Tip Plasty Treatment in India
About Tip Plasty
Key Highlights
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Targeted procedure focusing only on the nasal tip, preserving the overall nasal structure.Creates a more defined, refined, and symmetrical nasal contour.Can correct a drooping tip that obstructs the nasal airway, improving both form and function.Typically involves less swelling and a shorter recovery compared to a full rhinoplasty.Offers subtle, natural-looking results that enhance facial harmony.
Who is this surgery for?
- Bulbous or wide nasal tip lacking definition.
- Drooping nasal tip (nasal tip ptosis), especially when smiling or with age.
- Asymmetrical or crooked nasal tip.
- Overly projected or 'pinched' nasal tip.
- Desire for refinement after a previous rhinoplasty (revision tip plasty).
- Congenital deformities affecting the nasal tip structure.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive consultation with the surgeon to discuss goals and expectations.
- Medical evaluation, including review of medical history and any current medications.
- Discontinuation of blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, ibuprofen) and supplements as advised by the surgeon.
- Avoid smoking and alcohol for several weeks before surgery to promote healing.
- Arranging for someone to drive you home after the procedure and assist during initial recovery.
- Fasting as instructed if the procedure is performed under general anesthesia.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding, infection, or adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Asymmetry or unsatisfactory aesthetic result.
- Nasal airway obstruction or breathing difficulties.
- Numbness, persistent swelling, or changes in skin sensation around the nose.
- Scarring (though incisions are typically well-concealed inside the nostrils).
- Need for revision surgery in rare cases.
Recovery & hospital stay
- A splint or tape will be placed on the nose for about one week to support the new shape.
- Expect mild to moderate swelling and bruising around the nose and eyes, which subsides within 1-2 weeks.
- Sleep with your head elevated for the first week to minimize swelling.
- Avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting, and contact sports for at least 3-4 weeks.
- Follow all post-operative care instructions, including gentle cleaning and medication schedules.
- Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments for splint removal and progress monitoring.
- Final, refined results become apparent as swelling fully resolves over several months.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
7-14 days for initial recovery, 3-6 months for final results
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering tip plasty in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with aesthetic and reconstructive surgery departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform tip plasty. MediFyr helps you compare aesthetic and reconstructive surgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for tip plasty compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 552 – USD 1,655 | 0-1 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 7-14 days for initial recovery, 3-6 months for final results | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 4,098 – USD 12,293 | 0-1 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 7-14 days for initial recovery, 3-6 months for final results | Know More |
Saanvi Iyer, a 28-year-old software engineer,...
Saanvi Iyer, a 28-year-old software engineer, had always been self-conscious about the slight downward droop at the tip of her nose, a feature she inherited from her father. While she loved her cultural heritage, the nasal tip made her profile feel unbalanced and drew unwanted attention in photos and video calls for work. She avoided side-profile pictures and felt her confidence dip in professional settings. During a consultation with a reconstructive surgeon, Dr. Mehta explained that her nasal cartilage was weak, causing the tip to lack support and project downward. He recommended a Tip Plasty (a closed rhinoplasty approach) to refine, lift, and strengthen the nasal tip without altering the unique bridge of her nose. The procedure under local anesthesia was quick, with Saanvi feeling only mild pressure. Recovery involved a week of minor swelling and a protective splint. Six weeks later, the subtle but definitive lift was complete. Saanvi felt a profound emotional shift; she no longer angled her face in meetings or hesitated before a camera. The change was not about looking different, but about her external appearance finally matching her internal confidence, allowing her heritage and her self-assurance to coexist harmoniously.
Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeons for Tip Plasty
Explore experienced aesthetic and reconstructive surgeons who regularly perform tip plasty and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 8 Years Experience
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- 27 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata
- 13 Years Experience
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Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 17 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
KMC Hospital Mangalore, Mangalore
- 14 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore
- 17 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Kolkata
- 8 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
KMC Hospital Mangalore, Mangalore
- 21 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 19 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Delhi
- 16 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Delhi
- 25 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata
- 14 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
- 8 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
KMC Hospital Mangalore, Mangalore
- 8 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
KMC Hospital Mangalore, Mangalore
- 35 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
- 16 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 19 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
- 7 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Kolkata
- 15 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore