There are a number of different reasons why patientsconsider rhinoplasty (aka costmetic nose surgery, nose job).  These range from medical conditions thatresult in a malformed nose or nasal blockages to cosmetic reasons.

Rhinoplasty may be required to fix a nose that was damagedin an accident.  For example, people incar accidents, skateboard accidents, sports accidents, etc. can suffer a brokennose that may heal improperly. Rhinoplasty can correct this problem or prevent this problem dependingon when the procedure is done.

In addition to accidents and injuries, there are those whoseek help because of birth defects or genetics that have led them to have amalformed nose.  The complicationsassociated with this include: excessive snoring, difficulty in breathing, andsevere headaches.  In order to alleviatethese issues patients will seek rhinoplasty.

Another common reason for rhinoplasty or "a nosejob" is to enhance someone's appearance. Some people find their nose too long, too short, too wide, too narrow,or any combination of these things. Rhinoplasty is a way to correct the overall aesthetics of the nose andface.  You can discuss in detail with thesurgeon the shape you want your nose to be and other factors.  This will enable your surgeon to tell youwhat is possible and what is not possible.

It is important that your surgeon understand the reason orreasons you want to receive this procedure so they can make sure yourexpectations can reasonably be met.  Youshould discuss the advantages and risks of the procedure and fully understandhow the procedure works and what your recovery time will be.  The more information you know about theprocedure the better equipped you will be to make the right decision regardingyour rhinoplasty.