Rhinoplasty
Nose Reshaping Surgery in Krakow
Care built around you, 3D outcome modelling and refined techniques for natural beauty and confidence
Natural result
No scars or marks
3D result modelling
Fast recovery
Get a personal plan and a 3D result forecast
The consultation is non-binding
Harmonious
proportions
Natural
shape
Perfect balance
with your face
5.0 ★★★★★
Clinic rating
14 000+
successful surgeries
10+ years
Experienced doctors | ISHRS members
Lifetime guarantee
on the result
5.0 ★★★★★
Clinic rating
14 000+
successful surgeries
Lifetime guarantee
on the result
Get a personal plan
and a 3D result forecast
The consultation is non-binding
Rhinoplasty: before and after
Before and after photos, unretouched and unedited.
Irina, 24 — rhinoplasty
Anna, 22 — rhinoplasty
Angelina, 31 — rhinoplasty
Ivan, 25 — rhinoplasty
Valentina, 23 — rhinoplasty
Evgenia, 19 — rhinoplasty
Anna, 27 — rhinoplasty
Veronika, 26 — rhinoplasty
Kristina, 23 — rhinoplasty
Anna, 24 — rhinoplasty
Veronika, 34 — rhinoplasty
Yulia, 22 — rhinoplasty
Ivan, 41 — rhinoplasty
Evgenia, 27 — rhinoplasty
What the rhinoplasty price includes — $4,200
City Medical Centre rhinoplasty price: $4,200 instead of $6,000. The list below is fully included — from the surgeon's fee to dressings and follow-up appointments.
The cost applies to any type of surgery, whether open or closed rhinoplasty, tip correction or septorhinoplasty. The first consultation is free of charge; the surgeon names the exact price after seeing you.
How rhinoplasty works
At the consultation you will see a realistic forecast
We examine the proportions of your face, present your future nose in 3D and put together a personal surgery plan
Assessment of nasal anatomy and facial proportions
We analyse your nose and its harmony with your face
3D result forecast before surgery
We show how your nose will look after surgery
Personal surgery and recovery plan
We choose the best technique and explain recovery in detail
Answers on timing, recovery and contraindications
You get clear answers to every important question
Our operating room
A surgical team performs rhinoplasty in the clinic's own operating room, with an anaesthetist present and continuous patient monitoring.
A real recording from City Medical Centre's operating room.
Your path to the perfect nose: from dream to reality
A complete guide from first consultation to recovery
Consultation and nose modelling
The doctor looks at your nose, goes over your wishes and orders the necessary checks to decide on the best way to correct it
Pre-surgery check-up
Surgery requires a full lab work-up beforehand: complete blood count, biochemistry, coagulation tests, chest X-ray and sinus X-ray
The surgery
Rhinoplasty is carried out by the surgeon using the agreed method, under local or general anaesthesia, to reshape the nose
Step-by-step surgical process
Every rhinoplasty begins with a personal consultation, 3D nose modelling and an assessment of the septum and nasal breathing. After preparation that includes tests, a CT scan and specialist consultations, the patient is taken to surgery.
- Anaesthesia — either TIVA (intravenous anaesthesia) or traditional general anaesthesia, per complexity
- Access — the surgeon decides between open (incision outside, on the columella) and closed (all incisions within the nose)
- Bone and cartilage reshaping — done with an ultrasonic piezo device to limit injury to tissue and vessels
- Modelling the new nose — excess tissue is excised or a graft is added; the bridge, tip, nostrils or septum get a new shape
- Sutures — atraumatic, dissolvable or cosmetic suture materials are applied
- Fixation — an external splint and packing are used to keep the shape stable
Inpatient stay
Each procedure is performed in the inpatient unit of the clinic. After surgery, your stay lasts one day
Recovery period
After surgery you follow a recovery course — swelling relief, monitoring of the nose and care advice. Full healing takes about 4 months on average, with the first visible results after two weeks
Post-op check-ups
You can book a free post-op consultation with our plastic surgeon until the end of the year. The doctor assesses the result of rhinoplasty, follows your recovery and answers every question at the check-up
Consultation and nose modelling
The doctor looks at your nose, goes over your wishes and orders the necessary checks to decide on the best way to correct it
Pre-surgery check-up
Surgery requires a full lab work-up beforehand: complete blood count, biochemistry, coagulation tests, chest X-ray and sinus X-ray
The surgery
Rhinoplasty is carried out by the surgeon using the agreed method, under local or general anaesthesia, to reshape the nose
Step-by-step surgical process
A personal consultation, 3D or 4D modelling of the nose and an assessment of the septum and breathing come first. The patient then goes through pre-op preparation, including tests, a CT scan and specialist consultations, and proceeds to surgery.
- Anaesthesia — either TIVA (intravenous anaesthesia) or traditional general anaesthesia, per complexity
- Access — the surgeon decides between open (incision outside, on the columella) and closed (all incisions within the nose)
- Bone and cartilage reshaping — done with an ultrasonic piezo device to limit injury to tissue and vessels
- Modelling the new nose — excess tissue is excised or a graft is added; the bridge, tip, nostrils or septum get a new shape
- Sutures — atraumatic, dissolvable or cosmetic suture materials are applied
- Fixation — an external splint and packing are used to keep the shape stable
Inpatient stay
Each procedure is performed in the inpatient unit of the clinic. After surgery, your stay lasts one day
Recovery period
After surgery you follow a recovery course — swelling relief, monitoring of the nose and care advice. Full healing takes about 4 months on average, with the first visible results after two weeks
Post-op check-ups
You can book a free post-op consultation with our plastic surgeon until the end of the year. The doctor assesses the result of rhinoplasty, follows your recovery and answers every question at the check-up
A surgeon you can trust
A skilled plastic surgeon who cares about the beauty and health of patients
Dmitry S. Kuznetsov
Plastic surgeon
- Plastic surgery residency — Petrovsky National Research Centre of Surgery, 2024
- Residency in surgery — University of Medicine, 2021
- Participant of the 13th International ICTPS Congress, 2024
- Rated 5.0 by patients, 18 reviews
Patient video reviews after rhinoplasty
Patients describe their rhinoplasty at City Medical Centre in their own words: surgery and recovery.
Patient review 6 months after surgery
A patient on how her recovery went
Medical indications for rhinoplasty
Please see a clinic physician if you have chronic health conditions!
Indications
Nasal polyps
A bulbous nasal tip
Asymmetric nasal cartilage or nostrils
Deviated septum
Significant breathing problems
A wide nasal bridge
A prominent dorsal hump
Saddle nose
Nasal injury
Contraindications to rhinoplasty
Infectious diseases
Mental health disorders
Cancer
Age under 18
Decompensated chronic diseases
Blood clotting disorders
Skin damage in the treatment area
Inflammation of the ears, throat, nose or eyes
Types of rhinoplasty: open, closed, septorhinoplasty
Our team finds the most effective solution for you and delivers an excellent result.
Closed rhinoplasty
Done through internal incisions in the nose — no visible scars.
Open rhinoplasty
Done through a small incision on the columella for better surgeon control over the shape.
Septorhinoplasty
A combined surgery for septum correction and a new look of the nose
Revision rhinoplasty
A follow-up correction after an unsuccessful or partly successful operation.
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Book a consultation
Call or message us —
our coordinator will contact you shortly
and book your consultation
Preparing for nose surgery
Preparation should begin 21 days before rhinoplasty for the surgery to be successful. Our plastic surgeon hands you the list of tests at the first visit.
Blood count, complete (including ESR, differential, platelets)
Urinalysis
Infection panel: HIV, HBsAg, anti-HCV and Treponema pallidum antibodies
Blood type and Rh factor
Biochemical blood test (total protein; urea; uric acid; creatinine; glucose; total, direct and indirect bilirubin; ALT; AST; K; Na; Cl; cholesterol)
Haemostasis panel: Quick prothrombin, INR, aPTT, D-dimer, antithrombin III
Electrocardiogram (ECG) with report
Doppler ultrasound / duplex scan of the leg veins
Chest X-ray or fluorography with report
CT scan of the paranasal sinuses
After the full lab work-up — a physician's report confirming no contraindications to surgery
3–5 days before surgery you need to
- Stop smoking and drinking alcohol
- Eliminate foods that trigger swelling: salty, fatty, fried and spicy; stop taking drugs that affect blood clotting (confirm this with your doctor)
- Limit physical activity
- Don't use skin-damaging cosmetic treatments: scrubs, peels, etc.
Important!
- Each test must be on a separate form
- The facility's stamp and doctor's signature are required
- Purchase class 2 compression stockings beforehand for the inpatient stay
- Your last meal and drink on the day of surgery must be taken at least 6 hours before the set time
- If you live with chronic conditions or see a specialist regularly, elective surgery under general anaesthesia requires the specialist's clearance
Recovery after rhinoplasty: stages and advice
Post-operative recovery is every bit as important as the nose surgery itself. Proper recovery determines the aesthetics and harmony of the final result. At City Medical Centre, recovery is tightly monitored and has three phases: early, middle and late
Early phase
- The patient remains in the inpatient unit under observation for 24 hours after rhinoplasty
- Days 1–3: you breathe by mouth while splints sit in the nostrils
- Swelling forms; you may have nasal congestion and bruising
- Day 7: the splints are removed. The aluminium splint remains up to 14 days; stitches are removed on day 14 along with it
- No bending over, touching your nose or wearing glasses
Middle phase
- The swelling eases gradually; the tip and bridge might still be swollen
- For a month: no exercise, bathhouse, sauna, pool, hot baths or sun
- Sleep only on your back, half-sitting
- Avoid glasses and makeup around the nose
Late phase
- After nose surgery, mild congestion can last 1–1.5 months
- The nose takes its final shape in 1–1.5 years
- Keep seeing your surgeon during this time
Early phase
- The patient remains in the inpatient unit under observation for 24 hours after rhinoplasty
- Days 1–3: you breathe by mouth while splints sit in the nostrils
- Swelling forms; you may have nasal congestion and bruising
- Day 7: the splints are removed. The aluminium splint remains up to 14 days; stitches are removed on day 14 along with it
- No bending over, touching your nose or wearing glasses
Middle phase
- The swelling eases gradually; the tip and bridge might still be swollen
- For a month: no exercise, bathhouse, sauna, pool, hot baths or sun
- Sleep only on your back, half-sitting
- Avoid glasses and makeup around the nose
Late phase
- After nose surgery, mild congestion can last 1–1.5 months
- Final nose shape is reached in 1–1.5 yearsRemain under your surgeon's supervision in this period
What not to do after rhinoplasty
Remove dressings or splints yourself
Take hot baths or use a tanning bed
Exercise or do heavy physical work
Smoke or drink alcohol for at least a month
Press on your nose, wear glasses or sleep face down
If you want faster recovery and an ideal rhinoplasty result, we recommend
- Keep a regular rest and sleep routine
- Humidify the air indoors
- Take a course of microcurrent or ultrasound therapy.
- Follow the prescribed diet, avoid salty and spicy food
Complications and risk management
Although nose surgery is one of the most popular and well-established aesthetic procedures, like any surgery it carries certain risks. To minimise the chance of complications after rhinoplasty, our clinic provides thorough pre-op preparation and post-op monitoring.
Possible complications after surgery
Swelling and bruising
A normal body reaction, but excessive cases need monitoring
Bleeding
Can arise in the first days, especially if restrictions are disregarded
Infection
An extremely rare complication caused by poor hygiene
Nose shape irregularities
Asymmetry, septum shift, uneven cartilage fixation
Impaired breathing
May happen due to excess tissue removal or individual anatomy
Thick scarring
More common with open rhinoplasty and a tendency to keloids
Psychological disappointment
More common in patients with unrealistic expectations
How to avoid complications after rhinoplasty?
- Choose an experienced surgeon. Safe rhinoplasty relies above all on the doctor's skill and experience.
- Full diagnostics before surgery. Tests, CT and ECG, along with surgeon and anaesthetist exams.
- Follow the recovery regime. Never remove the dressing on your own or touch the nose; stay away from sport, sun, alcohol and cigarettes.
- Antibiotic prophylaxis. Prescribed when indicated to prevent infection.
- Follow-up visits. Seeing your surgeon on a regular basis spots small deviations and corrects them early.
- Mental readiness. Patients should know that the final result becomes visible in 1–1.5 years.
Important: if after rhinoplasty you have trouble breathing, severe pain, high fever or changes in shape, contact your doctor immediately.
Rhinoplasty at City Medical Centre uses modern technology and safe materials, with constant medical supervision minimising the risk of complications.
How to avoid complications after rhinoplasty?
- Choose an experienced surgeon. Safe rhinoplasty relies above all on the doctor's skill and experience.
- Full diagnostics before surgery. Tests, CT and ECG, along with surgeon and anaesthetist exams.
- Follow the recovery regime. Never remove the dressing on your own or touch the nose; stay away from sport, sun, alcohol and cigarettes.
- Antibiotic prophylaxis. Prescribed when indicated to prevent infection.
- Follow-up visits. Seeing your surgeon on a regular basis spots small deviations and corrects them early.
- Mental readiness. Patients should know that the final result becomes visible in 1–1.5 years.
Important: if after rhinoplasty you have trouble breathing, severe pain, high fever or changes in shape, contact your doctor immediately.
Rhinoplasty at City Medical Centre uses modern technology and safe materials, with constant medical supervision minimising the risk of complications.
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Rhinoplasty — prices
The first consultation is free; the surgeon names the exact cost at the consultation following an exam.
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Rhinoplasty:
frequently asked questions
When is the best time for rhinoplasty?
Optimal age: 18 to 45. The nose is fully formed by this time, and tissues still heal well. Where medically indicated, surgery can be performed at an older age if your general health allows
How do I prepare for rhinoplasty?
Preparation consists of plastic surgeon consultations, lab tests (CBC, biochemistry, coagulation, infection tests), ECG, chest X-ray, and a nasal X-ray or CT. One week before surgery, stop anticoagulants, alcohol and smoking. On the day before, eat light meals; fast for 6 hours before surgery
Rhinoplasty vs septoplasty: what's the difference?
Rhinoplasty — surgery for changing the appearance of the nose (aesthetics) and, if breathing is impaired, improving its function.
Septoplasty — surgical correction of the septum that restores normal breathing without altering the nose's external contour.
It is common to combine both surgeries, especially with a deviated septum plus aesthetic concerns. The outcome is a harmonious look and restored full breathing. At City Medical Centre . we perform rhinoseptoplasty — one combined surgery addressing both tasks at once
What are the risks of rhinoplasty?
Any surgery may bring swelling, bruising, infection, bleeding, short-term breathing problems or minor asymmetry. At City Medical Centre, modern techniques, anaesthesia and equipment minimise risks, backed by post-op monitoring and recovery therapy
When will I see the result?
You'll see first improvements after the swelling eases (2–3 weeks), while the final rhinoplasty result is evaluated in 1–1.5 years, when tissues have fully stabilised
Can I breathe through my nose after surgery?
Partial blockage of the nasal passages by splints or swelling is possible in the first days after surgery. Breathing normally returns in full within 1–2 weeks, depending on the extent of surgery and your body
Will there be visible scars?
With the closed technique, incisions are made inside, so external scars are absent. The open technique leaves a barely visible scar on the columella (the bridge between the nostrils), fading almost entirely as time passes. Microsurgical techniques and quality sutures help our doctors keep scars minimal
How much will rhinoplasty change my appearance?
Rhinoplasty makes the face more harmonious and improves its aesthetics, without losing what makes you individual. Using 3D modelling, you see the expected result in advance and agree on changes with the surgeon
Rhinoplasty cost at City Medical Centre?
Rhinoplasty price at City Medical Centre: $4,200 instead of $6,000 with the current discount. The first consultation costs nothing.
What does the rhinoplasty price depend on?
Cost is based on the extent of surgery and is fixed at the consultation, where the doctor gives the exact price after assessing your nose and facial proportions.
What does the rhinoplasty price include?
Surgery under general anaesthesia, one day spent in the inpatient unit, ongoing doctor monitoring and a free post-op check-up. The clinic gives a lifetime guarantee on the result.
How much is a consultation?
City Medical Centre offers the first consultation free. After examining your nose and facial proportions, the doctor names the exact cost of surgery.
Book a consultation
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Rhinoplasty: the art of harmony and function
Rhinoplasty (nose job) —
one of the most popular and delicate plastic surgeries, which aims to reshape the nose to suit the individual proportions of the nose and the face overall. Modern rhinoplasty is not only about changing the nose's appearance but is complex surgical work to reach an aesthetic ideal with no harm to health.
What is rhinoplasty, or nose reshaping surgery?
Essentially, rhinoplasty is a comprehensive solution. It corrects congenital as well as acquired nasal deformities, such as those after a nasal injury. A dorsal hump or an overly wide nose often troubles patients. Correction may also focus on the nasal tip (tip rhinoplasty) or the nostrils (alar rhinoplasty). Each patient's surgery plan is made individually, considering all features of the nose.
How is the surgery performed?
Performed under general anaesthesia, rhinoplasty takes 1.5 to 3 hours based on complexity. Two main approaches exist: open rhinoplasty and closed rhinoplasty. The open approach uses a small incision on the columella (the tissue between the nostrils), giving the surgeon a complete view of every nasal structure. The closed approach works through incisions inside the nose, with no visible scars left.
Your goals determine which technique the surgeon chooses. For example, the open approach is often needed to correct an upturned nose or to reshape the nasal bones and bridge in complex cases.
Recovery and results
Care of the nose is needed after surgery. An aluminium splint is fixed on the nose, with special silicone splints inside. Nasal function is reduced for the first days but recovers quickly. The final result of rhinoplasty can be assessed in 1–1.5 years, once all swelling is gone.
Why trust the professionals?
Rhinoplasty is a big decision. A well-done rhinoplasty means a new nose that fits perfectly with your features and functions flawlessly. At your consultation the surgeon evaluates all parameters in detail: nose size, tip projection, the septum and nasal lining. Our 3D modelling lets you see the future proportions of your nose before rhinoplasty is performed.
Go beyond searching online for rhinoplasty photos. Book a consultation to discuss the possibilities and limits of modern rhinoplasty for you. Correcting external nasal deformities and reshaping the nose is our specialty.
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Everything about rhinoplasty for Krakow patients
Modern nose surgery is more than a cosmetic change: it is complex work aimed at an aesthetic result without harming health. For those in Krakow with breathing problems as well as aesthetic concerns, septorhinoplasty combines septum correction and reshaping in one operation. That way the look becomes harmonious and full nasal breathing is restored at the same time.
First visible results appear after about two weeks, and full healing takes around four months on average. The nose settles into its final shape over 1–1.5 years, so seeing your surgeon during this period matters. Until the end of the year, Krakow patients can have a free post-op consultation where the doctor evaluates the outcome, monitors recovery and answers questions.
Nothing about the price is hidden. For $4,200, residents of Krakow get the operation performed by the plastic surgeon, a day in the ward, follow-up appointments and dressings, and personal coordinator support throughout. The same amount covers open and closed techniques, tip correction and septorhinoplasty. Your first step is a free consultation where the doctor assesses the nose and gives a precise quote.
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