RHINOPLASTY IN CHARLOTTE
Learn more about getting a Rhinoplasty in Charlotte NC
Nose jobs or Rhinoplasty- it’s an important decision. Your nose is one of your most prominent features, so feeling unhappy with the way that it looks can have a significant impact on your self-confidence. If you’re ready to improve the appearance of your nose, you may be a candidate for rhinoplasty. Dr. Sean Freeman has been specializing in facial plastic surgery since 1988. His exceptional surgical results are proof that education, experience, and specialization are “must-haves” for your nose job procedure.
Nose surgery patients will need to wait until their nose is fully developed before undergoing rhinoplasty. Generally, this is around age 14 to 16 for females and 16 to 18 for males. Since Dr. Freeman specializes in facial aesthetics, he sees an unusually large number of patients who have had a nose job performed by other physicians in North Carolina and throughout the Southeast and who are seeking improvement. Revision rhinoplasty (secondary rhinoplasty) is generally performed using an open rhinoplasty approach.
Dr. Freeman is a board-certified facial plastic surgeon who draws patients for rhinoplasty from Columbia and Greenville, SC, and throughout the Southeast. Request your consultation online to receive $25 off your consultation fee or call Dr. Freeman’s office at (704) 543-1110.
The Procedure
In most cases, your rhinoplasty will be performed in the comfortable, private, state-of-the-art operative suite at The Center for Facial Plastic & Laser Surgery. During the rhinoplasty procedure, the cartilage and bone that form the structure of the nose will be altered or augmented, usually through incisions made inside the nose. If additional incisions are needed, they will be positioned in the nostril crease or along the columella that separates the nostrils. For more in-depth details on the rhinoplasty procedure, please see our Rhinoplasty Techniques page.
In the vast majority of patients, no nasal packing is used. Most patients experience moderate bruising for a week to 10 days after surgery. Skin numbness after rhinoplasty may occur but is usually temporary. Most of Dr. Freeman’s patients return to a normal schedule one week after surgery. Swelling can last a number of weeks, and very minor swelling can continue for several months.
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Know the basics of rhinoplasty
Understanding rhinoplasty In 2015, nearly 218,000 nose reshaping procedures were performed. Not all of these were done for cosmetic reasons. Some of them were done to correct medical problems, such as deviations in the septum (the ridge of cartilage and bone between...
One possible reason for a nose job
A nose job as a career choice The following is a dramatization: Jason had started modeling to pay his college tuition. Once he’d gotten into the habit of staying in shape and taking care of his skin, but still hadn’t found a major that suited him, he began to realize...
Frequently asked questions about rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty Q&A How do I find the best rhinoplasty surgeon in the area? Look for surgeons with good credentials — certification from a board of surgery and many years of experience. Go to the Real Self Web site and read customer testimonials about facial plastic...
Most nose job customers are satisfied
A nose job can be something to be proud of Over a hundred thousand people get rhinoplasty every year, and the vast majority of them are very happy they get them. According to a study published recently in JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery, an average of 3.3 percent of...
Rhinoplasty is for when you’re ready
The right age for rhinoplasty Rhinoplasty is different from the majority of other plastic surgeries. Procedures such as the eye lift, the brow lift and the face lift are usually performed to reverse the effects of aging. Rhinoplasty — when it isn’t being done to...
Recovering from rhinoplasty
The nose job, and a few days afterward If you’re planning to get a nose job, you should begin preparing now for the days and weeks afterward. They won’t be easy ones, and how you get through them will play a significant role in the success of your rhinoplasty. To...
Revision rhinoplasty offers hope
So you’ve gotten a bad nose job According to a study published not long ago in JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery, about 3.3 percent of nose jobs or rhinoplasty (about one in thirty) need revision. According to the Web site Real Self, 90% of those who rated their...
Rhinoplasty a source of happiness
Feeling good about your nose job Geordie Shore star Charlotte Crosby said of her new nose that “It looks exactly like when I Photoshopped it! I love it.” Olympic gold medalist Stephanie Rice said of her first rhinoplasty that "Seeing the better version of my nose made...
Going through the process of rhinoplasty
Before the surgery Look for a rhinoplasty surgeon with a state-of-the-art suite for operations and a high rating from customers. When talking with the surgeon, make sure he or she fully understands what you want. Some surgeons can use computer imaging to show you...
All you might want to know about rhinoplasty
A short history of rhinoplasty Rhinoplasty is a very old form of surgery. The ancient Egyptians had techniques for reconstructing the nose, mainly for the benefit of convicted thieves whose noses had been cut off. In India in the sixth century B.C., for similar...
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The staff at The Center for Facial Plastic and Laser Surgery is informative, kind and caring about the tiniest concerns…
From the very first consultation, I trusted Dr. Freeman and his staff. His technical skills and abilities are amazing…