Rhinoplasty (nose surgery) at TranPlastic in Huntington Beach reshapes the nose to improve appearance and/or breathing. Our skilled surgeons create natural, balanced results that enhance your facial harmony.
What Is Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes the nose. It can address cosmetic concerns like size, shape, or proportion, as well as functional issues like breathing difficulties.
Reasons for rhinoplasty:
- Reduce or increase nose size
- Change nose shape (bridge, tip, nostrils)
- Improve facial balance and proportions
- Correct breathing problems (deviated septum)
- Repair damage from injury
- Refine previous nose surgery
The Rhinoplasty Procedure
Performed under general anesthesia, the procedure takes 2-4 hours. Techniques are customized based on your goals and anatomy.
Types of rhinoplasty:
- Open rhinoplasty: Small incision across the columella for complex reshaping
- Closed rhinoplasty: Incisions inside the nose only, no visible scar
- Revision rhinoplasty: Correcting or refining previous surgery
- Functional rhinoplasty: Addressing breathing issues
Recovery Timeline
- Week 1: Splint and packing in place. Significant swelling and bruising.
- Week 2: Splint removed. Return to work with residual bruising.
- Months 1-3: Most visible swelling resolves. Gradual refinement continues.
- Month 12+: Final results with all subtle swelling gone.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long before I see final results?
While you’ll see improvement immediately, subtle swelling can persist for up to a year. Most patients see near-final results at 6 months.
Will I have visible scars?
Closed rhinoplasty has no visible scars. Open rhinoplasty has a small scar under the nose that typically becomes nearly invisible.
Is rhinoplasty painful?
Most patients report mild discomfort rather than pain. The first few days involve congestion and pressure sensations.
Can rhinoplasty fix breathing problems?
Yes, functional rhinoplasty combined with septoplasty can correct deviated septum and improve breathing.
Is rhinoplasty covered by insurance?
Cosmetic rhinoplasty is not covered. Functional procedures to correct breathing may be partially covered.
About Dr. Tuan Tran
Dr. Tuan Tran specializes in facial plastic surgery, creating natural, harmonious rhinoplasty results that enhance your features.
Insurance & Cost
Cosmetic rhinoplasty is not covered. We verify potential insurance coverage for functional procedures and offer financing options.
Locations We Serve
Main Location: Huntington Beach, CA
Serving Orange County: Newport Beach, Fountain Valley, Westminster, Garden Grove, Costa Mesa, Seal Beach
Contact Us
Ready to enhance your nose and facial harmony? Contact TranPlastic today.
Phone: 714-839-8000
Contact Page: Tran Plastic Surgery Contact Page