Aesthetic irregularities
Correction of humped bridge, wide nose, asymmetry, downward or upward pointing nasal tip.
Rhinoplasty
The goal of rhinoplasty is to harmonize facial proportions, while maintaining or improving the nose’s respiratory function.
Personalized planning
When is it
recommended?
Each procedure is based on personalized planning. Anatomical features, facial character and patient expectations together determine the final form. During consultation, we thoroughly discuss the possibilities, expected results, as well as the procedure and its risks.
Functional issues
Impaired nasal breathing, deviated septum, consequences of previous injuries.
Previous surgery correction
In revision rhinoplasty cases, the aesthetic or functional results of previous procedures can be improved.
The procedure
Four steps in the
operating room
Rhinoplasty typically takes 3–4 hours. The procedure is most often performed under general anesthesia; under local anesthesia, usually only minimal corrections can be carried out.
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Preparation and anesthesia
Surgery is performed under local anesthesia or general anesthesia, depending on the nature of the procedure.
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Surgical intervention
Reshaping of the bony and cartilaginous framework of the nose, with septum correction if necessary.
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Closure and fixation
At the end of the procedure, external splint placement, which remains on the nose for approximately 1 week.
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Post-operative care
Regular follow-up examinations to monitor healing and ensure beautiful results.
Healing and recovery
What to expect
after surgery?
First week
- Post-operative swelling and bruising are at their most pronounced. A fixation splint remains on the nose for approximately 1 week.
Weeks 2–6
- Swelling decreases significantly. Most everyday activities can be resumed: work, lighter sports, social events.
3 months
- Almost all activities can be continued, although the final shape still needs time to develop. Some restrictions may remain.
Important note
Follow-up examinations and adherence to instructions are essential prerequisites for beautiful and lasting results. The final shape develops fully over 12–18 months.
Rhinoplasty is not a template procedure. The goal is always to preserve the natural proportions of the face and achieve a harmonious, personalized result.
From consultation to full recovery
The complete patient journey
in five stages
This guide helps you see clearly how the process unfolds, from the consultation all the way to the final result. Every patient is unique, so the order and details of the steps may vary slightly, but the framework is the same: safety, predictability, and a calm decision.
The journey from the pre-operative consultation to the final result consists of five main stages. The purpose of each step is to move forward safely, transparently, and with realistic expectations.
Stage 1
Consultation
The purpose of the consultation is to understand your ideas and to clarify together what is professionally realistic and sustainable in the long term. We go through the key questions: what bothers you, what change you would like, and whether you have any functional complaints (such as impaired nasal breathing). We also discuss the options, the expected recovery and the risks. By the end of the consultation, I want you to have a clearer picture and to be able to decide calmly.
After the consultation, you typically take this with you: an outline of a clear plan, the next steps, and the main points of preparation.
Stage 2
Planning
In the planning stage, the goal is to refine the proportions and the details. This is where the surgical plan comes together — one that fits your individual features, facial character and expectations. If there is also a functional issue, the emphasis is placed not only on aesthetics but on breathing and stability as well.
In this stage we clarify: what change can be expected, with what compromises, and over what time frame the more final result will develop.
Stage 3
Surgery
The day of surgery is a well-organized, carefully structured process. The goal is for everything to take place in a safe, calm environment, with you knowing exactly what comes next. After surgery, you receive a detailed guide on what to do (rest, cooling, medication, sleeping position, wound and dressing care), as well as the schedule of follow-up visits.
Important: in the first days, swelling and a feeling of uncertainty are completely natural. At this point we are not yet looking at the “result” — we are supporting safe healing.
Stage 4
Follow-ups and recovery (the first weeks–months)
Follow-up visits exist so that we can accompany your healing throughout, and respond in time if any question or uncertainty arises. Recovery has a well-known “rhythm”: at first there is more swelling, and later the shape gradually refines. This is also when we discuss when you can safely return to work, sports and travel, and when it is advisable to wear glasses again.
Most patients experience this: improvement is visible early on, but the details take shape slowly — great patience is needed.
Stage 5
6–12 months – the period of refinement
The shape of the nose is not “finished” overnight; it settles gradually. The 6–12 month period is important because this is when most of the tissues truly calm down, and the fine details become visible. The goal here is no longer dramatic change, but a natural overall picture: proportion, character, a stable result.
Good to know in advance: the most beautiful results are built on patience and realistic expectations.