Rhinoplasty
Nose Reshaping Surgery in Louisville
3D result modelling, a tailored approach and advanced methods for natural beauty and self-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
Rhinoplasty price at City Medical Centre: $4,200 instead of $6,000. All that is listed below is in the price — surgeon's work, follow-up visits and dressings alike.
Whatever the type of surgery — open or closed rhinoplasty, tip correction or septorhinoplasty — the price covers it. The first consultation is free; the surgeon confirms the final figure after examining you.
How rhinoplasty works
At the consultation you will see a realistic forecast
We evaluate your facial proportions, present a 3D model of your new nose and create an individual 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
Rhinoplasty is done by a team of surgeons in our clinic's operating room — an anaesthetist is present and the patient is monitored throughout.
Filmed for real in 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
After examining your nose and discussing your goals, the doctor runs the required checks to choose the right correction method
Pre-surgery check-up
Ahead of surgery, a full lab work-up is needed — complete blood count, blood biochemistry, coagulation panel, chest X-ray, sinus X-ray
The surgery
The surgeon operates using the selected technique under general or local anaesthesia, giving the nose its new shape
Step-by-step surgical process
Rhinoplasty starts with an individual consultation, a 3D model of the nose and a review of the septum and breathing. Following pre-op preparation, which includes tests, a CT scan and specialist consultations, the patient undergoes surgery.
- Anaesthesia — either TIVA (intravenous anaesthesia) or traditional general anaesthesia, per complexity
- Access — the surgeon picks the open method (external columella incision) or the closed method (all incisions inside the nose)
- Correcting bone and cartilage — with an ultrasonic piezo instrument for minimal injury to tissues and vessels
- Shaping the new nose — excess tissue comes out or a graft goes in; the bridge, tip, nostrils or septum are remodelled
- Sutures — with atraumatic, self-dissolving or cosmetic suture material
- Fixation — packing is inserted and an external splint fitted to stabilise the shape
Inpatient stay
All procedures happen in the clinic's inpatient unit; you stay there for one day once surgery is over
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
Until the end of the year you can get a free post-op consultation with our plastic surgeon. At the check-up the doctor evaluates the rhinoplasty result, monitors recovery and answers all your questions
Consultation and nose modelling
After examining your nose and discussing your goals, the doctor runs the required checks to choose the right correction method
Pre-surgery check-up
Ahead of surgery, a full lab work-up is needed — complete blood count, blood biochemistry, coagulation panel, chest X-ray, sinus X-ray
The surgery
The surgeon operates using the selected technique under general or local anaesthesia, giving the nose its new shape
Step-by-step surgical process
Rhinoplasty opens with a tailored consultation, 3D or 4D modelling of the nose and a septum and breathing assessment. Pre-op preparation comes next, with tests, a CT scan and specialist consultations, after which the patient goes into surgery.
- Anaesthesia — either TIVA (intravenous anaesthesia) or traditional general anaesthesia, per complexity
- Access — the surgeon picks the open method (external columella incision) or the closed method (all incisions inside the nose)
- Correcting bone and cartilage — with an ultrasonic piezo instrument for minimal injury to tissues and vessels
- Shaping the new nose — excess tissue comes out or a graft goes in; the bridge, tip, nostrils or septum are remodelled
- Sutures — with atraumatic, self-dissolving or cosmetic suture material
- Fixation — packing is inserted and an external splint fitted to stabilise the shape
Inpatient stay
All procedures happen in the clinic's inpatient unit; you stay there for one day once surgery is over
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
Until the end of the year you can get a free post-op consultation with our plastic surgeon. At the check-up the doctor evaluates the rhinoplasty result, monitors recovery and answers all your questions
A surgeon you can trust
A plastic surgeon with experience who cares for patients' beauty and health
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
Any chronic conditions? Be sure to consult a doctor at the clinic!
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
For you, we'll find the most effective approach and deliver an excellent result.
Closed rhinoplasty
Uses incisions inside the nose and leaves no visible scarring.
Open rhinoplasty
Based on a small columella incision, giving the surgeon more control over the shape.
Septorhinoplasty
Combined surgery correcting the septum and altering how the nose looks
Revision rhinoplasty
Secondary correction after an unsuccessful or partly successful operation.
Book a consultation
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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
To set up a successful surgery, prepare starting 21 days before rhinoplasty. Our plastic surgeon will give you the required tests at the first visit.
Full blood count including ESR, differential and platelets
Urinalysis
Infection screening: HIV, HBsAg, anti-HCV, 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)
Coagulation panel: Quick prothrombin, INR, aPTT, D-dimer and 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
- Say no to swelling-causing food — salty, fatty, fried, spicy; stop medications that alter blood clotting (after agreeing with your doctor)
- Limit physical activity
- Do not have skin-damaging cosmetic procedures such as scrubs, peels, etc.
Important!
- Each test must be on a separate form
- The facility's stamp and doctor's signature are required
- Before you're admitted, get a pair of class 2 compression stockings
- On surgery day, food and drink must end at least 6 hours before the time of the operation
- Have chronic conditions or regular specialist care? Then you need a specialist's permission for elective surgery with general anaesthesia
Recovery after rhinoplasty: stages and advice
Healing after nose surgery is no less important than the surgery itself. The final result's aesthetics and harmony depend on proper recovery. At City Medical Centre recovery is closely supervised and has three phases: early, middle and late
Early phase
- The patient spends the first 24 hours after rhinoplasty under observation in the inpatient unit
- Days 1–3: splints stay in the nostrils and you breathe by mouth
- Swelling develops; bruising and nasal congestion may occur
- Day 7: splint removal. The aluminium splint stays on up to 14 days; on day 14 the stitches and splint are removed together
- No bending over, touching your nose or wearing glasses
Middle phase
- Swelling gradually subsides, but the tip and bridge may stay swollen
- Avoid for a month: exercise, bathhouse, sauna, pool, hot baths, sun
- Sleep only on your back, half-sitting
- Avoid glasses and makeup around the nose
Late phase
- For 1–1.5 months after nose surgery, a mild stuffy feeling may persist
- The nose takes its final shape in 1–1.5 years
- Keep seeing your surgeon during this time
Early phase
- The patient spends the first 24 hours after rhinoplasty under observation in the inpatient unit
- Days 1–3: splints stay in the nostrils and you breathe by mouth
- Swelling develops; bruising and nasal congestion may occur
- Day 7: splint removal. The aluminium splint stays on up to 14 days; on day 14 the stitches and splint are removed together
- No bending over, touching your nose or wearing glasses
Middle phase
- Swelling gradually subsides, but the tip and bridge may stay swollen
- Avoid for a month: exercise, bathhouse, sauna, pool, hot baths, sun
- Sleep only on your back, half-sitting
- Avoid glasses and makeup around the nose
Late phase
- For 1–1.5 months after nose surgery, a mild stuffy feeling may persist
- The final shape of the nose forms over 1–1.5 yearsStay under your surgeon's care all this time
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
To speed up recovery and get an ideal result after rhinoplasty, 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
Rhinoplasty is one of the most popular and time-tested aesthetic procedures, but like any surgery it is not free of certain risks. To lower the chance of complications, our clinic provides careful preparation before surgery and monitoring after it.
Possible complications after surgery
Swelling and bruising
A normal body reaction, but excessive cases need monitoring
Bleeding
Possible in the first days, especially when restrictions are not followed
Infection
An extremely rare complication caused by poor hygiene
Nose shape irregularities
Asymmetry, septum shift, uneven cartilage fixation
Impaired breathing
May occur with excess tissue removal or unique 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. A doctor's skill and experience are central to safe rhinoplasty.
- Full diagnostics before surgery. Consists of tests, CT, ECG, and surgeon and anaesthetist exams.
- Follow the recovery regime. Do not take off the dressing yourself or touch your nose; avoid sport, sun, alcohol and smoking.
- Antibiotic prophylaxis. Prescribed when indicated to prevent infection.
- Follow-up visits. Regular surgeon check-ups identify minor deviations early and correct them.
- Mental readiness. Patients should know that the final result becomes visible in 1–1.5 years.
Important: seek your doctor immediately if you have difficulty breathing, severe pain, high fever or any shape change after rhinoplasty.
Rhinoplasty at City Medical Centre is performed using modern technology, safe materials and continuous medical supervision, which minimises the risk of complications.
How to avoid complications after rhinoplasty?
- Choose an experienced surgeon. A doctor's skill and experience are central to safe rhinoplasty.
- Full diagnostics before surgery. Consists of tests, CT, ECG, and surgeon and anaesthetist exams.
- Follow the recovery regime. Do not take off the dressing yourself or touch your nose; avoid sport, sun, alcohol and smoking.
- Antibiotic prophylaxis. Prescribed when indicated to prevent infection.
- Follow-up visits. Regular surgeon check-ups identify minor deviations early and correct them.
- Mental readiness. Patients should know that the final result becomes visible in 1–1.5 years.
Important: seek your doctor immediately if you have difficulty breathing, severe pain, high fever or any shape change after rhinoplasty.
Rhinoplasty at City Medical Centre is performed using modern technology, safe materials and continuous medical supervision, which minimises 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?
The optimal age is from 18 to 45, when the nose is fully developed and tissues heal well. With medical indications, an older patient can have surgery if general health permits
How do I prepare for rhinoplasty?
Getting ready involves consultations with the plastic surgeon, lab work (CBC, biochemistry, coagulation, infection tests), ECG, chest X-ray, plus a nasal X-ray or CT. A week ahead, give up anticoagulants, alcohol and smoking. The day before — light food; no food 6 hours before surgery
Rhinoplasty vs septoplasty: what's the difference?
Rhinoplasty — surgery that alters nasal appearance (an aesthetic goal) and improves nasal function when breathing is impaired.
Septoplasty — surgery to correct the nasal septum and restore normal breathing, keeping the nose's external contour intact.
Both surgeries are often combined, particularly when a patient has a deviated septum as well as aesthetic concerns. The result is a harmonious look and fully restored breathing. At City Medical Centre . we perform rhinoseptoplasty — a combined surgery that solves both tasks at once
What are the risks of rhinoplasty?
As in any surgery, possible effects include swelling, bruising, infection, bleeding, temporary breathing problems and minor asymmetry. City Medical Centre reduces risks through modern techniques, anaesthesia and equipment, 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?
For the first few days after surgery, splints or swelling may partly close the nasal passages. Full breathing generally comes back within 1–2 weeks, depending on how extensive the surgery was 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 improves aesthetics and makes facial features more harmonious, without loss of individuality. With 3D modelling the predicted result is visible in advance, and you agree on changes with your surgeon
Rhinoplasty cost at City Medical Centre?
City Medical Centre offers rhinoplasty for $4,200 instead of $6,000 with the current discount. First consultation is free.
What does the rhinoplasty price depend on?
The cost is set at the consultation and depends on the extent of surgery; the exact price is named by the doctor after an exam of your nose and facial proportions.
What does the rhinoplasty price include?
The operation under general anaesthesia, a one-day stay in the inpatient unit, doctor monitoring and a free check-up after it. The clinic offers the result a lifetime guarantee.
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.
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Rhinoplasty: the art of harmony and function
Rhinoplasty (nose job) —
one of the most refined and in-demand plastic surgeries, focused on reshaping the nose in harmony with the individual proportions of the nose and the whole face. Modern rhinoplasty goes beyond altering how the nose looks: it is complex surgical work to reach an aesthetic ideal while keeping health intact.
What is rhinoplasty, or nose reshaping surgery?
At bottom, rhinoplasty is a comprehensive solution, correcting both congenital and acquired nasal deformities — for example, after a nasal injury. Patients often seek help for a dorsal hump or an overly wide nose. It can also correct the nasal tip (tip rhinoplasty) or the nostrils (alar rhinoplasty). The surgery plan is designed for each patient individually, taking into account all the features of their nose.
How is the surgery performed?
The surgery is carried out under general anaesthesia and, depending on complexity, takes 1.5 to 3 hours. It has two main approaches: open and closed rhinoplasty. Open rhinoplasty requires a small columella incision (the tissue between the nostrils), which gives the surgeon full visibility of all nasal structures. Closed rhinoplasty is performed through internal incisions and leaves no visible scars.
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
The nose needs looking after once surgery is done. An aluminium splint is put on the nose and special silicone splints inside it. Its function is limited in the first days but recovers fast. The final rhinoplasty result becomes assessable in 1–1.5 years, when swelling is fully gone.
Why trust the professionals?
Choosing rhinoplasty is a big step. Good rhinoplasty means your new nose blends perfectly with your features and works flawlessly. The consultation includes a detailed assessment of every parameter by the surgeon: nose size, tip projection, the septum and nasal lining. We apply 3D modelling so that you can view your future nasal proportions before the rhinoplasty is performed.
Don't rely only on rhinoplasty photos from the internet. Book a consultation to find out what modern rhinoplasty can and cannot offer you. Reshaping the nose and correcting external nasal deformities is what we specialise in.
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Choosing rhinoplasty in Louisville
Modern nose surgery is more than a cosmetic change: it is complex work aimed at an aesthetic result without harming health. For those in Louisville 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.
What happens after surgery? For the first day you stay under observation in the inpatient unit. Swelling gradually subsides, though the tip and bridge may remain swollen for some time. Bending over, touching the nose and wearing glasses or makeup around it are off-limits early on. The final result for patients from Louisville can be judged after 1–1.5 years, once tissues fully stabilise.
Nothing about the price is hidden. For $4,200, residents of Louisville 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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