Your nose is probably the most prominent feature on your face, and it’s a key component of facial balance and harmony. It can also be a key factor in how you feel about yourself. Maybe your nose has been bothering you your entire life. Or maybe it has recently changed with age or trauma and you don’t feel like yourself. Either way, there’s hope in the form of dermal fillers!
For years, the solution for those wanting to change the appearance of their nose has been a rhinoplasty, a.k.a. a nose job. A traditional rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure. With surgery, there’s pain and a significant amount of down time. Surgery can also be quite expensive. Not only that, but a surgical nose job changes your entire face permanently…and not always in a good way.
Perhaps it’s the cost of a rhinoplasty that’s kept you from making the changes to your nose that you’ve been longing to make. Or, maybe you’re not exactly thrilled with the idea of undergoing surgery. So, here’s the good news. If you’re unhappy with your nose, we can help you improve its appearance, without surgery! At Clarity Medical Aesthetics, we offer a non-surgical, or “liquid,” nose job to help you improve the appearance of your nose, your overall facial balance, and your confidence.
What is a Non-Surgical Nose Job?
Living on the straight and narrow can often be boring, but when it comes to your nose, it can be life changing! The great news is that it can be done without a knife. A non-surgical nose job is also often referred to as a liquid rhinoplasty. Instead of surgery, dermal fillers are injected to alter the shape of your nose. Because there’s no surgery, there’s no anesthesia and no need for a hospital visit or major downtime.
I used Restylane on the hump, tip and bridge to achieve this result.
Who is a Good Candidate?
Candidates for a non-surgical nose job are those whose nose has a bump, is mildly crooked, has a droopy tip, or has sharp angles. Dermal fillers can be used to fill in the areas around the bump, eliminating its appearance. A filler can contour and reshape the nose, helping your nose look straighter and more symmetrical. A filler can also provide lift or smooth out the sharp angles. It’s kind of crazy what a little filler can do!
I used Restylane to smooth out the sharp angles of this patient’s nose.
Who is NOT a Good Candidate?
While a small amount of carefully placed dermal filler can make a huge difference for many patients, a non-surgical nose job isn’t necessarily the right solution for everyone. A liquid rhinoplasty can’t make a large nose smaller or make a wide nose narrower. Patients with these issues should consult with a plastic surgeon. In these types of cases, a surgical rhinoplasty is probably the best answer. Still, we offer free consultations before all injectable treatments. During the consultation, we review your challenges, worries, and hopes to make an educated decision about whether a non-surgical nose job is right for you.
Is a Non-Surgical Nose Job Safe?
Dermal fillers are now safer than ever, and the difference they can make is almost magical. Long gone are the days of silicone being injected into the skin, creating an obvious fake and lifeless appearance. We even have alternatives to the bovine collagen injections that were FDA approved in 1981.
Today’s dermal fillers use naturally occurring or biocompatible substances. Many are made with hyaluronic acid, a substance that naturally occurs within the human body to plump and hydrate the skin.
BONUS: What are the Different Types of Dermal Fillers?
Even though dermal fillers are incredibly safe, it’s still important to do your research. Just because someone says they can perform a non-surgical nose job, that doesn’t mean you should just trust them outright. As with other medical aesthetic treatments, it’s important that you do your due diligence. A non-surgical nose job (or any other medical aesthetic treatment) can be dangerous in the wrong hands!
Before selecting a provider, get some referrals from your girlfriends, or other trusted individuals. Check out their background and read reviews. Ask to see photos of their work. Your provider should also be up to date on the latest technologies and procedures for aesthetic and anti-aging procedures.
An added benefit is to choose a medical aesthetics provider who’s actually a clinical instructor, like me. A clinical instructor is a provider who’s brought in to train doctors, PAs, and other specialists on how to properly perform dermal fillers and other injectables. We’ve had patients travel a long way to have a liquid rhinoplasty performed.
What Results Can Patients Expect?
The results of a liquid rhinoplasty are pretty incredible—and they’re instant! In the event that you’re unhappy with your new nose, the results also reversible. The thing to keep in mind is that dermal fillers aren’t permanent. You should expect to have a maintenance appointment once or twice a year to ensure the results of your treatment.
This patient always hated her nose, so I carefully placed Restylane REFYNE to smooth out the bump.
For many patients who want to change the appearance of their nose, the fact that this can be done without surgery is a game changer. I’m a professional clinical instructor – and a GAIN trainer. I understand facial anatomy, which enables me to safely deliver a beautiful, balanced result for my patients. If you are interested in learning more about a non-surgical nose job and finding out if it’s the right option for you, call Clarity to schedule your free consultation today!
Please note, results may vary. Your treatment options will be clearly reviewed with our medical professionals during your complimentary consultation.
