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Rhinoplasty

Nose Surgery in Ondo: Rhinoplasty Cost

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$4,200

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Results

Our patients' rhinoplasty outcomes

All cases are real patients of the clinic.

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Irina, 24

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Anna, 22

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Angelina, 31

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Ivan, 25

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Valentina, 23

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Evgenia, 19

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Anna, 27

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Veronika, 26

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Kristina, 23

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Anna, 24

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Veronika, 34

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Yulia, 22

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Ivan, 41

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Evgenia, 27

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Comparison

Rhinoplasty techniques offered at City Medical Centre

We'll find the most effective solution for you and achieve an excellent result.

Primary rhinoplasty

The first-ever surgery on the nose, correcting its shape and restoring breathing where airflow is limited.

Patient before and after primary rhinoplasty, front view

Discounted price

$4,200 $6,000

Main goal
Shape and breathing
When it is needed
Optimal age 18 to 45
Anaesthesia and stay
General anaesthesia, 1 day

Revision rhinoplasty

Revision rhinoplasty corrects the nose after a previous operation that was unsuccessful or partially successful, and is only performed once a year has passed since the first surgery.

Patient before and after revision rhinoplasty, three-quarter view

Discounted price

$5,400 $7,200

Main goal
Correct a previous result
When it is needed
No earlier than a year later
Anaesthesia and stay
General anaesthesia, 1 day

Rhinoseptoplasty

Surgery that corrects the septum while also changing how the nose looks.

Patient before and after rhinoseptoplasty

Discounted price

$5,000 $6,600

Main goal
Septum and nose shape
When it is needed
Deviated septum
Anaesthesia and stay
General anaesthesia, 1 day

The benefits and recovery periods listed here are average figures by surgery type, provided only for guidance — the actual scope of correction and recovery time depend on your own anatomy, and the surgeon will confirm them at the consultation.

During the consultation the doctor will create a 3D model of your future result and explain
how your rhinoplasty will be carried out

Free of charge, before surgery, and with no obligation — that is the consultation.

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Rhinoplasty explained: what experts say and what patients share

Our clinic

A clinic built around your comfort

Comfortable rooms, modern equipment and personal attention to every patient

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Get in touch using whichever way suits you

Our team answers your questions and finds a convenient consultation slot

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Rhinoplasty is not the right choice for every patient

If your case can be solved without surgery, the doctor will tell you so at the consultation — and you will not spend money for nothing.

SuitableRhinoplasty is the right solution

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  • Nasal polyps
  • A bulbous nasal tip
  • Asymmetric nasal cartilage or nostrils
  • Deviated septum
  • Marked breathing problems
  • A wide nasal bridge
  • A pronounced hump
  • Saddle nose
  • Nose injury

Not suitableContraindications

A doctor talks to a patient about contraindications
  • Infectious diseases
  • Mental health disorders
  • Cancer
  • Age under 18
  • Decompensated chronic diseases
  • Blood clotting problems
  • Skin damage in the area of the planned surgery
  • Inflammation of the ears, throat, nose or eyes

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Prices

You know the price
before surgery

At the free consultation, once the result has been modelled, you receive the price, which is then fixed in the contract.

Discounted price

Revision rhinoplasty

secondary, revision

A clinic surgeon during nose surgery

$5,400$7,200

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Discounted price

Rhinoseptoplasty

both the shape and the septum

Rhinoseptoplasty in the clinic's operating room

$5,000$6,600

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Free

First consultation

a check-up by the surgeon and 3D modelling

A clinic doctor at a rhinoplasty consultation

Free

the cost of surgery is named
and fixed in the contract

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Find out your plan and the cost of rhinoplasty

The doctor will review the anatomy of your nose, take note of your wishes
and propose the right correction technique. The cost is given at the consultation and recorded in the contract.

A patient and a nurse in a clinic ward after rhinoplasty

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Price

What $4,200 includes

From getting ready for surgery
to 12 months of support.

  • Surgery and the surgeon's work
  • General anaesthesia
  • Result modelling
  • Inpatient stay after surgery
  • Meals at the clinic
  • Check-ups and dressing changes
  • Personal coordinator support
  • All necessary consumables

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How it goes

A single day at the clinic —
from preparation until discharge

A correction plan agreed with you, inpatient observation, and a full year of recovery follow-up.

A doctor shows a patient a 3D model of her future nose on a monitor
1

Consultation and modelling

The doctor reviews your nose, talks about your wishes, and conducts the examinations required to pick the best correction technique

Booking the surgery date
2

Choosing and booking a date

Your surgery date is reserved once the deposit is paid — by card at the clinic or online by bank transfer — and the terms are confirmed in the contract for medical services

A blood sample for tests before surgery
3

Tests ahead of surgery

Before surgery you need a full set of lab tests: complete blood count, biochemistry, coagulation panel, chest X-ray and an X-ray of the sinuses

A surgeon performs rhinoplasty in the operating room
4

Surgery

Using the chosen technique, the surgeon carries out the rhinoplasty under general or local anaesthesia, correcting both the shape and structure of the nose

A ward in the clinic's inpatient unit
5

Inpatient stay

All procedures happen in the clinic's inpatient unit; you stay there for one day once surgery is over

A doctor and a patient in the ward after surgery
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Recovery

After the operation you receive a recovery programme; check-ups at 7 days, 3 and 6 months help monitor your recovery, and surgeon consultations remain free for a year afterwards.

At the consultation, you'll be shown a realistic forecast of the outcome

Plastic surgeon consultation: discussing the nose shape on a monitor

Free of charge, before surgery, and with no obligation — that is the consultation.

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Nasal splint

Made around your beauty

Every detail is designed to bring out your natural beauty. And so that you enjoy the change even during recovery, we invite you to choose the colour of your own nasal splint.

Your own style, in the small details:

Match your mood with the colour of your splint

Just like your future profile, confidence begins with the small things

A patient after rhinoplasty: purple carbon-look splint
Purple
A patient after rhinoplasty: gold glitter splint
Gold
A patient after rhinoplasty: green holographic splint
Green
A patient after rhinoplasty: light blue splint
Light blue
A patient after rhinoplasty: pink splint
Pink
A patient after rhinoplasty: yellow splint with a heart
Yellow
A patient after rhinoplasty: raspberry splint
Raspberry
A patient after rhinoplasty: carbon-look splint with a cat
Carbon

Doctors

A surgeon you can rely on

The consultation is with the surgeon who will actually operate on you

The doctor looks at your facial proportions, takes in your wishes and explains which changes can realistically be made.

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Coordinators

Clinic coordinators

We support you at every stage

Svetlana, personal coordinator

Your personal coordinator

Your first point of contact at the clinic — from your very first message through to the consultation

Svetlana

Patient care specialist

Answers your questions before the first consultation and helps you choose a convenient date

  • Explains each step of preparation
  • Reminds you about tests and check-ups
Olesya, personal coordinator

Your personal coordinator

Present before and during your stay — covering everything from booking to discharge

Olesya

Patient care specialist

Guides your preparation for surgery and keeps in contact throughout your stay

  • Supports you before and after surgery
  • Helps with documents and bookings
Alisa, personal coordinator

Your personal coordinator

By your side during recovery — from the day you're discharged to your last check-up

Alisa

Patient care specialist

Remains in contact during recovery and schedules your follow-up appointments with the surgeon

  • Answers questions during recovery
  • Books follow-up visits

City Medical Centre's own patient community on Telegram

A private channel for people who value honesty and expertise

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How it really happens

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Advantages

Why our patients choose City Medical Centre

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Contractual guarantee of the result

Under contract, you receive a lifetime guarantee — the surgery, support and post-operative follow-up terms are all fixed in advance.

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Find out and lose nothing by it

During a free consultation, we look at your case and tell you honestly whether rhinoplasty suits you — facts only, with no pressure to go ahead.

At a consultation a doctor shows a patient her future nose profile on a tablet

Only a single visit stands between you and your dream

Coming from another city or country? We organise the consultation and all necessary preparation within a single trip, making the process more comfortable with fewer journeys needed.

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Your time matters most to us

We respect your time: we work 24/7, with easy booking and a personal approach — we adapt to your pace.

At a consultation a surgeon explains the extent of nose correction

Fixed prices

Once the consultation is done, the surgeon determines how much correction is needed, giving you a clear surgery price with no surprises along the way to your result.

A surgeon measures the proportions of a patient's nose

Detail-level precision

Modern equipment helps the surgeon work gently and precisely — especially where millimetres affect proportions, profile and facial harmony.

Prices

Prices for rhinoplasty

Send a request and get a free consultation on any service

  • First consultation

    Free

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  • Primary rhinoplasty

    Price without discount: $6,000$4,200

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  • Revision (secondary) rhinoplasty

    Price without discount: $7,200$5,400

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  • Rhinoseptoplasty

    Price without discount: $6,600$5,000

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  • Reconstructive rhinoseptoplasty

    Price without discount: $6,500$4,700

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  • Reconstructive rhinoseptoplasty with rib cartilage graft

    Price without discount: $7,200$5,400

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FAQ

Rhinoplasty:
your questions answered

Rhinoplasty (nose job) — one of the most intricate and popular plastic surgeries, intended to reshape the nose so it matches the individual proportions of the nose and the whole face. Modern rhinoplasty is more than an operation to alter the nose's look — it is complex surgical work aimed at an aesthetic ideal that does not compromise health.

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Rhinoplasty in Ondo: price and what is included

Prices are in US dollars; the amount in brackets is an approximate conversion to NGN at the rate of 02.10.2026. The final price is fixed in your contract.

How much does rhinoplasty in Ondo cost?

Prices start from $4,200 (≈ ₦5,600,000). The surgeon sets the final price at the free consultation, and it is fixed in the contract, with no hidden extras.

What is included in the price?

The operation under general anaesthesia, a one-day inpatient stay, follow-up visits and dressings, plus a lifetime guarantee on the result.

How long do the procedure and recovery take?

Surgery takes 1.5–3 hours and you stay one day in the clinic. The nasal splints come out on day 7, and the cast is worn for up to 14 days.

Is the first consultation free?

Yes. The first consultation is free and does not oblige you to anything. You can start online by sending a message to the coordinator.

How do I get my exact price?

Message us on WhatsApp or Telegram using the buttons below. A coordinator will answer your questions and book a free consultation where the doctor names the exact price.

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Rhinoplasty in Ondo: what you need to know

Rhinoplasty covers several procedures. Tip rhinoplasty targets the nasal tip, alar rhinoplasty the nostrils, septorhinoplasty the septum together with the outer shape, and revision surgery corrects an earlier unsuccessful result. Revision is more complex and is done no earlier than a year after the primary operation. The plan for each person from Ondo is built around their anatomy and wishes.

The surgical plan is made at the first meeting: the surgeon examines the septum and breathing, builds a 3D or 4D model and agrees on the changes with you. Preparation with tests, a CT scan and specialist consultations follows. After the operation, a recovery course is prescribed. If you are planning rhinoplasty in Ondo, allow for one month without sport, alcohol or smoking.

For anyone searching for rhinoplasty in Ondo, the key figures are simple: $4,200 (≈ ₦5,600,000) for the surgery package and $0 (≈ ₦0) for the first consultation. The package covers the surgeon's work, one day in the inpatient unit, follow-up visits, dressings and a personal coordinator. The exact cost is agreed after the doctor examines your nose. Leave a request to book.

Patient reviews

What patients write after this operation. Reviews are translated from the original language.

Ekaterina Ivanova

For a long time I was self-conscious about the length of my nose, until a friend who had had rhinoplasty recommended this clinic. At the very first consultation they set the date of surgery and explained every stage in detail. The rhinoplasty under general anaesthesia was performed by Mareta Meirieva: the swelling went down quickly, and after just a week my nose looked natural and neat. Modern equipment, attentive staff and appointments without delays made the whole process comfortable. I recommend the clinic to anyone who values professionalism and a quality result.

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Olga Vasilyeva

This was my first visit to the clinic, for rhinoseptoplasty, and to be honest I was very nervous. At the consultation they explained every stage of the operation and recovery in detail, which calmed me down straight away. The operation was performed by Mareta Meirieva: the swelling started to go down on the third day, and the result is visible to the naked eye. Everything inside is sterile and pleasant, the atmosphere inspires trust, and the staff are always responsive. I thank the clinic for the high level of service and the warm approach!

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Marina Samarina

Everything was first-class: clean, cosy and calm. Booking and choosing the right date was easy. The nose operation went smoothly and the nerve block was done perfectly: now I breathe freely without nasal drops! It is a real lifesaver for anyone tired of endless prescriptions and ineffective procedures. I recommend it to everyone who values professionalism and results.

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Viktoria Petrova

I recently had rhinoplasty and I am absolutely delighted. At the consultation they told me about every stage in detail, so I went into surgery fully prepared. The operation went smoothly: they straightened the bridge of my nose and made the nostrils symmetrical, and the shape came out very neat. The swelling lasted a little longer than I expected, but they explained straight away that full recovery takes more time. No unpleasant surprises, everything was within the normal range. I recommend the clinic to anyone looking for a confident result and an attentive attitude.

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Ondo and the way people here plan a rhinoplasty

Ondo Town is the second largest city in Ondo State, Nigeria, and it serves as the trade centre for the surrounding region. Yams, cassava, grain, tobacco and cotton are grown around it, and the town is the largest producer of cocoa products in the region. Many families in Ondo live from trade or from work linked to these crops, so a person thinking about rhinoplasty usually has to fit the decision around a working calendar, family duties and the rhythm of the market.

The town has about 375000 inhabitants, which is large enough for people to know one another through family, church, mosque, school and trade. That closeness shapes how people talk about cosmetic surgery. Some patients prefer to collect information quietly and decide on their own timing, and an online consultation fits this well: you speak with a coordinator from your own home in Ondo, without telling the whole neighbourhood why you are asking.

City Medical Centre works with patients from Ondo through a free online consultation. Coordinators are available around the clock (24/7) on Telegram and Telegram, so you can write after the market closes, after lectures, or late in the evening when the house is quiet. A coordinator will call you back 24/7, and you can bring your questions in the order that suits you.

How the remote consultation works from Ondo

The first step is simple. You send a message on Telegram or Telegram, tell the coordinator what you would like to change about your nose, and share clear photos from several angles. Booking is straightforward, and the approach is personal, adapting to your pace. Nobody expects you to decide on the first day.

The core of the process is the examination by the surgeon and 3D modelling. At the consultation, the doctor will build a 3D model of the expected result and explain it to you. With 3D modelling the predicted result is visible in advance, and you agree on changes with your surgeon. For a patient in Ondo this is useful, because you can look at the proposed shape at home, show it to a husband, wife or parent whose opinion matters to you, and come back with questions.

After this you receive your surgery plan. It sets out what will be done, what preparation is needed and what the recovery programme looks like. Rhinoplasty improves aesthetics and makes facial features more harmonious, without loss of individuality. That matters to many people in Ondo, who want a nose that still looks like their own family face.

Who is a suitable candidate

18 to 45 is the optimal age. By this age the nose has formed completely, while tissues still heal well. With medical indications, older patients can have surgery if their general health allows. A student at one of the universities or colleges in Ondo who is just over 18 should think carefully about timing around the academic year, while an older working person can usually plan more freely.

Candidates should be in good general health and have realistic expectations. Psychological readiness is part of the assessment: the patient should understand that the final result will be visible in 1–1.5 years. If you expect to see the finished nose in a few weeks, say so openly during the consultation so the surgeon can explain the stages.

General contraindications are decided by the surgeon after the examination and the tests, not by a message exchange alone. Problems with blood clotting, active infections, uncontrolled chronic illness or an unstable emotional state may mean that surgery has to wait or be reconsidered. Tell the coordinator about every medicine you take, including herbal mixtures common in family medicine, because some of them affect bleeding.

Preparation: the 21 days before surgery

For a successful operation, preparation should begin 21 days before rhinoplasty. At the first appointment our plastic surgeon will give you a list of the required tests. For a patient in Ondo, three weeks is enough time to organise laboratory visits, arrange leave from work or school and talk to the family.

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. Ask the coordinator to explain each item on the list, and keep the results together in one folder or as clear photographs so they can be sent quickly.

A week ahead, give up anticoagulants, alcohol and smoking. This matters in a town where naming ceremonies, weddings and other gatherings are frequent and shared meals and drinks are part of hospitality. Plan the surgery for a stretch of time without large celebrations, so that you do not have to refuse drinks or explain yourself at the table.

The day before, eat light food; no food 6 hours before surgery. On the day of surgery, your last food and any fluids must be taken at least 6 hours before the scheduled time of the operation. For your hospital stay, buy compression stockings (class 2 compression) in advance and bring them with you.

The operation and the first day

Rhinoplasty is done in 1 day. It is performed under general anaesthesia and, depending on complexity, takes 1.5 to 3 hours. Surgery takes 1.5–3 hours and you stay one day in the clinic. For 24 hours following rhinoplasty, the patient remains under observation in the inpatient unit.

Ask the surgeon beforehand how the plan from the 3D model will be applied to your nose, which parts of the shape matter most, and what limits come from your own anatomy. A good conversation here prevents disappointment later. Write your questions down so you do not forget them when you are nervous.

Think also about who will be with you. In Ondo, family support is usually strong, and a relative who understands the recovery schedule can help with meals, rest and reminders about care. Share the recovery steps with that person before the operation.

Recovery in the first days, weeks and months

The nose needs to be protected after surgery. An aluminium cast is placed over the nose, with special silicone splints inside the nasal cavity. Days 1–3: breathing is through the mouth, with splints in the nostrils. Nasal function is limited in the first days but recovers quickly.

Day 7: the splints are removed. The aluminium nasal cast is worn for up to 14 days; stitches are removed on day 14 together with the cast. Recovery in the first 7, 14 and 30 days follows this order, and your coordinator can walk you through each stage by message.

In the days right after surgery, splints or swelling may partly block the nasal passages. You usually breathe fully again within 1–2 weeks, depending on your body and how extensive the surgery was. For 1–1.5 months after nose surgery you may feel slight congestion. First improvements show once swelling subsides (2–3 weeks), but the final rhinoplasty result can be judged in 1–1.5 years, when tissues fully stabilise.

Once surgery is done, you follow a recovery programme, with check-ups at 7 days, 3 and 6 months to track progress. Consultations with your surgeon stay free for a year after surgery, and follow-up support lasts 12 months. From Ondo these check-ups happen online, so you can show your progress without losing a working day.

Climate, sun, dust and daily habits in Ondo

Ondo is a warm town in a farming region, and heat, strong sun and seasonal dust call for sensible habits during recovery. This is general advice rather than a medical rule: keep the healing nose out of direct sun, choose shade when outside, and ask your surgeon how to protect the skin while the cast and swelling are present. A light cap that does not press on the nose may help, but ask the surgeon first.

Heat can make swelling feel more uncomfortable, so rest in a cool, ventilated room and avoid crowded, hot places such as busy market lanes in the first weeks. Dust in the dry season can irritate a congested nose, and the rainy season brings humidity and mud, so plan your first weeks at home with as few outings as possible.

If you swim or visit rivers and resorts, ask your surgeon when it is safe to return. Do the same for sport. Do not guess the date; confirm it at a check-up, because it depends on how your tissues are healing.

Compression stockings are needed for the hospital stay, and the surgeon will explain how long to wear them. In warm weather choose breathable clothing for the rest of your body and keep your resting space comfortable.

Work, study, sport and family events

Ondo has many schools and higher institutions, including Ondo State University of Medical Sciences, Wesley University, Adeyemi Federal University of Education and Ondo City Polytechnic, along with over 200 public and private schools in the town. For a student, a quiet academic period is the sensible moment for surgery, so that the cast days and early recovery do not clash with lectures or examinations.

For traders and farmers, the question is who can cover the stall or the work while you rest. Because the splints come out on day 7 and the cast is worn for up to 14 days, plan your leave around these dates and discuss the details with the surgeon. Office staff and teachers may prefer to arrange a longer break with their employers.

Contact sport and heavy lifting must wait until the surgeon allows them. Ask directly at the check-ups. Football is popular across Nigeria, and a ball or an elbow to the nose is exactly what the early period must avoid.

Family events are a big part of life in Ondo. Weddings, funerals and festivals, including celebrations connected with the Osemawe, the traditional ruler of the town, bring large crowds and many photographs. Aso Oke cloth is worn at such occasions and people dress up. If you want to appear at an important event, remember that the final result takes 1–1.5 years, so do not time surgery for a photograph taken a few weeks later.

The Osemawe, Aso Oke and the look of an Ondo occasion

The king of Ondo carries the title Osemawe, and the town tells the story of its origin with real feeling: the first monarch was so bewildered by the birth of twins to his favoured wife that he cried out 'Ese omo re', and over time the phrase became the title. The present monarch, Dr. Adesimbo Victor Kiladejo, was crowned in September 2006 after the death of Dr. Festus Ibidapo Adesanoye. A town with a living royal house has court events, audiences and public gatherings where people are seen and photographed, and that is worth keeping in mind when you choose a date for rhinoplasty.

Aso Oke, the woven cloth made from the cotton grown around Ondo, is worn for the occasions that matter most. A patient who plans to wear a head tie or a gele, or a cap with an agbada, should talk about it with the surgeon beforehand. While the aluminium cast is on, which can be up to 14 days, and while swelling is going down over 2–3 weeks, anything pressing on the bridge of the nose is a question for the surgeon, not for a tailor. Ask whether a looser wrap or a cap sitting higher on the head is acceptable.

Many families in Ondo choose a quiet interval between two big ceremonies. Count it out: preparation starts 21 days before surgery, the splints come out on day 7, and the cast and stitches come off on day 14. Leave a margin after that as well, because the final shape appears only after 1–1.5 years. Show your relatives the 3D model, so that when the family sees the nose in its early stage nobody is surprised and everybody understands it is a stage, not the end result.

Cocoa country: timing surgery around the working year in Ondo

Ondo is the largest producer of cocoa products in its region, and yams, cassava, grain, tobacco and cotton fill out the trade of the town. Anyone whose income depends on the harvest, on buying and selling, or on supplying farmers knows that some weeks cannot be missed. Look at your own calendar and pick the weeks when someone you trust can cover your work, because the first days are for rest at home with breathing through the mouth and splints in the nostrils.

A trader who stands at a stall all day faces dust, sun and crowds, which a healing nose should avoid. Consider asking a relative to handle the stall until the splints are out on day 7, and think honestly about whether you can return before the cast and stitches come off on day 14. Someone who manages workers or buyers by phone may find the early days easier, since the online check-ups at 7 days, 3 and 6 months can be fitted around a working day.

Because Ondo is a trading centre, many patients are used to negotiating and comparing. Use that habit well: ask the coordinator to explain every step of the plan in writing, ask what is included in the follow-up support for 12 months, and keep the answers in one place. Free consultations with your surgeon for a year after surgery mean you can bring questions as they arise, without rushing.

Students and teachers: Ondo's schools and universities

Ondo has an unusual density of education.The town also hosts NIEPA Ondo, founded in 1992 as a sub-regional staff college for West Africa, Wesley University owned by the Methodist Church of Nigeria, Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo City Polytechnic founded in 2017, and John Bosco Institute of Technology. Ondo Boys' High School, founded in 1919, is counted among the 50 oldest schools in Africa, and the town has over 200 public and private schools. A large student and teaching population means many people in Ondo are in the 18 to 45 age range that suits rhinoplasty.

For a student, the first practical question is the academic calendar. Count the recovery stages: one day in hospital, splints out on day 7, cast and stitches off on day 14, swelling easing over 2–3 weeks. Schedule surgery so that this whole block falls outside examinations and practical assessments. A medical student has additional reasons to ask detailed questions, and the surgeon will gladly explain the plan and the 3D model in clear language.

Teachers and staff at colleges stand and speak for hours, and a slightly congested nose, which can last 1–1.5 months, may affect the voice and comfort in the classroom. Discuss with your employer a phased return. Because the final result takes 1–1.5 years, young people should also be patient with themselves when a classmate or colleague comments in the first weeks.

Ondo's public figures, football and the pressure of being looked at

Ondo has produced people who are widely seen: the musician King Sunny Adé, the Nollywood actress Omotola Jalade Ekeinde of Ondo descent, the media figure Mo Abudu, the royal portrait painter Chinwe Chukwuogo-Roy, and the footballer Godfrey Oboabona. A statue of Brigadier Samuel Ademulegun stands at the Ife Roundabout in the town. With such names around, young people in Ondo often grow up aware of faces, screens and photographs, and some come to a consultation with a picture of someone they admire. Bring it, but remember that a surgeon plans for your own anatomy, and the 3D model shows what is realistic for you.

For a person who plays football, as Oboabona did at international level, the early rule is simple: no ball and no contact until the surgeon allows it. Ask for a clear date at the check-ups instead of relying on how the nose feels. Teammates are friendly but careless, so tell your team why you are stepping out for a while.

Those who work in music, drama, events or media in Ondo may be photographed often. Choose a period without filming or performances, since the nose looks different in the first weeks while swelling is present. Rhinoplasty improves aesthetics and makes features more harmonious without loss of individuality, which is what most people in front of a camera really want.

Food culture and recovery

Food in Ondo is built on yam, cassava and grain, and the region is known for cocoa. Meals are shared, and hospitality matters. In the first days you breathe through the mouth, so choose soft, easy food while splints are in place. Follow the surgeon's instructions on diet and avoid very hot dishes if they make swelling feel worse.

Before surgery, remember the fasting rule: no food 6 hours before the operation, and the last food and any fluids at least 6 hours before the scheduled time. Tell relatives in advance, since in a house with a busy kitchen it is easy to be offered a snack out of kindness.

Alcohol and smoking must be given up a week ahead. Discuss this with those around you so they support the plan. Good hydration and balanced meals are general advice that can help you feel better during rest, but follow your surgeon on specific recommendations.

Can I have the first consultation from Ondo without leaving home?

Yes. The consultation is free and online. You write to a coordinator on Telegram or Telegram, and coordinators are available around the clock (24/7). The surgeon examines your photos and data and builds a 3D model of the expected result.

How long does rhinoplasty take?

Rhinoplasty is performed under general anaesthesia and, depending on complexity, takes 1.5 to 3 hours. Surgery is done in 1 day, and you stay one day in the clinic.

What age is best for rhinoplasty?

18 to 45 is the optimal age. By this age the nose has formed completely, while tissues still heal well. With medical indications, older patients can have surgery if their general health allows.

How should I prepare?

Preparation should begin 21 days before rhinoplasty. You will have 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.

When can I eat before the operation?

Eat light food the day before. Your last food and any fluids must be taken at least 6 hours before the scheduled time of the operation.

When are the splints and the cast removed?

The splints are removed on day 7. The aluminium nasal cast is worn for up to 14 days, and stitches are removed on day 14 together with the cast.

When will I breathe normally again?

In the days right after surgery, splints or swelling may partly block the nasal passages. You usually breathe fully again within 1–2 weeks, depending on your body and how extensive the surgery was. For 1–1.5 months you may feel slight congestion.

When will I see the final result?

First improvements show once swelling subsides (2–3 weeks), but the final result can be judged in 1–1.5 years, when tissues fully stabilise.

What follow-up do I get after surgery?

You follow a recovery programme with check-ups at 7 days, 3 and 6 months. Consultations with your surgeon stay free for a year after surgery, and follow-up support lasts 12 months.

Will the nose still look like mine?

Rhinoplasty improves aesthetics and makes facial features more harmonious, without loss of individuality. With 3D modelling you see the predicted result in advance and agree on changes with your surgeon.

Should I plan rhinoplasty around an Osemawe festival or a family ceremony in Ondo?

Yes, choose a quiet time. Preparation starts 21 days before surgery, splints come out on day 7, and the cast and stitches on day 14. Swelling eases over 2–3 weeks, and the final result appears after 1–1.5 years, so avoid timing surgery for a photograph taken soon after.

Can I wear Aso Oke headwear or a cap during recovery in Ondo?

Ask your surgeon before the operation. While the aluminium cast is worn, up to 14 days, and while the nose is swollen, anything pressing on the bridge should be approved by the surgeon first.

I am a student in Ondo. When is the best time for surgery?

Choose a stretch without examinations. Count one day in hospital, splints out on day 7, cast and stitches off on day 14, and 2–3 weeks for swelling to ease. Check-ups at 7 days, 3 and 6 months are online.

I trade at a market in Ondo. How should I plan my work?

Arrange cover for your stall at least until the splints are removed on day 7, and ideally until day 14. Avoid dust and crowds while the nose heals, and discuss your return to work with the surgeon.

Page medically reviewed by Marina T. Pershikova, rhinoplasty surgeon. Review date: .