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Why Good Ethnic Rhinoplasty Is Hard to Find

We’ve heard multiple stories from ethnic women and men who got frustrated or disheartened when looking for a rhinoplasty surgeon. They browse through multiple surgeons’ websites and find only a few Black, Asian, or Middle Eastern patients on before-and-after pages. Or, they may set up disappointing consultations where a surgeon makes backhanded comments about their facial anatomy or discusses removing hereditary characteristics that make their appearance unique. When a patient hears such things, it’s a red flag that they’re in the wrong place.

Thankfully, the beauty industry as a whole has finally become more inclusive, but the field of plastic surgery lags behind the times.

Overlooking Ethnicity

In America, most beauty standards still derive from a Western European standpoint. Historically, cosmetic surgeons have based their ideal nasal proportions on Caucasian men and women, regardless of their patients’ heritage. This outdated mindset has caused even highly experienced surgeons to ignore variations of nasal and facial anatomies inherent to different ethnic groups.

Surgeon Experience

Many plastic surgeons lack ethnic rhinoplasty experience. Therefore, a surgeon must make a concerted effort and attend rhinoplasty seminars and conferences worldwide to advance their knowledge and technical skill.

Since every patient’s anatomy, goals, and cosmetic concerns are unique, double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali Sajjadian takes great care to customize his rhinoplasty procedures to meet individual needs. Women and men of various racial backgrounds have distinct nasal structures and facial features requiring a customized approach.

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What Is Ethnic Rhinoplasty?

Ethnic rhinoplasty is specialized nasal surgery that addresses a patient’s cosmetic and functional concerns while preserving characteristics unique to their cultural identity. In many cases, patients of different heritages want to maintain distinct facial features while still improving their nose’s shape, size, or other aspects.

Your surgeon must have excellent knowledge of nasal anatomies and the overall facial proportions of different ethnicities. Dr. Sajjadian is highly experienced in this field and has helped many women and men enhance their appearance and boost their confidence and self-esteem.

How Does Ethnic Rhinoplasty Work?

Like traditional rhinoplasty, ethnic rhinoplasty is highly customizable to meet patients’ particular expectations and concerns. For example, depending on your goals, Dr. Sajjadian may recommend an open or closed rhinoplasty approach. During the procedure, he will apply complex and delicate techniques to improve the size, shape, function and correct any cosmetic flaws of the nose, which may include:

Bone reduction
Cartilage removal
Cartilage grafting
Internal sutures

Ethnic nasal structures have distinct features, including skin pliability and width, a flat bridge, or a wide tip, which Dr. Sajjadian considers when creating a surgical plan. These traits may require a different approach when compared with a traditional rhinoplasty. Additionally, many patients wish to preserve their ethnic appearance. Using his experience, skill, and artistry, Dr. Sajjadian can enhance the nose appearance without sacrificing the patient’s cultural identity.

Ethnic rhinoplasty is ideal for patients of the following racial backgrounds.

African American Rhinoplasty

Surgical expertise is as critical for African American rhinoplasty as any other rhinoplasty technique. However, some Black patients have a flat, thick nose tip that requires more attention. One approach Dr. Sajjadian may use during surgery is grafting a piece of cartilage taken from the nasal interior. As a result, the tip will be more substantial, less flat, and receding.

Also, Dr. Sajjadian may have to remove fat from the end by taking cartilage from the nose, trimming off the excess, then returning the reshaped cartilage back into its natural bed within the nose.

Hispanic Rhinoplasty

There is a significant variance in shape, cartilage structure, thickness, and skin color among the Hispanic population. The base width, nostril shape, and the thickness of the “wings” (or ala) are also different. In Indigenous people of Latin descent, genetic traits tend to include wide nostrils, flat, plunging tips, thick wings, and a low bump on the bridge.

Other Hispanics appear European, with strong cartilages, thin skin, a narrow high bridge, and thin nasal walls.

Hispanic patients remain proud of their heritage and are less likely to desire radical changes. Plus, that would make their rhinoplasty outcomes inconsistent with their other facial features.

Asian Rhinoplasty

Asian patients usually have a low bridge, wide floor of each nostril, thick nostril walls, and a thick, poorly defined tip. Surgical corrections are available, as are non-surgical remedies.

The most common alteration Dr. Sajjadian performs for an Asian nose is raising the bridge and refining the tip. Some patients ask for nostril-narrowing procedures, which involves making external incisions between the wings, the upper lip, and the lower cheek. Then, Dr. Sajjadian brings the walls of the wing base closer together, narrowing the lowest part of the nose. Typically, these procedures heal well and incisions become unnoticeable within several months.

Middle Eastern Rhinoplasty

Technically, the techniques used to perform traditional rhinoplasty and Middle Eastern rhinoplasty are similar. However, it is a matter of degree, particularly for men. A Middle Eastern rhinoplasty should be conservative and not draw attention to itself – no upward turn, no pinched tip, no low bridge. Nothing looks more off than an overdone Middle Eastern rhinoplasty.

Learn More About Ethnic Rhinoplasty in Newport Beach, CA

Having rhinoplasty doesn’t mean you have to give up your ethnic identity. Instead, Dr. Sajjadian’s rhinoplasty approach helps enhance natural beauty and creates harmony with other facial features.

To learn more about the exciting possibilities of ethnic rhinoplasty in Newport Beach, CA, call Dr. Ali Sajjadian and schedule your consultation today!

Call our Newport Beach office at (949) 515-0550 or contact us today to set up your ethnic rhinoplasty consultation.

How to Correct Nasal Obstruction Caused by Rhinoplasty

With a significant portion of patients struggling with nasal obstruction following rhinoplasty, it’s no wonder revision rhinoplasty has become a staple procedure for many plastic surgeons. If you are experiencing any form of nasal obstruction or breathing difficulties after a nose job, it’s essential to understand how rhinoplasty may have not caused breathing issues but may have unmasked an underlying pre existing issue. This is called unmasking. In this blog we will cover such topics as what you can do to have it corrected.

Nasal Obstruction Surgery

For several reasons, nasal obstruction surgery is necessary to restore function in the nasal airways. A past surgery may result in nasal passage blockages that may require revision rhinoplasty. Double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali Sajjadian helps women and men in the Newport and Orange County area enjoy open nasal passages. He and his team prioritize delivering cosmetic and functional benefits to you and your nose to improve your quality of life.

Nasal blockages partially or dramatically obstruct breathing. Patients with nasal breathing issues may also notice constant stuffiness or congestion. Other than unsuccessful rhinoplasties, there are several reasons nasal passages become blocked, including a crooked nasal septum, swollen nasal turbinates, and aging.

A deviated septum can cause congestion issues and breathing problems. Repairing these concerns requires a procedure known as septoplasty. Structures inside the nose, called turbinates, can become swollen, leading to chronic inflammation.

Aging is another common cause of nasal obstruction. The cartilage becomes weaker as we grow older, becoming less resistant to the effects of the elements. Gravity may cause the sides of the nose to collapse inward, changing the shape and width of the nostrils and obstructing airflow.

Benefits of Revision Rhinoplasty for Breathing

When the passages become blocked following a rhinoplasty, Dr. Sajjadian can incorporate revision rhinoplasty to improve airflow through the nostrils and address various cosmetic concerns.

The most significant site for revision rhinoplasty is an area of the lateral nasal wall resting between the internal and external valve area. Structurally, it consists of fibrofatty tissues spanning from the bony piriform aperture to the lateral aspect of the lateral crura.

This region contains small sesamoid cartilages, which lends greater rigidity. Cutaneously, it corresponds to the supra-alar crease and occasionally is deep and retracted. As a result, this internal valve area is highly vulnerable to common rhinoplasty maneuvers, like tip-narrowing sutures or the complete strip. In addition, this region is often the epicenter of collapse during inspiration.

Dr. Sajjadian begins the procedure by thoroughly evaluating your initial condition. Then, he employs sophisticated imaging technologies to fully understand your unique nasal structure and create a detailed surgical plan.

Dr. Sajjadian and his team strive to learn and achieve patient goals, relying on a complete physical examination to analyze the patients’ aesthetic proportions and devise a personalized treatment plan.

Depending on your condition and concerns, he may reduce the enlarged tissues inside the nose, fix a deviated septum, and treat nasal obstruction. In addition, Dr. Sajjadian develops strategies to strengthen nasal support and alter the shape or size of the nose. Finally, he removes or adds to specific components to create a more aesthetically pleasing nose.

As a skilled and highly trained Newport Beach rhinoplasty surgeon, Dr. Sajjadian uses open and closed rhinoplasty approaches. These techniques treat persistent problems with previous rhinoplasty procedures to yield stunning results to help his patients look and feel more like themselves.

Recovery and Results

Recovery following revision rhinoplasty is much like the healing process following the initial surgery. You will experience some swelling and bruising. As these effects diminish, nasal airflow improvement is noticeable. Many of our patients see immediate improvement, while others start noticing easier breathing later in the recovery process.

Revision rhinoplasty by Dr. Sajjadian of Orange County improves the quality of life. When combined with cosmetic rhinoplasty, you’ll notice a positive change in your facial harmony as well.

Why Dr. Sajjadian?

Dr. Sajjadian takes pride in the comforting environment he created to encourage his patients to feel at home. As a highly skilled and reputable rhinoplasty surgeon in Newport Beach, Dr. Sajjadian lends his expertise, commitment to excellence, and artistic eye to every procedure. Complimentary consultations and financing options are available to help his patients enjoy our services sooner rather than later. Contact our office today to schedule an appointment.

At Dr. Sajjadian’s plastic surgery offices, patients are assured of receiving the highest level of care with advanced technology and procedures. This approach helps him consistently deliver rewarding aesthetic results for all of his rhinoplasty, septoplasty, and ethnic rhinoplasty patients. In addition, he specializes in resolving nasal structural issues and is regarded as a leading nasal obstruction correction expert.

Learn More About Revision Rhinoplasty

Call our Newport Beach office today at (949) 515-0550, or contact us to set up your revision rhinoplasty consultation.

Connect with Dr. Sajjadian’s rhinoplasty gallery and follow him on his Instagram accounts, @rhinoplastybysajjadian and @sajjadianplasticsurgery. You can also find him on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, and RealSelf.

Non-Surgical vs. Surgical Rhinoplasty: Which Is Best For You?

Also known as a nose job, rhinoplasty is a popular procedure for men and women who want to enhance their facial balance. But it’s not just about good looks. The procedure can help with your nose’s everyday functionality. There is a dual benefit by giving you a nose you are proud of while also helping you breathe freely.

If you are considering changing your facial dynamics by doing something with your nose, you have options. One involves surgery, and the other does not. Rhinoplasty surgery gives permanent results for aesthetics and function. On the other hand, non-surgical rhinoplasty gives temporary benefits, is quick and convenient, and allows those considering surgery to take the first step.

Surgical Rhinoplasty

Having a surgical nose job is a significant decision that most likely has been on the patient’s mind for some time. It’s why choosing the right surgeon to perform the procedure is critical. Double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali Sajjadian specializes in rhinoplasty surgery for men, women, and teens. Apart from performing rhinoplasty and numerous other surgeries, Dr. Sajjadian lectures at various medical conferences worldwide, where other surgeons learn from his expertise.

There are different techniques for surgical rhinoplasty, including:

Traditional rhinoplasty addresses various issues. These include:

Oversized nose
Upturned tip
Droopy tip
Bump on the bridge
Large nostrils
Deviated septum
Bulbous tip
Crooked nose
Nose injury due to trauma

Most men and women from all age groups are good candidates for rhinoplasty. It is a popular aesthetic surgery available to anyone over the age of sixteen. However, teenagers must exhibit emotional maturity and an understanding to cope with the surgical process.

Surgical Rhinoplasty Techniques

There are different techniques associated with surgical rhinoplasty. These include open rhinoplasty, closed rhinoplasty, and tiplasty of the nasal tip.

Open rhinoplasty requires Dr. Sajjadian to make an incision across the strip of skin separating your nostrils (columella). This process allows for better visibility and access into the nasal structure.

Closed rhinoplasty is less invasive than open rhinoplasty, using incisions inside the nostrils for minor reshaping.

Tiplasty resolves issues with the nasal tip where Dr. Sajjadian can employ either open or closed rhinoplasty to achieve the required results from this surgery.

Surgical Recovery

Because of the complexity of surgical rhinoplasty, recovery from surgical rhinoplasty is more extensive than for non-surgical rhinoplasty. To ensure optimal results, Dr. Sajjadia will provide a detailed list of instructions to follow once you are home from surgery.

Non-surgical rhinoplasty does not require the same healing period as surgical rhinoplasty. Patients often leave our office and go back to their regular routine directly after injections.

Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty

For a less invasive procedure, many of our patients choose a non-surgical nose job, which also corrects the size and shape of the nose, but only temporarily. However, the results are just as stunning, with many choosing to then move on to receive surgical rhinoplasty for permanent results.

Advantages

A significant advantage of a non-surgical rhinoplasty is its convenience. The entire process takes about fifteen minutes to mask a bump or create a well-defined bridge.

Dr. Sajjadian employs dermal fillers to deliver an aesthetically shaped nose. If any of the corrections are not to the patient’s liking, they can be corrected by dissolving the dermal fillers.

A downside of the temporary non-surgical rhinoplasty is the benefits don’t last a lifetime. However, patients can enjoy their new nose for approximately nine months and come back for additional, if not permanent, treatment.

Recovery is minimal. You can walk out of our office with a new nose to show the world immediately. Then, if you like what you and others see, you can come back for follow-up treatments or take the dive and have surgical rhinoplasty.

The Price Tag

Costs for rhinoplasty and non-surgical rhinoplasty are widely different. Although surgery is significantly more expensive, its permanent results make it a one-time fee. On the other hand, non-surgical nose rhinoplasty lasts less than a year and requires additional treatments and additional costs.

To get the most out of your time and money, it’s best to always seek the advice of a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in nose anatomy correction. If you struggle with breathing, your best option is probably surgery. If not, Dr. Sajjadian can provide you with the necessary information to make a wise choice.

Where to Find the Best Nose Rhinoplasty Doctor

The nose may be a small part of your face, but it is structurally intricate. Whether you’re interested in non-surgical or surgical rhinoplasty, you should place your trust only in the hands of a board-certified surgeon who has the required experience and track record.

Due to the delicate balance of form and function, your surgeon must carefully consider all the options for every surgery when it comes to surgical rhinoplasty. In addition, it takes significant skill and expertise to make cosmetic changes to ensure stunning results. Essentially, rhinoplasty is both a science and an art.

Aesthetic skill is also vital for non-surgical rhinoplasty because there is a risk when dermal fillers are injected into the nasal tissues. Improper injections can block blood flow, leading to dangerous side effects, including the death of nasal tissue. It’s not worth risking your health and beauty with an inexperienced injector. Always strive to find a skilled and qualified surgeon you can trust to deliver outstanding results safely.

Learn More

Call our Newport Beach office today at (949) 515-0550, or contact us to set up your rhinoplasty consultation.

Connect with Dr. Sajjadian’s rhinoplasty gallery and follow him on his Instagram accounts, @rhinoplastybysajjadian and @sajjadianplasticsurgery. You can also find him on the YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, and RealSelf websites.

The Holidays Are Right Around the Corner! Here’s How You Can Look and Feel Your Best During the Holiday Season

Autumn is many people’s favorite time of year. With Halloween only a couple of weeks away and Thanksgiving less than a month after that, the holidays will be here before you know it. Are you ready?

Double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali Sajjadian offers the safest, most reliable cosmetic enhancements in aesthetic medicine. He uses the most advanced techniques to enhance facial features, body contours, and breast fullness, elevation, and size. If you are unhappy with any aspect of your appearance and want to look and feel your best for the holidays, here are some procedures to consider to make this holiday season memorable.

Rhinoplasty

Does your nose distract from your facial beauty? If so, Dr. Sajjadian is one of the most recognized rhinoplasty surgeons in Orange County for helping reshape and resize nasal contours. He not only performs various rhinoplasty techniques like ethnic rhinoplasty, preservation rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, and a non-surgical nose job, but he also regularly lectures on the intricacies of these complex operations/

Rhinoplasty helps men and women find balance and symmetry to enhance facial appearances. The surgery takes a skilled and dedicated surgeon who has countless hours of training and experience delivering outstanding results.

Facelift

When facial tissues surrender to gravity, creating unsightly wrinkles, folds, and jowls, Dr. Sajjadian recommends a facelift to take a decade or more off your appearance. Unlike popular dermal filler injections, facelift surgery offers long-lasting benefits to help men and women age gracefully without anyone suspecting they’ve had work done.

Though the signs of aging can arrive at different times and affect some people earlier than others, if you’re 40 or older, you might be an excellent facelift candidate.

Brow Lift

Though Botox^® remains the world’s most popular cosmetic procedure, its results only last three to four months, on average. In contrast, a brow lift addresses many of the same concerns, but offers much longer-lasting results.

Sagging skin on the forehead and around the eyes can adversely affect your overall appearance, making you look tired and worn, with a permanent scowl. Dr. Sajjadian can address these concerns with various brow lift techniques to make you look younger, alert, and joyful for your holiday events.

Eyelid Lift

This advanced cosmetic procedure addresses the delicate skin of the upper and lower eyelids that become puffy and droopy with age. Blepharoplasty aims to help patients with prominent undereye bags, wrinkles, or excess skin.

Performed as an outpatient procedure, an eyelid lift is a quick and convenient operation to have you looking young and refreshed in a matter of weeks.

Breast Lift

A mastopexy lifts the breasts into a youthful elevation for women with sagging breasts, delivering that beautiful and sensual upward curve. It reinforces underlying breast tissue that loses its pliability with hormonal changes, pregnancy, and significant weight loss.

The results enhance breast appearance and boost self-confidence. If you desire a more dramatic outcome, consider combining the procedure with implants.

Breast Augmentation

Many women seek the services of a skilled surgeon to make their breasts stand out with natural, stunning results. In performing one of the most widely requested cosmetic procedures in Southern California and the United States, Dr. Sajjadian can help women enhance breast size and shape by positioning breast implants to improve contours and balance.

There are multiple breast augmentation options to choose from, and Dr. Sajjadian is an expert in helping you find the solution that will make you look your best for the holidays and beyond.

Liposuction

Liposuction is a procedure for men and women who struggle with unwanted fat bulges on their hips, abdomen, back, breasts, and arms. While diet and exercise is the preferred method to eliminate excess fat from the body, you may be genetically predisposed to accumulate fat from these specific trouble zones, no matter how diligent you are.

Liposuction permanently removes unwanted fat cells to improve body contours and help men and women feel comfortable in their skin. It also allows you to wear your favorite outfits that you may have pushed to the back of your closet because they are uncomfortably revealing.

Tummy Tuck

This popular body sculpting procedure reinforces the abdominal wall while eliminating excess skin and fat. It delivers a taut, tight tummy to look great in a bathing suit or that favorite formal gown. You will look stunning after your tummy tuck for your holiday parties and turn heads in the process.

Brazilian Butt Lift

Think Beyonce or Jennifer Lopez when you think Brazilian butt lift. This fat grafting procedure gives a woman that sensual, full bottom that attracts so many stares. Feel confident entering or leaving a room with a derriere that perfectly fills out jeans, dresses, or that favorite formal gown.

MedSpa

Surgery is not always necessary to look your best for the holidays. Dermal fillers, Botox^®, radiofrequency skin treatments, and chemical peels are great ways to look younger with beautiful facial contours and healthy skin.

Choose the treatment that best works for your cosmetic concerns from our extensive MedSpa menu. You will be in the best of hands to help you look stunning for that office party or relaxing at home with family and friends.

Choose Only the Best

We understand you have many options for cosmetic improvement and plastic surgery. If you need help in learning more about the treatments we offer from one of the best aesthetic surgeons in the United States, give us a call. Dr. Sajjadian wants to help you look your best for the holidays and beyond.

Call our Newport Beach office at (949) 515-0550 or contact us today to set up your consultation.

Also, be sure to visit Dr. Sajjadian’s gallery and connect with him on both of his Instagram accounts, @rhinoplastybysajjadian and @sajjadianplasticsurgery. You can also follow him on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Yelp, and RealSelf pages.

What Makes Ethnic Rhinoplasty Different From Regular Rhinoplasty?

Of the different cosmetic surgeries available today, rhinoplasty is arguably the most complicated and delicate. The nose’s size, shape, and contour play a significant role in facial appearance. Therefore, even the slightest change to the nose can dramatically alter how people see you.

Patients considering rhinoplasty surgery must choose a qualified, certified, and experienced plastic surgeon to perform the procedure. Double board-certified plastic surgeon and rhinoplasty specialist Dr. Ali Sajjadian has helped women and men throughout Newport Beach and Orange County, CA. His reputation is such that even patients from other states seek him out for nose surgery.

Every patient who undergoes rhinoplasty has a unique face, features, and, ultimately, goals for their cosmetic surgery. These facts are true of all people, regardless of race, age, or ethnicity.

What Is Traditional Rhinoplasty?

Traditional rhinoplasty is a cosmetic nose surgery that alters the nasal structure while addressing various cosmetic concerns. For example, it can correct a crooked nose, resize it, reshape the nasal tip, and bring the nose in balance with other facial features.

Dr. Sajjadian uses various techniques to achieve remarkable results his patients find exciting. These include open and closed rhinoplasty, augmenting nasal tissues, tip reshaping, and reducing nasal bone and cartilage.

More commonly called a nose job, rhinoplasty is a surgery designed to address cosmetic or functional issues. Frequently, patients enjoy the best of both worlds, with breathing and aesthetic improvements achieved in the same operation.

How Can Rhinoplasty Help You?

Dr. Sajjadian performs nose surgery to enhance facial appearances and improve breathing and overall quality of life. Rhinoplasty can resolve many common and functional complaints about the nose.

Width: The bridge is too narrow or too wide
Size: The nostrils are too small or too large
Symmetry: The nose is out of balance from one side to the other
Crookedness: The nose is crooked or bends due to trauma or a previous surgery
Upturned nose: The nose end turns upward, resembling a pig nose
Hooked tip: The nose end turns in a downward curve
Deviated septum: Obstructed airflow and difficulty with breathing

If you are not satisfied with your nose aesthetics or struggle with breathing, sleeping, or snoring, rhinoplasty can help. During your rhinoplasty consultation, Dr. Sajjadian will take sufficient time to evaluate your nasal structure carefully and discuss your cosmetic concerns and goals.

Once he explains your options in detail and answers your questions thoroughly, Dr. Sajjadian will recommend a customized surgical plan to meet your specific needs.

What Is Ethnic Rhinoplasty?

Ethnic rhinoplasty is a variation on traditional rhinoplasty. Each surgery has the same goals – correcting nose function and addressing cosmetic issues. Ethnic rhinoplasty differs in that it is for ethnic or non-Caucasian patients. Women and men of Asian, African, and Middle Eastern descent tend to have unique nasal structures that require specialized training and experience.

Dr. Sajjadian knows how to blend non-Caucasian noses with facial features. He is an expert at reshaping the ethnic nose without causing structural damage, and he can enhance his patients’ natural beauty.

The goal isn’t to create a one-nose-fits-all outcome, but to reshape non-Caucasian noses to enhance each person’s unique facial features. There is no one perfect nose, but he can help yours look its best. The goal is to keep it natural-looking, racially symmetric, and balanced.

How Is an Ethnic Rhinoplasty Different From a Regular Rhinoplasty?

In traditional and ethnic rhinoplasty, you will need a skilled and experienced plastic surgeon with an artistic flair. Dr. Sajjadian employs a series of incisions, inside or outside the nasal structure, to manipulate the cartilage, bone, and other tissue.

However, his patients from specific ethnic backgrounds often have unique nasal anatomies, including a broader shape with less structural support. Therefore, ethnic rhinoplasty may require a different approach, including implants, grafting, or other techniques and technologies.

Your Individuality Is Essential

Your heritage most likely plays a significant role in your appearance and who you are as a person. For example, what if you are interested in a rhinoplasty, but don’t want your results to look like you have someone else’s nose attached to your face? In that case, ethnic rhinoplasty is probably your best option.

Patients interested in improving their nose appearance with a natural profile that fits their facial appearance need a qualified rhinoplasty plastic surgeon – one who will recognize your unique facial structure and respect your aesthetic differences.

As a double board-certified rhinoplasty surgeon, Dr. Sajjadian has extensive training and experience in all types of rhinoplasty. View his incredible before-and-after gallery to see examples of his work.

Differences Between Traditional and Ethnic Rhinoplasty

They are both cosmetic nose surgeries. They employ the same methods and techniques necessary to achieve optimal aesthetic changes. The main difference is the variations between Caucasian and non-Caucasian nasal structures. Ethnic rhinoplasty focuses on unique nasal and facial features, creating a natural result, not one that looks surgically corrected.

Specialized techniques may be necessary to achieve the best outcome. For example, Dr. Sajjadian may use cartilage grafting to correct a flat Asian nose or artificial implants to strengthen nasal structures or an in-depth tip reshaping technique.

While all rhinoplasty surgeries can benefit from a highly skilled surgeon, ethnic rhinoplasties prove much more complicated. Therefore, you should only trust a plastic surgeon with the highest level of skill. Dr. Sajjadian’s double board certification and his experience with ethnic and traditional rhinoplasty give him a unique set of skills for successful nose surgeries.

Call (949) 515-0550 or contact us today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Sajjadian for traditional or ethnic rhinoplasty.

What’s the Right Age for Teen Rhinoplasty?

While most cosmetic surgeries deal with the unwanted side effects of aging, a few of the procedures we offer are favorites among younger patients – even some teenagers. One in-demand treatment for teens is undoubtedly cosmetic nose surgery, also known as rhinoplasty.

Double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali Sajjadian is a highly skilled and experienced surgeon in the art of teenage rhinoplasty. He prioritizes helping his young patients achieve the aesthetic reward of a beautiful nose that complements their facial features.

The popularity of teen rhinoplasty in Newport Beach stems from the advanced technology and techniques Dr. Sajjadian offers his young patients. There is also the bonus of opening obstructed breathing passages, which may afflict some teenagers.

Unlike facial rejuvenation procedures that reverse the signs of aging, most rhinoplasty results last a lifetime. The nose doesn’t change much once it’s physically mature, so any adjustments made at this time will most likely stay. Aging typically affects facial areas like the eyes, forehead, and brow — but rarely the nose. Once you have your nose surgically corrected, your new look is permanent unless you later choose to get a revision rhinoplasty.

Rhinoplasty in Children

Nose jobs for children and adolescents can be somewhat controversial. However, for children who have suffered an infection, trauma, or congenital deformity that has affected their appearance, surgery can reallocate or reconstruct nasal cartilage and bone.

Over the years, rhinoplasty techniques have advanced to become more conservative toward augmentation and tissue reorientation. Nevertheless, surgery that is largely safe and appropriate for teens and adults may adversely affect nasal growth in younger children. Therefore, it is best to consider nose reshaping surgery once the nose is fully mature.

At What Age Is Teen Rhinoplasty Appropriate?

Rhinoplasty is among the most sought-after cosmetic surgeries in Southern California and America for patients of all ages, including young adults and teens. Because of the pressures of social media and the accessibility of aesthetic surgery, more teens are seeking rhinoplasty to improve their facial appearance and confidence than ever before.

Many of our prospective patients ask us how soon they can get nose surgery. While age is a critical factor in deciding when rhinoplasty is appropriate, there are other vital considerations. These include:

Motivations for surgery
Emotional maturity
Parent involvement
Available downtime
Patient’s expectations
Physical development

The earliest age for rhinoplasty varies from patient to patient and depends on several factors. Even for patients who are emotionally mature enough to undergo surgery, their nasal structures and facial features must have finished developing before undergoing the operation. If a surgeon performs rhinoplasty before the patient is physically mature, the outcome can change significantly as growth continues, with many patients needing revision rhinoplasty within a few years.

Typically, girls are physically ready for rhinoplasty earlier than boys. Most females have a fully developed nasal anatomy by 16 or 17, while the male nose continues to grow through age 17 or 18.

During your consultation for teen rhinoplasty in Newport Beach, CA, Dr. Sajjadian will thoroughly examine your nose. He will discuss your concerns and cosmetic goals, assess your emotional maturity, and determine whether now is an appropriate time for surgery. Additionally, a parent or guardian will need to be involved in the decision-making process and consent for a teen to undergo rhinoplasty surgery.

What Benefits Will a Patient Enjoy After Teenage Rhinoplasty?

Just like adult rhinoplasty, teenage rhinoplasty provides cosmetic and functional benefits for the patient. Common concerns improved or corrected with teen nose surgery include:

Nasal shape, size, and width
Hump or bump on the nose
Hooked tip of the nose
Upturned nose
Crooked nose
Uneven nostril size
Asymmetrical nose
Breathing difficulties
Deviated septum

Teenage Rhinoplasty Candidates

With teen rhinoplasty, Dr. Sajjadian strives to help his patients achieve a nose in harmony with other facial features. Dr. Sajjadian also wants to deliver a natural-looking nose to each patient. After performing teen rhinoplasty, your family and peers might not notice you had a nose job.

Teenagers also consider rhinoplasty in Newport Beach because of an aesthetic or medical condition. For example, if you have a deviated septum or a nasal obstruction, rhinoplasty can help you breathe easier without blockage.

Unfortunately, many teenagers desire teen rhinoplasty because of excessive bullying. Teen rhinoplasty boosts self-esteem by making your nose look more symmetrical with the rest of your face. Ultimately, the motivations for teenage rhinoplasty are private between the teenager, parents, and plastic surgeon.

Scheduling a Consultation for Teenage Rhinoplasty

Support is essential in teenage rhinoplasty. Dr. Ali Sajjadian M.D. is a double board-certified Newport Beach facial plastic surgeon who understands the ramifications of teen cosmetic surgery. In addition, Dr. Sajjadian is one of the most renowned facial plastic surgeons in the United States. As a result, he has repeatedly demonstrated his knowledge, skill, and expertise, becoming Orange County’s leading rhinoplasty specialist.

In addition to his expertise in the procedure, Dr. Sajjadian performs a complete evaluation of each patient and explains the benefits and risks in easy-to-understand terms. He will help you weigh the pros and cons of a teenage nose job to determine if it’s a smart, safe choice for you.

Call our Newport Beach office at (949) 515-0550, or contact us today to set up your teen rhinoplasty consultation. Also, be sure to visit Dr. Sajjadian’s rhinoplasty gallery and connect with him on both of his Instagram accounts, @rhinoplastybysajjadian and @sajjadianplasticsurgery. You can also follow him on his YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, and RealSelf pages.

How Does Your Nose Shape Change Throughout the Years?

While it is true your bones stop growing by puberty, some bodily tissues could continue to change throughout your lifetime. Your nose, which comprises bone, cartilage, and soft tissue, may change shape as you get older. The skin and structures of the nose lose strength with age, resulting in a nose that stretches out and sags downward.

The glands within the nose skin, especially at the tip, may enlarge, causing a wider, heavier nose appearance. While there is debate if the cartilage itself grows, it can look that way.

During the teenage years, the nose experiences shape and structural changes. But by the time girls reach the age of 15 or 16, and men reach 18, they have developed adult noses. The nose will remain mostly the same for several decades. However, with age, the nose will begin to change again. These changes may become evident for some in their 20s, although they usually start in the 40s for most people.

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How Your Nose Changes As You Age

As we age, our nasal skin becomes thinner, and the nose structure weakens and loses support. These changes cause the nasal tip to droop, making the nose look longer.

Gravity will have the same effect on the nose as it does on facial skin around the eyes, cheeks, and jowls. So, while many complain their noses have gotten larger with age, this is not the case. Instead, the illusion of a more prominent nose results from drooping over time.

This stretching and sagging could also give the appearance of a bump on the nose bridge. While the bump may have always been there, it becomes more evident as the skin gets more delicate. Individuals with thinner skin may notice these effects at a younger age.

A third change can occur to your nose with age – your nose may look like it has more projection because it absorbs different tissue and bones.

By midlife, a nose once at the right shape and size for facial harmony during adolescence and young adulthood could suddenly appear too large, long, or bulbous. Over time, your nose might look completely different from what you saw in the mirror every morning while growing up. It may also function differently, as its nasal passages will shift as the nose changes shape.

While this process is entirely normal (except for cases of trauma or injury), it is not always welcome. The nose is the most prominent facial feature. So, if its size, shape, or projection are off-kilter, it may cause the rest of the face to appear off-balanced and less attractive.

In today’s world, where looks are a priority, this can be unfortunate. However, there are corrective measures for men and women not happy with the toll age has exacted on their nasal structure.

Rhinoplasty for Aging Noses

Newport Beach’s only double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali Sajjadian has a long and proven history of providing exceptional rhinoplasty results.

Along the way to earning recognition as one of the top rhinoplasty surgeons in Newport Beach, Orange County, and the United States, he has given countless lectures on corrective nose surgeries, and has had his work published extensively.

He offers various techniques to help his patients overcome functional nasal issues and aesthetic concerns with the nose. These may include:

Deviated septum
Bulbous tip
Oversized nose
Bump on the bridge
Droopy tip
Oversized nostrils

Your nose is the central facial feature. Therefore, it’s the most dominant. Dr. Sajjadian understands patient expectations for their nose. Consequently, he has dedicated his practice to compassionate medical care and delivering fantastic results.

Reshaping the Nose

Reshaping the nose can include either increasing the nose size or decreasing it. In addition, reshaping the bridge, tip, or nostrils can alter the angle between the nose and upper lip. If necessary, surgery can resolve any breathing issue.

Results That Excite

One of the most fulfilling events for Dr. Sajjadian and his staff is watching patients react to their results. We see them quite emotional as their face takes on a more attractive look after rhinoplasty.

These reactions include younger patients who are unhappy with the nose they were born with and older patients who may have experienced unwelcome nose changes over the years.

Why Work With Dr. Sajjadian?

Choosing the best rhinoplasty surgeon in Newport Beach is vital. While any licensed physician can legally perform nose surgery, your plastic surgeon must have the right qualifications and credentials. These include board certification and good standing within the medical industry. In addition, specialized rhinoplasty training and experience are critical. Plus, glowing reviews from a host of satisfied patients are always a plus.

Don’t forget the support staff. Ensure they are professional, friendly, and caring. These will be the people you lean on during your recovery, so you should be comfortable with the entire team.

It is imperative to do your research and visit the doctor personally, and visit the facility where the surgery will take place. Don’t rush! You should take the time to get well informed.

Dr. Sajjadian is one of the few plastic surgeons in Newport Beach and Orange County who is double board-certified. He holds certifications from the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the American Board of Otolaryngology, and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

Call our Newport Beach office at 949-515-0550, or contact us today to set up your rhinoplasty consultation.

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Why is the Demand for Preservation Rhinoplasty Growing?

One of the trending procedures in plastic surgery is preservation rhinoplasty. This new and innovative technique is changing the landscape of nose reshaping surgery. Double-board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali Sajjadian, a rhinoplasty specialist, offers this minimally invasive and less traumatic operation to his patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, and beyond.

Preservation rhinoplasty addresses patient concerns about results appearing unnatural with the prediction of outcome more certain.

Preservation Rhinoplasty Recognized

The plastic surgery community recognizes that preservation rhinoplasty has caught the attention of nose surgeons worldwide. This philosophical approach allows Dr. Sajjadian to preserve as much natural nasal structure as possible. This includes cartilaginous structures of the nose bridge and its soft tissue ligaments.

Dr. Sajjadian performs a large number of rhinoplasty surgeries each year from his practice in Newport Beach. He has been a significant factor in the interest of preservation rhinoplasty increasing in the Orange County communities. His patients continue to become selective when choosing a skilled and qualified plastic surgeon; they want a surgeon who can deliver outstanding results with the latest in advanced technologies and techniques.

While Dr. Sajjadian feels revision rhinoplasty may be helpful in many cases, he cautions his fellow rhinoplasty surgeons to show prudence when adopting this groundbreaking approach. They should not choose this technique over one they are more familiar with until they have mastered it.

What Is Preservation Rhinoplasty?

Preservation rhinoplasty is a nose-reshaping surgery aimed to preserve much of the patient’s original nose tissue as possible.

The operation requires advanced surgical skill to alter nose contour by strategically removing small amounts of cartilage and bone from under the nose bridge. By doing so, Dr. Sajjadian can lower the height of the nose bridge without modifying the dorsal lines.

The Difference Between Preservation Rhinoplasty and Traditional Rhinoplasty

Most rhinoplasty patients want to reduce the height of their nose bridge. Having an arch or hump in the bridge is not a desirable trait.

After a traditional rhinoplasty, patients experience a reduction in their dorsal hump. Still, they may feel the results appeared unnatural because of an alteration in their dorsal lines.

Because traditional rhinoplasty requires removing bone and cartilage from the top of the bridge, the operation significantly alters the nasal bone structure. While a conventional rhinoplasty corrects a large bump on the nose bridge, the procedure modifies the nose’s natural lines, which may result in an unnatural appearance.

With preservation rhinoplasty, Dr. Sajjadian alters the height of the nasal bridge by removing cartilage and bone from underneath the nose. He maintains a natural nose appearance while successfully adjusting the nose bridge elevation.

The resulting appearance for his patients is much more appealing, and the need for revision rhinoplasty less likely.

Preservation Rhinoplasty Offers Shorter Recovery

A substantial benefit of preservation rhinoplasty is related to where on the nose Dr. Sajjadian performs the surgery. During a traditional rhinoplasty, the operation will interfere with soft tissues to remove cartilage and bone. These soft tissues contain lymphatics and blood vessels responsible for blood circulation and healing.

Preservation rhinoplasty takes place in a different location. Dr. Sajjadian does not interfere with soft tissue during the operation, bringing an added benefit to the procedure. Without the disturbance of blood supply to the area, healing is more efficient and faster, resulting in a shorter recovery.

Less Scarring with Closed Preservation Rhinoplasty Technique

Another plus in choosing preservation rhinoplasty is it employs a closed technique rather than the less complex open rhinoplasty surgery. This endonasal approach to reduce a nasal bump avoids external incision or scarring. It still allows Dr. Sajjadian to push down the hump to improve the patient’s profile and offer a more natural result.

Surgeons who Perform Preservation Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is considered the most difficult cosmetic surgery by plastic surgeons. Closed rhinoplasty is more difficult to learn, and closed preservation rhinoplasty has an even higher learning curve for some surgeons. Dr. Sajjadian is one of a few select rhinoplasty specialists in the United States who perform preservation surgery.

The majority of rhinoplasty surgeons in the United States perform reductive rhinoplasty with an open approach. Open rhinoplasty is easier to learn for plastic surgeons. As a result, few rhinoplasty surgeons perform closed rhinoplasty to avoid external scarring and less swelling than the open technique. Only a handful of rhinoplasty surgeons perform closed preservation rhinoplasty because of its technical challenges and the difficulty of learning this advanced technique.

Why Dr. Sajjadian?

Newport Beach rhinoplasty surgeon Dr. Ali Sajjadian is well respected in the rhinoplasty community because of his unparalleled results and exceptional health care. He listens intently to his patients to understand their aesthetic goals. By creating a tailored plan, he focuses on creating stunning outcomes for his patients. He considers each procedure a partnership between him and his patient to achieve optimal results. Dr. Sajjadian has dedicated his career to implementing advanced cosmetic surgery techniques, which has helped achieve minimal discomfort and natural, pleasing outcomes.

In 2015, 2016, and 2017, Dr. Sajjadian presented during multiple rhinoplasty meetings techniques for preserving the lower lateral cartilage, which is the principal structure of the nose’s lower portion and nasal tip. Since 2012, he has exclusively been doing sub perichondrial and subperiosteal dissection techniques. Over the years, he has incorporated different aspects of this technique into his rhinoplasty philosophy and methodology.

Dr. Sajjadian offers optimal cosmetic nose surgery (rhinoplasty), revision rhinoplasty for correction, and to improve appearance and function. Dr. Sajjadian has created beautiful and natural-looking surgical results for his patients for several years in Newport Beach, CA. He is passionate about cosmetic surgery of the face, breast, and body. He has delivered facial beauty through highly successful nose surgeries using the most sophisticated techniques and artistic methods.

Schedule your consultation with Dr. Sajjadian today! Also, check out Dr. Sajjadian’s rhinoplasty before and after photo gallery to see his actual patients’ results.

Also, be sure to connect with Dr. Sajjadian on both of his Instagram accounts @rhinoplastybysajjadian and @sajjadianplasticsurgery. You can also follow him on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Yelp, and RealSelf pages.

Nasal Breathing and Obstruction Problems

Whether it is sneezing, sniffles, or drainage, everyone periodically experiences nose-related symptoms. With the flu or a common cold, nasal symptoms can be uncomfortable. These are acute conditions, and the symptoms subside once you get over the infection. However, relief is usually short-lived for people with chronic conditions like allergic rhinitis, also called hay fever.

Usually, people with few to no nasal problems don’t have many reasons to think about their noses unless they dislike their appearance. However, the nose also plays a significant role in smelling and breathing.

As we inhale air through the nostrils, tiny hairs in the nasal cavity filter it. Nasal mucus traps microbes and dust particles. The nasal cavity warms and humidifies the air before it passes through the airway. Specialized receptors situated in the nasal cavity detect chemical odors, which we perceive as our sense of smell.

Therefore, nose problems can affect airflow into and out of the body and cause sufferers to breathe through their mouths. Nose problems may also impact smell and voice quality.

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Symptoms of Nose Problems

What are some of the defining characteristics of nose issues?

Nasal Congestion

One of the most frequent nasal problems is nasal congestion, which leads to a stopped-up nose. Your body produces modest amounts of mucus throughout the day. However, mucus production increases substantially in different types of nasal conditions. More mucus equals nasal blockage if draining is insufficient.

Sneezing

Sneezing is a common symptom of many nasal conditions. It is not present in every nose issue, but nose irritation could trigger sneezing. However, this is not always because of an irritant. Instead, inflammation of the nasal lining could stimulate nasal sneeze receptors even without any irritant present. Nasal congestion can also provoke sneezing.

Runny Nose

Small amounts of nasal mucus generated under normal circumstances usually go unnoticed. However, when excessive, this mucus will drain, causing a runny nose. The phlegm may vary in consistency, but the mucus is typically watery in a runny nose.

It may fluctuate in color from clear to white, yellow, green, or brown. Redness may be due to blood being present in the nasal cavity.

Loss of Smell

Sense of smell alterations may occur with any nasal condition. The medical term for a dulled sense of smell is hyposmia. In severe conditions, you may suffer anosmia or a complete loss of smell. Sometimes, you may catch a whiff of unpleasant odors despite no foul smell in the environment. This phenomenon is known as cacosmia.

Nasal Pain

Nasal pain may vary in nature and intensity. It could be a dull ache, throbbing, or burning pain. The pain may be constant or intermittent. Continually blowing the nose or sneezing aggravates nose discomfort, and in some cases, normal breathing may be painful. Nose pain is typically worse with nasal trauma, mainly when there is a fracture.

Nosebleeds

Nosebleeds, or epistaxis, maybe the side effect of an injury. However, it may occur with any nasal condition. Epistaxis is generally acute. The blood may be minor and streak the mucus, or there may be profuse bleeding with no signs of mucus.

Causes of Nose Problems

Several different nasal problems may cause one or more of the symptoms mentioned above. It is crucial to seek attention for nasal problems. Various diagnostic examinations may be necessary to detect the exact type of nasal issue.

Allergic Rhinitis

Rhinitis is an allergy-related condition. Commonly known as hay fever, allergic rhinitis occurs when the nose lining is hypersensitive to dust, pollen, and other harmless substances. This sensitivity is a result of an overactive immune system triggered by exposure to these seemingly innocuous elements. As a result, the nasal lining gets inflamed, and symptoms like a runny nose, nasal congestion, and sneezing arise.

Antihistamines or nasal corticosteroids may effectively treat allergic rhinitis. If these medications are not helpful, schedule a consultation with a medical professional.

Infections

An array of infections could affect the nasal cavity. These infections are typically viral or bacterial. It may extend into the upper airways and the paranasal sinuses. The cold and flu are two viral infections involving the upper airways and nose. Bacterial rhinitis can occur with bacterial sinusitis, more likely in patients with chronic sinusitis or following a viral infection like a cold or the flu.

Antibiotics can treat a bacterial infection, while nasal corticosteroids help with inflammation. Saline irrigation with solutions or nasal sprays could wash away allergies or irritants. However, if the condition persists, you may need septoplasty to relieve blockage by reshaping the nasal septum.

Trauma

An external blow to the nose and face can fracture the septum, commonly referred to as a broken nose. However, the trauma could also be internal. Aggressive nose picking or noxious chemicals entering the nasal passages through smoke, water, or air are ways an internal nose injury could occur.

For acute trauma causing nasal deformity or bleeding, rush to a doctor or emergency room as soon as possible. Applying a cold compress may provide temporary relief. Still, when a chronic situation exists, nasal or septal deviation needs surgical correction.

Growths

Common growths are nasal polyps within the nasal passage. These protrude from the nasal cavity lining. Small polyps may go unnoticed but are likely to become a problem during chronic inflammation.

Physicians may prescribe specific medications like antibiotics or corticosteroids to non-surgically treat nasal polyps. However, you may need endoscopic nose surgery to remove the growths.

Deformity

Nose deformity may occur after disease, surgery, or trauma. It may also be congenital. A deviated septum is a common type of nasal deformity acquired at birth or during trauma. Rhinophyma is a skin disorder that causes an enlarged nose.

Whether the deformity has cosmetic or functional implications, nose surgeries like rhinoplasty and septoplasty are excellent procedures to resolve nose concerns.

Septal Deviation

When there is a displacement of the nasal wall between the nasal passages, there may be nosebleeds, congestion, or difficulty breathing.

Septoplasty surgery can move obstruction from the septum before reinserting the deviation to its natural position.

Turbine Enlargement

Enlargement of the middle and inferior turbinates may cause turbinate hypertrophy. Over-the-counter medications and surgical correction can treat turbinate hypertrophy.

Surgical removal of underlying tissue or bone surrounding the turbinates is only necessary for more severe cases of turbinate enlargement. Septoplasty also involves cutting into the nasal cavity to correct a deviated septum.

Nasal Valve Collapse

Nasal valve collapse is a breathing condition that can result in severe nasal congestion, mouth breathing, and snoring. Unsuccessful rhinoplasty, nasal trauma or fracture, and a deviated septum are all causes of nasal valve collapse.

Rhinoplasty surgery is the most effective treatment for nasal valve collapse. It can improve functional problems alongside any cosmetic concerns. Experienced surgeons use septal cartilage grafts, spreader grafts, and spreader flaps to correct nasal valve issues.

Finding Relief

If you’re looking for the best surgeon to address your nasal concerns in Newport Beach and Orange County, consider double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali Sajjadian. He specializes in all plastic and reconstructive surgeries, but his passion is the nose.

For more information on resolving nasal issues with or without surgery, call Dr. Sajjadian at (949) 515-0550 or schedule a consultation here.

How a Revision Rhinoplasty Can Change Your Look

We all know what a nose job entails, and maybe you know a few people who’ve had one. If you’re reading this post, there’s a good chance you have had this surgery yourself. In performing rhinoplasty, a plastic surgeon can reshape the nasal structure to balance facial features, open breathing passages, or both.

This surgical procedure recontours the dimensions and external lines of the nose without compromising vital structures. But not every surgery does what it’s supposed to. Perhaps you’ve undergone nose surgery and are less than pleased with the results. Revision rhinoplasty is the art of correcting the original rhinoplasty because the surgery fell short of delivering your desired outcome.

Because rhinoplasty is the most complicated of all cosmetic plastic surgeries, you must seek a skilled surgeon who can either build on the previous operation’s limited success or alter its failure. Let’s talk about that for a moment.

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Know Your Nose, Know Your Surgeon

We live in an era of instant gratification. When we want answers to questions, we rush for our phone, laptop, or tablet and get an answer within a few seconds. However, despite all the information available, many people aren’t patient enough to do their homework. Not all surgeons are the same, which is one reason too many people seeking a nose job choose the wrong surgeon.

Board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeons must commit to upholding some of the most stringent training requirements in medicine. Double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali Sajjadian offers multiple cosmetic procedures, but specializes in rhinoplasty.

Don’t get confused by the deluge of information available. Take time to do your research. If you’ve had a nose job already and are seeking a revision, you understand why this is paramount. Unfortunately, there’s no law preventing unlicensed and inexperienced surgeons from attempting to make a living by cutting corners and cost.

One of the top reasons given for choosing these surgeons is impatience. Patients who want a quick fix rush into the procedure without doing research. If a low-cost rhinoplasty deal looks too good to be true, it is. The same holds true for revision rhinoplasty.

What Makes Rhinoplasty So Tricky?

Rhinoplasty must address two crucial factors to be successful. It must simultaneously improve aesthetics and functionality. Of course, you want your nose to be your desired size, shape, and proportion, but if a nose job compromises your ability to breathe or smell, you’ll have much more to worry about than your appearance.

The nose demands attention to detail and an extensive understanding of facial anatomy. For these reasons, rhinoplasty is much more exacting than other cosmetic surgeries, and a revision takes the complexity to the next level.

Rhinoplasty is under extreme scrutiny, and the foremost critic should be you. Only you will determine the results you achieve. Not your friends, your significant other, or your medical team can say what’s right for your face. You are the leading player in this process, and you must demand success.

Benefits of Revision Rhinoplasty

If you’ve been through the rhinoplasty process, this blog post should refresh your memory. Or, perhaps your previous surgeon didn’t take the time to thoroughly consult you on the process and what to expect. The chief goal is to make women and men feel good about their facial appearance and nose function. Perhaps that means a cleaner profile or the elimination of a hump or bulbous tip.

In some cases, Dr. Sajjadian needs to add cartilage to the nasal structure to correct damage. He can use grafted cartilage from a predetermined area to create or support structure.

If an earlier surgery has left the nasal passage obstructed, a revision can help there, too. Restoring airflow through the nostrils by nasal obstruction surgery can be part of the revision process.

Understanding the Procedure

To start, Dr. Sajjadian will discuss any cosmetic or functional concerns you have with your nose. He will explain in detail his approach to correct your nasal flaws and nose appearance. Changes in cartilage, tissue tone, and texture make revision surgery challenging, even for experienced surgeons.

If necessary, because of surgical limitations, Dr. Sajjadian may use dermal fillers to add volume and smooth profile lines as part of the process. But revision surgery’s primary goal is to reshape existing cartilage and tissue for a natural, balanced appearance.

Recovery and Results

After your revision rhinoplasty, you’ll undergo a recovery process akin to the experience you had after your original surgery. There will be some initial bruising and swelling, but most patients will notice a visible change soon after the revision. Recovery can last for weeks, but you should be able to return to work within two weeks after surgery.

Dr. Sajjadian’s rhinoplasty revisions will improve the initial surgery’s results. He can restore functional and aesthetic issues, and your results should leave you pleased. It’s critical to maintain realistic expectations, which Dr. Sajjadian will explain in detail during your consultation.

Schedule a Consultation With Dr. Sajjadian

Rhinoplasty is a personal decision, and everyone’s experience is different. Newport Beach’s Dr. Ali Sajjadian will personally consult with you to discuss your goals, answer your questions, and address your concerns. Your consultation will involve a detailed medical examination and conversation about revision rhinoplasty’s pros and cons.

When you’ve decided to proceed, our professional and caring staff will support you throughout your journey. Find out what’s possible when you contact our Newport Beach, CA, surgical center. Call 949-515-0550 today to schedule a consultation. Be sure to view Dr. Sajjadian’s before-and-after gallery to see the results he’s created for his real-life rhinoplasty patients.