Nonsurgical rhinoplasty

Overview

Nonsurgical rhinoplasty, also known as a liquid nose job or nonsurgical nose job, is a cosmetic procedure that utilizes dermal fillers to temporarily reshape your nose. While it can smooth out bumps and enhance certain features, it cannot reduce the size of the nose. The effects typically last up to six months and are less permanent compared to traditional rhinoplasty.

Reasons for undergoing the procedure

Nonsurgical rhinoplasty can be an excellent choice if you want to:

• Enhance the volumeof your nose.
• Improve the appearance of your nose tip.
• Smooth out lumps or bumps.
• Conceal a bump on the bridge of your nose.
• Straighten a slightly crooked nose.

It’s a great option for experimenting with minor adjustments or visualizing how your nose might look differently. However, if you’re seeking significant and long-lasting changes, traditional rhinoplasty might be a better option. While nonsurgical rhinoplasty cannot narrow or reduce the size of your nose, it can often smooth out bumps and create a more symmetrical appearance.

Risks

There are dangers associated with any surgery. Nonsurgical rhinoplasty is more complicated than other dermal filler procedures because the nose is vascular (rich in blood vessels) and near the eyes.

A nonsurgical nose job should be performed by a licensed professional, such as a plastic surgeon, to avoid potential complications like:

• Increasing redness or swelling
• Death or necrosis of tissue
• Vascular issues
• Visual impairment
• Fever

Before the procedure

Your doctor will meet with you to review your cosmetic goals and discuss the changes you want for your nose. They may also take photographs to help create a personalized treatment plan. Not everyone is suitable for nonsurgical rhinoplasty, but your provider can explore other treatment options with you.

In this procedure, dermal fillers, commonly containing hyaluronic acid, are injected beneath the skin to reshape the nose. When done by a skilled and licensed professional, nonsurgical rhinoplasty can achieve notable results that typically last up to six months.

During the procedure

Your doctor may apply a topical anesthetic to numb your skin before performing nonsurgical rhinoplasty. They will then inject dermal fillers into specific areas of your nose to achieve the desired results. In some cases, botulinum toxin injections may be used instead. You might experience a slight pinching or pressure during the procedure. Typically, the entire process takes 45 minutes or less.

After the procedure

Most patients who have nonsurgical rhinoplasty report mild side effects including redness and sensitivity in the treated area. Usually, these symptoms subside after a day or two.

Other negative consequences could include nausea, swelling, bruising, and migration, or the spread of the filler material to other locations.

Outcome

No follow-up care is needed after nonsurgical rhinoplasty, and you can usually resume your normal activities immediately. Your healthcare provider will give you detailed instructions on managing any potential side effects.

The effects of a nonsurgical nose job typically last around six months, though they may last a bit longer depending on the type of dermal filler used.

If you’re looking for a minor cosmetic adjustment and don’t need to improve nasal function, nonsurgical rhinoplasty might be a great choice. However, if you seek significant changes to the structure of your nose or want to make it smaller, traditional rhinoplasty may be a better option.