Male Rhinoplasty
Plastic Surgery in Atlanta, GA
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What is a Male Rhinoplasty?
Male rhinoplasty is a procedure done to enhance the proportions of the nose while taking into account the unique facial features of men. Men tend to have stronger facial features and larger noses than their female counterparts, which is an important consideration in any facial surgery, particularly in male rhinoplasty. When it comes to the ideal male appearance, the male nose usually features a straight nose with a prominent bridge and a slightly wider nose than that of a woman. Men should definitely not have a scooped-out appearance on the profile that many women desire to achieve. Dr. Walker customizes each male rhinoplasty procedure to a client’s facial features, ensuring that outcomes promote a masculine look. Even overall body height is taken into consideration.
What Are the Benefits of a Male Rhinoplasty?
A male rhinoplasty can sharpen your facial profile, improve symmetry, and help you feel more confident with your appearance, without making you look like someone else. Whether you’re correcting a hump, refining the nasal tip, or improving breathing, this procedure offers both aesthetic and functional benefits. You’ll look more balanced from all angles and feel more in control of how you present yourself, especially in photos and social settings. For many men, rhinoplasty also enhances self-esteem, helps them feel more comfortable dating or networking, and reduces long-standing insecurities.
Who Are the Best Candidates For a Male Rhinoplasty?
Men who wish to improve their facial harmony with the improvement of their nose can often benefit from a male rhinoplasty. Good candidates are overall healthy non-smokers with a positive outlook for the results of their procedure. Dr. Walker will speak with you in Atlanta regarding your rhinoplasty goals during your consultation appointment and will create a personalized treatment plan to achieve the look you desire.
What’s the First Step?
Whether you’re ready to jump right into the process or simply explore your options and learn more about the procedure, the best first step is to have a consultation in Atlanta with Dr. Walker at WalkerMD. This consultation is the time to ask questions, be open about your concerns, and discuss what you’d like to achieve from this surgery ultimately. Dr. Walker will go over your medical history to ensure this is a safe procedure for you and even utilize state-of-the-art imaging technology to give you an idea of what your potential outcome can look like. If you feel comfortable moving forward, we’ll set you up with pre-operative instructions, as well as what to expect throughout recovery. From there, your pre-op visit and surgery dates can be scheduled.
What to Expect on the Day of Male Rhinoplasty Surgery
The male rhinoplasty is done under general anesthesia as an outpatient procedure in Atlanta. There are two main rhinoplasty approaches used today: external/open rhinoplasty and endonasal/closed rhinoplasty. During an open rhinoplasty, a tiny external incision will be made at the bottom of your nose between the nostrils that will become essentially invisible. In a closed rhinoplasty, all incisions are hidden inside your nose. Each of these techniques has its own pros and cons, and Dr. Walker can help determine which technique is most suited for you. Dr. Walker will then reshape the nose structure as needed and, if indicated, correct a deviated septum. He utilizes various cartilage grafting techniques to reshape your nose for the desired permanent aesthetic and functional improvements while maintaining strong masculine features.
Male Rhinoplasty Recovery
Following your outpatient male rhinoplasty procedure, you will be released to return home with a responsible friend or family member to recover. There is an initial 1- to 2-week period during which the bruising (if present) subsides and the nasal external and internal swelling improves, resulting in improved airflow. The nasal cast and sutures will be removed one week after your procedure, at which point in time you can let water run over your nose again when washing your hair and return to work. Most patients experience some discomfort for the first couple of days, which most patients can control with Tylenol, although a small amount of prescription pain medication is prescribed to you in case you do experience some discomfort. You are encouraged to rest during the first week and to adhere to Dr. Walker’s thorough post-operative instructions, including a low-sodium diet, avoidance of strenuous activities, no nose-blowing, no straining with bowel movements, and avoidance of coughing if possible. You can go back to school after the first week has passed.
This is followed by a 4- to 6-week period of continued swelling resolution during which strenuous activities and salt/sodium intake are discouraged. The post-surgical period is almost over, and the post-operative results are starting to become more apparent. There is still residual swelling on the nose, and this will change from day to day. Some days, the nose will look better than others, as the swelling continues to go up and down. Although the swelling completely subsides after about a month, the secondary healing stage will start with skin contracture of the nose and continued nasal refinement, taking on the shape of the underlying framework, a process that takes multiple months. The residual swelling is starting to decrease from top to bottom. The top of the nose (bridge) is looking more refined. Strenuous activities may be resumed after 4-6 weeks.
By the three-month mark (at the latest), you have gotten used to the new facial aesthetic that your male rhinoplasty has given you. Generally, most of the visible changes will have occurred by the three-month mark, although it really takes a full year or so for the final nasal shape to be present. Most clients no longer feel self-conscious about their nose after 4-6 weeks. The tip of the nose is usually the last area to completely “heal.” There may still be a small amount of fullness in this area after 3-6 months. Dr. Walker will closely monitor your healing throughout the recovery process with regular follow-up visits if possible.
You will be able to enjoy the full final results of your male rhinoplasty after about one year with essentially invisible incisions.
How Much Does a Male Rhinoplasty Cost in Atlanta, GA?
The cost of a Male Rhinoplasty varies depending on the complexity of your case and whether functional corrections (such as a deviated septum) are needed alongside cosmetic changes. Irrespective of that, the price you will be quoted includes surgeon’s fees, anesthesia, facility costs, and all pre- and post-operative appointments. At WalkerMD, your consultation will conclude with a custom quote based on your goals and nasal anatomy, with no pressure or surprises. Financing options are also available to help make the procedure more accessible.
Why Choose Dr. Walker?
Expertise in rhinoplasty requires training, experience, anatomical knowledge, patience, meticulousness, and excellent technical skills. Having trained under one of the most renowned nose experts in the world, Dr. Dean Toriumi, in Chicago, Dr. Walker is widely recognized as one of the finest rhinoplasty surgeons in the Southeastern United States and the entire nation. Many of Dr. Walker’s patients travel across state lines and internationally from overseas to seek Dr. Walker’s rhinoplasty expertise. He has exceptional qualifications and has based his career upon delivering consistently excellent results in primary and very complex tertiary rhinoplasty surgeries. He is known for individualizing his surgical plans for every patient and for his artistry in the operating room. He will spend as much time as needed to deliver the best possible result to every patient. From the initial consultation to the surgical procedure, Dr. Walker is devoted to giving as much time as is necessary to meet and hopefully exceed all of his patients’ expectations. He follows his patients long-term (months to years) to ensure they achieve the best possible long-term outcome. Although rarely necessary, an early in-office intervention such as steroid injections, needle shave, or other small interventions can prevent the need for revision surgery down the line.
Schedule Your
Consultation
Men considering rhinoplasty deserve a treatment approach that’s tailored specifically to their features and goals. If you’re ready to take the first step, contact our Atlanta office to schedule your private consultation with Dr. Walker. This is your opportunity to have a direct, open conversation about what you’d like to change, and to learn how male rhinoplasty can help you achieve a natural, confident look that suits you.
WalkerMD Facial Plastic Surgery is conveniently located 10 minutes from Buckhead, 12 minutes from Brookhaven, 20 minutes from downtown Atlanta, and 30 minutes from Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport – the world’s busiest airport by passenger count.
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