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Did Darcey Silva get a nose job? Yes, and she said so herself

Ahead of the season 2 premiere of Darcey & Stacey in July 2021, reality TV star Darcey Silva talked about a trip to Turkey she took with her twin sister Stacey for what the pair called their “twinsformation.” Among the procedures she described in her own words was, as she put it, “a little Barbie nose.” Showbiz Cheat Sheet reported her comments from an interview with Entertainment Weekly. Here is exactly what she said, and what a rhinoplasty like the one she described involves for anyone considering it today.

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Rhinoplasty

The main points in 30 seconds

  • In July 2021, Darcey Silva described getting “a little Barbie nose” on a trip to Turkey.
  • She named no clinic or surgeon; the trip followed research and consultations, she said.
  • Her twin Stacey had different procedures: a breast reduction, lift and liposuction.
  • Rhinoplasty is done under general anaesthesia, with one day in the inpatient unit.
  • At City Medical Centre, rhinoplasty starts at $4,200, after a free consultation.

Key facts about the procedure

  • Operation time1.5–3 hours
  • Stay in clinic1 day
  • AnaesthesiaGeneral
  • Price $6,000from $4,200

Figures from the procedure page of City Medical Centre

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Darcey Silva

Country
United States
Who
Reality TV star
Quote source
Showbiz Cheat Sheet, 15 July 2021

What did Darcey Silva say about her nose job?

Darcey Silva, known from 90 Day Fiancé and her own spin-off Darcey & Stacey, explained how the trip came about in an interview with Entertainment Weekly, reported by Showbiz Cheat Sheet: “Stacey and I first decided to go to Turkey spur of the moment last year. We were both on our phones at the same time, texted each other at the same time, ‘Let’s go to Turkey.’ We both said the same thing, I swear to God. Randomly.” She said the decision was not impulsive once it was made: “We were researching places, and for some reason I felt Turkey and she felt Turkey, so we figured out we’d pick the best doctor for us and we had consultations. We wanted to go on this inward-outward journey together, just us. Obviously, we took our precautions.”

Why speaking about it so plainly matters

Silva did not treat the nose surgery as a secret to manage around a premiere; she walked through how the decision was made, who was involved, and what exactly changed, down to calling the shape she chose a “Barbie nose.” That kind of detail is unusual: most public figures either deny cosmetic surgery altogether or confirm it in a single vague line.

Why speaking about it so plainly matters

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How rhinoplasty is done today

Modern rhinoplasty reshapes the cartilage and bone framework of the nose, not just the skin over it, and is performed under anaesthesia with the surgeon working through small incisions, often hidden inside the nostrils or along the natural fold at the base of the nose. The right approach depends on what a patient wants to change and whether the nose has been operated on before.

Who is a candidate and how to prepare

People consider rhinoplasty for a mix of reasons: a hump, a wide tip, nostril shape, asymmetry they have always disliked, or breathing problems caused by a deviated septum. Before surgery, preparation generally includes:

  • Full nasal growth. The procedure is only done once the nose has finished developing, generally from the late teens onward.
  • A health screening covering blood tests, coagulation and, depending on age, imaging of the nasal bones and sinuses.

Recovery after rhinoplasty

After the operation, most clinics keep the patient one day under observation before discharge. A splint protects the nose for about a week, and the first days bring swelling and bruising around the eyes, which is normal. Once the splint comes off, most of the visible bruising has faded, though the nose itself stays swollen for longer.

Recovery after rhinoplasty

How recovery after rhinoplasty usually goes

  1. Day of surgeryGeneral anaesthesia, a splint is fitted; one day in the inpatient unit.
  2. Days 1–7Splint stays on; swelling and bruising around the eyes are normal.
  3. About week 2Splint is removed; most external bruising has faded.
  4. Weeks 3–4Visible swelling drops enough to feel comfortable in public.
  5. Months 2–3Residual swelling in the tip of the nose keeps fading gradually.
  6. Months 12–18The final shape of the nose can be judged.

Rhinoplasty at City Medical Centre

City Medical Centre performs primary rhinoplasty and septorhinoplasty for international patients, with a free first consultation available online, where the surgeon reviews photos and any breathing concerns before confirming a final price. Current prices start at $4,200 for a primary rhinoplasty, $5,400 for a revision case, and $5,000 for a combined septorhinoplasty that addresses both breathing and shape.

Planning the procedure from your city? Read more: Nose Surgery in Newcastle, Open and Closed Rhinoplasty in Perth and Rhinoplasty in Sydney with 3D Modelling.

Frequently asked questions

Did Darcey Silva have a nose job?

Yes. In July 2021 she told Entertainment Weekly, in comments reported by Showbiz Cheat Sheet, that on a trip to Turkey with her twin sister Stacey she had “a little Barbie nose” done, along with other procedures.

Did Darcey Silva name the clinic or surgeon?

No. She described choosing “the best doctor for us” after research and consultations, but did not name a clinic or surgeon in the reported comments.

Was the trip planned or spontaneous?

Both, in her account. She said the idea to go to Turkey came up “spur of the moment,” but the actual booking followed research into clinics and consultations with a doctor.

Did her twin sister Stacey get the same procedures?

No. Stacey said their results were “a little different” — Stacey had a breast reduction and lift along with liposuction, while Darcey described a nose job, lip lifts and a lift.

How much does rhinoplasty cost at City Medical Centre?

A primary rhinoplasty starts at $4,200, a revision case at $5,400, and a combined septorhinoplasty at $5,000. The final price is confirmed after a free consultation.

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What the article says about the celebrity is based only on these public statements.

Please note. This article retells what the person said publicly; City Medical Centre was not involved in their treatment and does not comment on anyone's health. It is general information, not medical advice: every operation has contraindications and risks, and the right option is decided only after an examination by a surgeon.

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