About Rhinoplasty
Key Highlights
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Enhances facial harmony and balance by reshaping the nose.Can correct functional issues like a deviated septum to improve breathing.Offers both cosmetic refinement and reconstructive correction for injuries or birth defects.Provides long-lasting, permanent results with a single procedure.Boosts self-esteem and confidence by addressing long-standing aesthetic concerns.Utilizes advanced surgical techniques (open or closed) for minimal visible scarring./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Cosmetic desire to change the size, shape, or proportions of the nose (e.g., reducing a hump, refining the tip).
- Correcting a deviated nasal septum causing chronic nasal obstruction or breathing difficulties.
- Repairing nasal fractures or deformities resulting from trauma or injury.
- Addressing congenital birth defects affecting nasal structure and function.
- Alleviating chronic sinus issues related to nasal structure.
- Reconstructing the nose following surgery for skin cancer or other medical conditions.
How to prepare
- Undergo a comprehensive medical evaluation and nasal examination, which may include photographs and imaging.
- Discuss surgical goals, techniques, and realistic expectations in detail with your surgeon.
- Discontinue smoking and avoid blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, ibuprofen, certain supplements) as advised by your surgeon.
- Arrange for someone to drive you home after surgery and assist you for the first 24-48 hours.
- Fill any prescribed medications in advance and prepare a recovery area at home with extra pillows to keep your head elevated.
- Follow fasting instructions (typically no food or drink after midnight) prior to the surgery.
Risks & possible complications
- Common side effects: Temporary swelling, bruising around the eyes, nasal congestion, and minor bleeding.
- Anesthesia-related risks, such as allergic reactions or respiratory issues.
- Infection at the surgical site, though rare with proper care.
- Unsatisfactory aesthetic result, asymmetry, or the need for revision surgery.
- Persistent breathing difficulties or changes in nasal function.
- Numbness or altered sensation in the nasal area, which is usually temporary.
- Scarring (typically well-concealed within the nostrils in closed rhinoplasty).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial 1-2 weeks: A splint and possibly internal dressings will be worn. Significant swelling and bruising are common, peaking around day 3 and then subsiding.
- Keep your head elevated, even while sleeping, for at least the first week to reduce swelling.
- Apply cold compresses gently around the eyes (not on the nose) to minimize bruising.
- Avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting, and bending over for at least 2-3 weeks.
- Do not blow your nose forcefully. Sneeze with your mouth open to protect the internal structures.
- Attend all follow-up appointments for splint/stitch removal and to monitor healing.
- Final results become gradually apparent as swelling fully resolves, which can take up to a year.
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Typical hospital stay: 0-1 days (Often performed as a day-care procedure)
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Expected recovery time: 10-14 days for return to non-strenuous work; 6-12 months for final result
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering rhinoplasty in Thailand, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Thailand 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 rhinoplasty. 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 rhinoplasty compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| United Arab Emirates | USD 945 – USD 5,670 | 0-1 days (Often performed as a day-care procedure) | ~ 10-14 days for return to non-strenuous work; 6-12 months for final result | Know More |
| Thailand | USD 960 – USD 6,720 | 0-1 days (Often performed as a day-care procedure) | ~ 10-14 days for return to non-strenuous work; 6-12 months for final result | Know More |
| South Korea | USD 960 – USD 6,720 | 0-1 days (Often performed as a day-care procedure) | ~ 10-14 days for return to non-strenuous work; 6-12 months for final result | Know More |
| India | USD 546 – USD 3,273 | 0-1 days (Often performed as a day-care procedure) | ~ 10-14 days for return to non-strenuous work; 6-12 months for final result | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 4,031 – USD 24,185 | 0-1 days (Often performed as a day-care procedure) | ~ 10-14 days for return to non-strenuous work; 6-12 months for final result | Know More |
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