement (breathing, septal correction)
- Reconstruction (trauma or congenital repair)
Rhinoplasty may be performed via a closed (no external scar) or open (small columellar incision) technique, chosen based on your anatomy and surgical goals.
Regardless of the reason for your desire or need for rhinoplasty, the ultimate goal is to provide an enhanced and natural-looking nose that provides optimum breathing, appearance, and function.
Rhinoplasty for Teens
The teenage years are formative, in which both young men and women are seeking to define themselves and shape their identities. Rhinoplasty is one of the most sought-after surgeries for teens and it is effective when performed with careful consideration of age, maturity, and individual goals. The caring and competent team at Northwest Face & Body understands that for teens, looking their best is important. That’s why we will discuss nose job surgeries with you and your teen, ensuring the best results. Confidence and self-image are paramount to teens. Thankfully, a rhinoplasty procedure can lead to an increase in higher self-confidence for teens. Young adults also have healthy nose tissues, which aid in complete recovery after the nose job procedure.
To be eligible for cosmetic rhinoplasty, nasal growth must be complete, typically around age 15 ½ for girls and 17 for boys. In cases where the procedure is medically necessary, such as correcting a deviated septum or trauma-related deformity, insurance may cover all or part of the cost.
Nose Job for Women
As a woman, putting your best face forward is vital for life. So, if correcting the shape and function of your nose is important to you, it’s important to us! At Northwest Face & Body, we will sit down with you to discuss the particulars of your nose job. Whether your desire is to alter the shape of a portion of your nose or something more intricate, we can assist! Our goal is to provide you with a natural-looking nose that complements your other unique features.
For some women, rhinoplasty may also serve a medical purpose, which includes improving airflow or correcting a deviated septum. In these cases, insurance coverage may apply.
Nose Job for Men
Northwest Face & Body also warmly welcomes men seeking male rhinoplasty in Bellevue to discuss their nose surgery options. Whether you’re looking to alter the appearance of your nose after a sports injury or for some other reason, we will discuss the options you have for correcting any deformities and issues with your nose. Rhinoplasty remains one of the most popular plastic surgeries for men every year. This is because the nose serves as an important focal point of the face for men. Dr. Allegra and Dr. Young understand how to create a masculine, attractive nose that men will find satisfying.
If nasal obstruction or post-traumatic correction is involved, rhinoplasty may be partially or fully covered by insurance, depending on your plan.
- Asian Rhinoplasty: Often includes bridge augmentation and subtle tip projection to improve profile balance while preserving soft contours.
- African-American Rhinoplasty: Focuses on narrowing wide nostrils and adding more shape or definition to the tip of the nose, respecting natural skin texture and support.
- Middle Eastern & Hispanic Rhinoplasty: Commonly involves reducing a bump on the nose and lifting or reshaping the tip.
Procedure Overview
Consultation
Your rhinoplasty procedure will begin with a complete consultation. It’s important to note that rhinoplasty isn’t a “one-size-fits-all” surgery. Therefore, we will spend as much time as needed to gather the full picture of your desires. We will also request your medical history, take and gather digital images, and then provide you with extensive and complete information about your nose job. All of these components help to ensure all of the expectations and goals of each of our patients are understood and met.
Preparation
A rhinoplasty is a highly skilled surgical procedure. Therefore, we will provide pre-operative as well as post-operative instructions that may include receiving proper hydration and nutrients, avoiding certain medicines that may interact with your anesthesia, and ceasing smoking. Given the unique nature of each nose job, you will also be given specific directives to ensure optimal results. The anesthetic we use is deep sedation with anesthesia monitoring. Your anesthesiologist will begin an IV and administer medication that induces rapid sleepiness. You will remain completely unaware of the surgery during your nose job procedure. There is absolutely no pain at all with your rhinoplasty procedure. Once your surgery is complete, you can expect minimal to no discomfort afterward.
Nose Job Procedure
Your surgery will take place in a warm, accredited, and safe facility. Your surgery will also take place at an outpatient surgery center, offering you both efficiency and privacy. We also maintain Medicare accreditation, which helps to meet as well as exceed an array of standards of any hospital facility. Only a board-certified MD anesthesiologist provides anesthesia.
We use 3D imaging for surgical planning and to simulate your expected results. The length of your surgery will depend upon the complexity of the surgery as well as any other enhancements that were discussed beforehand and agreed upon. For simpler cases, surgery typically lasts 1 to 1.5 hours. More complex primary rhinoplasties may take around 3 to 4 hours, while revision surgeries often require more time due to their intricate nature.
At Northwest Face & Body, your nose job will be a complete and detailed surgery. As trusted cosmetic surgeons, Dr. Young or Dr. Allegra will perform every maneuver and address every issue concerning the state of your nose and face. No “stone will be left unturned” during your surgery. We take time and care with each rhinoplasty. Our patients entrust us to perform. We perform open, closed, or tip plasty techniques—selected to match your anatomy and goals. We also do not utilize any packing in the nose. As a result, this allows for immediate free breathing. There is also very little swelling or bruising, and that which occurs is resolved in 5–7 days.
Recovery & Results Timeline
During the recovery process, we utilize the highest level of skilled nursing personnel, ensuring complete healing and improvement. As medical masters of rhinoplasty, Dr. Allegra and Dr. Young create noses that don’t include the traditional appearance of “black eyes” and “packed gauze.” Instead, we carefully handle your nose tissue, making incisions that ensure rapid recovery and healing. With the pioneering and groundbreaking tools and techniques utilized, you may find yourself back at work and resume your daily activities within weeks of your surgery!
You can typically return to office work after about one week. Strenuous exercise should be avoided for two weeks, and contact sports should be avoided for three to six months.
Afterward
After your rhinoplasty, you can expect a presentable appearance in approximately 5-7 days. At this point, most patients see the resolution of most minor swelling. The nose will begin to look better as swelling reduces. Substantial reductions in swelling usually become visible after two to three weeks. In fact, your nose’s appearance is generally excellent by 14 days following surgery, with gradual refinement subsequently taking place.
Your follow-up care will include regular post-operative visits, starting within the first week, followed by additional check-ins as needed to monitor healing and progress.
We will also spearhead your post-operative care, which entails follow-up visits, medications, and more.
Patient Testimonials
“I had a non-surgical rhinoplasty with Dr. Khezri and I absolutely love the result. I didn’t expect it to turn out this well – it looks natural, balanced, and completely elevated my profile without changing who I am. He made me feel comfortable throughout the process and really listened to what I wanted. Highly recommend Dr. Khezri!”
– Ana Bengala
“Dr. Allegra is sooo sweet. I’m ethnic, and I told him I didn’t want my nose to look like MJ’s (RIP, King of Pop) and wanted to look natural. He did an amazing job. I even had my septum straighten 3 year prior via ENT and my medical insurance paid for it. However what Dr Allegra did was beyond, he made my nose look like it was actually straight, thinner, with a nice tip. You can barely see my scar and I love it. Thank you Dr Allegra”
-Lydia S
How Long Do Results Last?
Theoretically, rhinoplasty surgery is designed to last a lifetime. At Northwest Face & Body, Dr. Young or Dr. Allegra will provide you with specific instructions to ensure that the results from your surgery last for years to come. Today’s rhinoplasty surgeries are very accurate, predictable, precise, and successful. We’re proud to offer patients the most suitable nose jobs with our unique combination of surgical skills and medical advances. The outcome of your nose job is a healthy and natural-looking nose that will flatter your face and enhance your existing beauty!
As long as there’s no injury or major aging changes, your rhinoplasty results can last for decades without needing revision.
Risks & Revision
Risks from the surgery, while rare, include severe postoperative bleeding requiring re-operation, infection, prolonged swelling, septal hematoma, septal fistula, minor irregularities, skin changes or recurrent deformities, or septal deviation. The risk for re-operation is less with the open rhinoplasty method than the closed approach and runs anywhere from five to 15 percent when performed by an experienced surgeon.
Secondary Rhinoplasty: What Is the Process?
Secondary or revision rhinoplasty is nose surgery that corrects problems that resulted from previous rhinoplasty surgery. These may involve cosmetic imperfections or problems with breathing after a procedure, and may include serious and difficult issues to treat. The key is to achieve the best cosmetic results and to improve breathing is structure and support. These procedures often take much longer to perform, as there are sometimes surprises that require skill in making adjustments. Rhinoplasty is an art, so vision and careful technique are of utmost importance.
Revision rhinoplasty is more complex because of scar tissue and may require cartilage from your nose, ear, or rib to rebuild and support the new shape.
FAQ
Will insurance cover my nose job?
Health insurance may cover your rhinoplasty depending upon your specific circumstances. This typically applies when the procedure is medically necessary, such as for breathing issues or injury-related correction. Coverage varies by case and provider. Coverage varies case by case, depending on your condition and insurance provider.
Will my sinuses and allergies improve after my nose job?
Although the impact and effects of rhinoplasty surgery on allergies are minimal, you may notice that your breathing is better after Dr. Allegra or Dr. Young further open the nasal passages.
Will I be able to combine other enhancements with my rhinoplasty?
Many patients often combine other procedures with their nose job. For example, you may elect to have a chin augmentation with your rhinoplasty. During your consultation, we may recommend an additional procedure to help you achieve better facial balance and harmony.
How old do I need to be?
Rhinoplasty is typically safe after nasal growth is complete. It usually happens around age 15 and a half for girls and 17 for boys.
Is non-surgical (liquid) rhinoplasty an option, and how long does it last?
Yes, temporary fillers can be used to reshape the nose without surgery. Results generally last 1 to 2 years.
When will I see my final results?
You’ll start noticing changes within the first few weeks, but it can take up to 12 to 24 months for all the swelling to go down and for your final results to show.
Will people be able to tell I’ve had a nose job?
In most cases, no. The incisions are hidden inside the nose or just under the tip, so people usually notice a more refined look rather than signs of surgery.