Fortunately, that is usually not the case. A rhinoplasty that just requires cartilaginous work or rasping of an irregularity without the need for breaking of the nasal bones is associated with relatively minor discomfort. If the nasal bones need to be fractured in order to narrow the nose, though there is a significant increase in the extent of swelling, there is often only a minimal increase of pain. For most patients, oxycodone (Percocet®) is more than adequate and is often taken for a very brief period of time.

If you would like additional information on a rhinoplasty, chin enlargement, eyelid surgery or any other aesthetic procedure that I perform or to schedule a complimentary consultation, you can contact my office at 480-451-3000.

Steven H. Turkeltaub, M.D. P.C.
Scottsdale and Phoenix, Arizona

Consider what it is that you don’t like about your nose but be realistic with regard to your expectations. It may be helpful to bring in close-up photos of yourself and point out what you do or do not like. Photos of others may help clarify your concerns and tastes but realize that each nose is unique and that someone else’s nose really can’t or shouldn’t be perfectly duplicated on your face.

If you would like additional information on a rhinoplasty, chin augmentation or any other cosmetic surgery procedure that I perform or to schedule a complimentary consultation, you can contact my office at 480-451-3000.

Steven H. Turkeltaub, M.D. P.C.
Scottsdale and Phoenix, Arizona