Nose Surgery - Santa Monica, California

Plastic surgery quickly conjures breast augmentation and face lift surgery. Nose surgery may even come to the mind, but usually when I think of plastic surgery, the reason behind it is always cosmetic. I was visiting the web site of Santa Monica nose surgery Doctor, Steven Teitelbaum, however, and was reminded that there's more to the nose than meets the eye. Of course, there are cosmetic reasons to have nose surgery; it may be too large for its face, it may have a hump, or a bulbous tip or oddly shaped nostrils. There can also be deformities on the inside, though, which can cause difficulty breathing. Repair if these issues also falls on the plastic surgeon, and may even be covered by insurance. Perhaps a closer look at Los Angeles facial rejuvenation might even help a body breathe a little bit easier.

What Should You Look for in a Plastic Surgeon

New York plastic surgeon Dr. Eric Sadeh in Manhattan says it is important to choose a doctor who is board certified and affiliated with a reputable hospital. It is also crucial that he be up-to-date on what is new in his field. Does your doctor offer a variety of techniques? With the right doctor, nose reshaping procedures (rhinoplasty) can yield marvelous results.

Dr. Sadeh has been in practice for over a decade (since 1996), and combines a sense of aesthetics, surgical skills, and the latest practices to achieve the results his clients need. At the same time, he sees to it that his patients find his practice to be a safe, warm, and comfortable environment.

It's of tremendous importance that you feel comfortable with your doctor, he says. "You should be able to talk to him openly, expressing your concerns. Communication is key in a relationship with your doctor, especially when you're discussing what you want from the surgery."

Importance Of Nose Aesthetics

The nose is a very important central feature of the face. In both front and profile views, nasal characteristics affect the overall balance and aesthetic appeal of the entire face. Rhinoplasty is one of the most difficult procedures in plastic surgery because very small changes can drastically affect the appearance. Careful evaluation, planning, and surgical precision are critically important. Overly operated noses appear unattractive and unnatural. To preserve your individuality and maintain the uniqueness of your nose, surgeons will spend a lot of time with you, discussing your desires and explaining how the changes you desire will affect other features of your nose and face. By changing only the negative features and carefully preserving your positive characteristics, your nose will blend aesthetically with your face but not appear overly operated.

In general, features of the nose should blend in a pleasing fashion with other facial features. Overly prominent or detracting features of the nose such as a large hump or an excessively round or bulbous tip which detract from a pleasing balance can be improved by rhinoplasty.