Rhinoplasty on Long Island, NY

Offices in Nassau County, NY

Rhinoplasty is a popular choice for patients seeking to improve the appearance, proportion and balance of their central facial feature. The procedure is both the oldest and most complex of all facial plastic surgeries. It demands an exceptional level of skill, precision and artistry to match outcomes with expectations.

Each rhinoplasty is highly customized, based on the facial structure and preferences of the patient. The nose can be reshaped in a variety of ways: The size, width, symmetry, angle of projection and even the flare of the nostrils can be altered. Subtle modifications can yield the most dramatic results. In addition, solutions for a deviated septum and other medical conditions are easily within reach. Whatever the operative plan, the result must be natural and harmonious with the patient’s other facial features.

What Are the Benefits of Rhinoplasty?

Some of the changes you can achieve with nose reshaping surgery include:

• Improving facial harmony: By resizing or reshaping the nose, your facial proportions become more balanced and attractive. Special attention should be paid to the extension of the chin.
• Reprojecting the Tip: Most women have nasal tips that point slightly upward, while most men have nasal tips that extend straight forward. If you do not like the projection of your nasal tip or it does not conform with your gender, you may alter this with surgery.
• Flattening a bump: Many noses have a dorsal hump on the bridge, but this can be smoothed out to create a natural-looking slope.
• Better breathing: Rhinoplasty can correct a deviated (crooked) septum so that air flows through your nose in a normal manner.
• Achieving symmetry: If you have a crooked nose or mismatching nostril shapes, surgery can improve the symmetry.

Rhinoplasty Procedure Details

Rhinoplasty is performed using either an “open” or a “closed” technique. An open rhinoplasty procedure begins with an incision between the nostrils, at the base of the nose. This creates a small scar that will be nearly invisible. In a closed rhinoplasty, the incision is made inside the nostrils. The benefit of the open technique is that it provides a better view of the internal structures of the nose for the surgeon, which tends to result is a more successful and satisfying result.

In both open and closed surgeries, Dr. Funt reshapes the nose by excising or realigning cartilage, and often changing the contours of the bone. To build volume, bone and cartilage may be transferred from other areas of the body. Both types of surgery are usually performed under general anesthesia.

Rhinoplasty Patient Testimonials

“If you want rhinoplasty done right, Dr. Funt is the person to go to. I was super concerned about my nose looking ‘done’ or fake, but it looks natural and fits my face perfectly. I didn’t even know my nose could look this good!” – J.G.

“I chose Dr. Funt after a great deal of research, and I’m so glad I did. His expertise and calm demeanor made me feel so comfortable. He provided meticulous, natural, and flawless results — he is a true artist!” – M.B.

“I’ve hated my nose forever and it would consume my thoughts daily. Now, a month out of surgery, I am really pleased with my results and no longer self-conscious. I would definitely recommend Dr. Funt for rhinoplasty — he did an amazing job. Honestly, the whole process was much easier than I anticipated!” – R.O.