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Rhinoplasty reshapes the nose to improve facial balance and harmony. Whether addressing a dorsal hump, wide nostrils, bulbous tip, or asymmetry, this procedure can dramatically enhance facial aesthetics while maintaining ethnic characteristics and natural appearance.
Dr. Mora performs both cosmetic and functional rhinoplasty. For patients with breathing difficulties due to deviated septum or other structural issues, he can correct these problems while improving nasal aesthetics in the same surgery.
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Procedure Duration |
2-3 hours |
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Anesthesia |
General anesthesia |
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Recovery Time |
10-14 days before travel |
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Results Timeline |
Final results at 12-18 months |
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Hospital Stay |
Outpatient |
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Recommended Stay in DR |
10-14 days |
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Price Range |
$3,500 - $5,500 USD |
Rhinoplasty can address both aesthetic concerns and functional breathing issues.
Address humps, wide bridges, bulbous tips, asymmetry, or overall size to achieve better facial balance.
Correct deviated septum or other structural issues that impair breathing, often combined with cosmetic changes.
Dr. Mora respects ethnic characteristics, creating results that look natural for your heritage rather than 'Westernized.'
• Dissatisfaction with nose shape or size • Facial imbalance due to nose proportion • Breathing difficulties (functional concerns) • Nose fully developed (typically age 15+ for girls, 17+ for boys) • Good overall health • Realistic expectations
• Nasal development incomplete (too young) • Unrealistic expectations or body dysmorphia • Active smokers • Certain medical conditions affecting healing
Splint on nose. Bruising around eyes common. Breathing through mouth necessary. Cold compresses help with swelling.
Splint and sutures removed. Major swelling subsides. Bruising fading. Can return to non-strenuous work.
Most visible swelling resolved. Glasses must be avoided (use tape or pads). Gentle activities permitted.
Tip swelling continues to resolve. Shape refining. Most social activities resumed.
Final results. All swelling resolved. Subtle refinements may continue up to 2 years.
Dr. Mora takes a conservative approach to rhinoplasty, removing only what’s necessary to achieve the desired shape. Over-resection can lead to long-term problems including breathing difficulties and an unnatural pinched appearance.
He also places great importance on preserving ethnic characteristics—creating a nose that fits your face rather than imposing a standard template.
When performed correctly, rhinoplasty should not impair breathing. If you have existing breathing issues, they can often be corrected during the same surgery.
Rhinoplasty has the longest healing time of any facial procedure. While the splint comes off at 1 week and most swelling resolves by 2-3 months, final tip refinement continues for 12-18 months.
For most rhinoplasties, incisions are inside the nose (closed approach) with no visible scars. Even when an external incision is needed (open approach), it's hidden beneath the nose and fades to nearly invisible.
You'll need to avoid resting glasses on your nose for about 6 weeks. Contact lenses or special taping techniques can be used during this period.
Ready to learn more about rhinoplasty? Schedule your virtual consultation with Dr. Mora today.
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