Rhinoplasty
Open and Closed Rhinoplasty in Oslo
A custom approach with 3D simulation of the result and modern techniques for natural, confident beauty
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.
Open and closed rhinoplasty, tip correction and septorhinoplasty — every type of surgery falls under this price. The first consultation is free; the surgeon states the exact cost after a personal exam.
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
Rhinoplasty is done by a team of surgeons in our clinic's operating room — an anaesthetist is present and the patient is monitored throughout.
Shot in the City Medical Centre operating room — no staging.
Your path to the perfect nose: from dream to reality
A complete guide from first consultation to recovery
Consultation and nose modelling
To choose the best correction method, the doctor assesses your nose, discusses your wishes and carries out the necessary checks
Pre-surgery check-up
Full lab tests are required ahead of surgery: a complete blood count, biochemistry, a coagulation panel, and chest and sinus X-rays
The surgery
The surgeon reshapes the nose with the chosen technique, working under general or local anaesthesia
Step-by-step surgical process
Rhinoplasty begins with an individual consultation, 3D modelling of the nose and an evaluation of the septum and breathing. Once pre-op preparation is complete — tests, a CT scan and specialist consultations — the patient proceeds to surgery.
- Anaesthesia — either TIVA (intravenous anaesthesia) or traditional general anaesthesia, per complexity
- Access — open (a columella incision on the outside) or closed (all incisions placed inside the nose), at the surgeon's choice
- Bone and cartilage correction — the ultrasonic piezo device keeps tissue and vessel trauma to a minimum
- Forming the new nose — the surgeon removes excess tissue or adds a graft and reshapes the bridge, tip, nostrils or septum
- Sutures — atraumatic, absorbable or cosmetic suture material is chosen
- Fixation — to stabilise the shape, packing and an external splint are placed
Inpatient stay
Procedures are carried out in the clinic's inpatient unit. Following surgery, you stay one day there
Recovery period
A recovery course follows surgery, covering swelling relief, monitoring of the nose and care guidance. Healing is usually complete in about 4 months, with first visible results after two weeks
Post-op check-ups
Until year-end, our plastic surgeon offers a free post-op consultation. The doctor evaluates your rhinoplasty result at the check-up, monitors how recovery is going and answers all your questions
Consultation and nose modelling
To choose the best correction method, the doctor assesses your nose, discusses your wishes and carries out the necessary checks
Pre-surgery check-up
Full lab tests are required ahead of surgery: a complete blood count, biochemistry, a coagulation panel, and chest and sinus X-rays
The surgery
The surgeon reshapes the nose with the chosen technique, working under general or local anaesthesia
Step-by-step surgical process
It all begins with a personal consultation, 3D or 4D modelling of the nose and an assessment of the septum and how you breathe. After preparation for surgery — tests, a CT scan and consultations with specialists — the operation takes place.
- Anaesthesia — either TIVA (intravenous anaesthesia) or traditional general anaesthesia, per complexity
- Access — open (a columella incision on the outside) or closed (all incisions placed inside the nose), at the surgeon's choice
- Bone and cartilage correction — the ultrasonic piezo device keeps tissue and vessel trauma to a minimum
- Forming the new nose — the surgeon removes excess tissue or adds a graft and reshapes the bridge, tip, nostrils or septum
- Sutures — atraumatic, absorbable or cosmetic suture material is chosen
- Fixation — to stabilise the shape, packing and an external splint are placed
Inpatient stay
Procedures are carried out in the clinic's inpatient unit. Following surgery, you stay one day there
Recovery period
A recovery course follows surgery, covering swelling relief, monitoring of the nose and care guidance. Healing is usually complete in about 4 months, with first visible results after two weeks
Post-op check-ups
Until year-end, our plastic surgeon offers a free post-op consultation. The doctor evaluates your rhinoplasty result at the check-up, monitors how recovery is going and answers all your questions
A surgeon you can trust
An experienced plastic surgeon who puts patients' beauty and health first
Dmitry S. Kuznetsov
Plastic surgeon
- Petrovsky National Research Centre of Surgery, 2024 — residency in plastic surgery
- 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
We will work out the most effective solution for you and bring an excellent result.
Closed rhinoplasty
All incisions are inside the nose, with no scars left visible.
Open rhinoplasty
Involves a small incision on the columella, giving the surgeon better control over the shape.
Septorhinoplasty
One combined surgery to fix the septum and reshape the nose's appearance
Revision rhinoplasty
A follow-up correction after an unsuccessful or partly successful operation.
Book a consultation
Call or message us —
our coordinator will contact you shortly
and book your consultation
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.
Complete blood count plus ESR, differential and platelet count
Urinalysis
Infection checks — HIV, HBsAg, anti-HCV, Treponema pallidum antibodies
Blood type and Rh factor
Blood chemistry (total protein; urea; uric acid; creatinine; glucose; bilirubin: total, direct, indirect; ALT; AST; K; Na; Cl; cholesterol)
Coagulation tests (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
- Cut foods that cause swelling: salty, fatty, fried and spicy food; stop medications that affect blood clotting (agree this 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
- Get class 2 compression stockings ahead of time for your hospital stay
- On the day of your surgery, finish eating and drinking at least 6 hours ahead of the scheduled time
- Chronic conditions or regular specialist follow-up mean you need a specialist's sign-off for planned surgery under general anaesthesia
Recovery after rhinoplasty: stages and advice
The recovery period after nose surgery is as important as the surgery. Correct recovery shapes how aesthetic and balanced the final result turns out. City Medical Centre monitors recovery closely and divides it into three phases: early, middle and late
Early phase
- During the first 24 hours after rhinoplasty, the patient is observed in the inpatient unit
- Days 1–3: breathing through the mouth; splints remain in the nostrils
- Swelling is present; nasal congestion and bruises can appear
- Day 7: the splints are taken out. The aluminium splint stays up to 14 days, with stitches removed alongside it on day 14
- No bending over, touching your nose or wearing glasses
Middle phase
- Swelling slowly goes down, though the tip and bridge may remain 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
- Mild nasal congestion may remain for 1–1.5 months post-surgery
- The nose takes its final shape in 1–1.5 years
- Keep seeing your surgeon during this time
Early phase
- During the first 24 hours after rhinoplasty, the patient is observed in the inpatient unit
- Days 1–3: breathing through the mouth; splints remain in the nostrils
- Swelling is present; nasal congestion and bruises can appear
- Day 7: the splints are taken out. The aluminium splint stays up to 14 days, with stitches removed alongside it on day 14
- No bending over, touching your nose or wearing glasses
Middle phase
- Swelling slowly goes down, though the tip and bridge may remain 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
- Mild nasal congestion may remain for 1–1.5 months post-surgery
- The final nasal shape takes 1–1.5 years to formContinue your surgeon visits during 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
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
Popular and well-established as nose surgery is among aesthetic procedures, it still carries certain risks, like any surgery. Our clinic keeps the chance of complications after rhinoplasty to a minimum with 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 occur during the first days, especially if the rules are not kept
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. Skill and experience of the doctor are crucial for safe rhinoplasty.
- Full diagnostics before surgery. Includes tests, CT, ECG, exams by the surgeon and anaesthetist.
- Follow the recovery regime. Don't remove the dressing on your own and keep off your nose; no sport, sun, alcohol or cigarettes.
- Antibiotic prophylaxis. Prescribed when indicated to prevent infection.
- Follow-up visits. By visiting the surgeon regularly, small deviations are caught and fixed early.
- Emotional readiness. The patient should accept that the final result emerges 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 carried out with modern technology, safe materials and ongoing medical supervision to minimise the risk of complications.
How to avoid complications after rhinoplasty?
- Choose an experienced surgeon. Skill and experience of the doctor are crucial for safe rhinoplasty.
- Full diagnostics before surgery. Includes tests, CT, ECG, exams by the surgeon and anaesthetist.
- Follow the recovery regime. Don't remove the dressing on your own and keep off your nose; no sport, sun, alcohol or cigarettes.
- Antibiotic prophylaxis. Prescribed when indicated to prevent infection.
- Follow-up visits. By visiting the surgeon regularly, small deviations are caught and fixed early.
- Emotional readiness. The patient should accept that the final result emerges 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 carried out with modern technology, safe materials and ongoing medical supervision to minimise the risk of complications.
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Rhinoplasty — prices
Your first consultation is free. At the consultation, the surgeon confirms the exact cost after an exam.
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Rhinoplasty:
frequently asked questions
When is the best time for rhinoplasty?
The optimal age is 18 to 45. By then the nose is fully formed and tissues still heal well. With medical indications, surgery can be done at an older age if your general health allows
How do I prepare for rhinoplasty?
Preparation includes consultations with the plastic surgeon, lab tests (CBC, biochemistry, coagulation, infection tests), ECG, chest X-ray, and an X-ray or CT of the nose. A week before surgery stop anticoagulants, alcohol and smoking. The day before — light meals; fast 6 hours before surgery
Rhinoplasty vs septoplasty: what's the difference?
Rhinoplasty — an operation to alter the nose's appearance (an aesthetic goal) and improve its function when breathing is impaired.
Septoplasty — surgery to correct the nasal septum and restore normal breathing, keeping the nose's external contour intact.
The two surgeries are often combined, notably when a deviated septum coexists with aesthetic concerns. This delivers a harmonious look and restores full breathing. At City Medical Centre . we do rhinoseptoplasty — a combined surgery that tackles both tasks at the same time
What are the risks of rhinoplasty?
As with every surgery, there may be swelling, bruising, infection, bleeding, temporary trouble breathing and minor asymmetry. City Medical Centre uses up-to-date techniques, anaesthesia and equipment to reduce risks, together with post-op monitoring and recovery therapy
When will I see the result?
When swelling goes down (2–3 weeks), first improvements are visible; the final rhinoplasty result can be evaluated in 1–1.5 years, after full tissue stabilisation
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?
Closed rhinoplasty means internal incisions and therefore no external scars. Open rhinoplasty leaves a scar on the columella (the bridge between the nostrils) that is barely visible and fades almost completely over time. To keep scars minimal, our doctors use microsurgical techniques and quality sutures
How much will rhinoplasty change my appearance?
Rhinoplasty brings more harmony to facial features and improves aesthetics while keeping your individuality. 3D modelling lets you see the predicted result beforehand and agree on changes with your surgeon
Rhinoplasty cost at City Medical Centre?
Under the current discount, rhinoplasty at City Medical Centre costs $4,200 instead of $6,000. We offer the first consultation free.
What does the rhinoplasty price depend on?
The price depends on how extensive the surgery is and is determined at the consultation: the doctor states the exact price after examining your nose and facial proportions.
What does the rhinoplasty price include?
Surgery under general anaesthesia, one day in the inpatient unit, monitoring by a doctor, a free check-up post-surgery. The clinic backs the result with a lifetime guarantee.
How much is a consultation?
Your first visit to City Medical Centre for a consultation is free. The doctor examines your nose and facial proportions and names the exact surgery price.
Book a consultation
Call or message us —
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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?
Rhinoplasty is a comprehensive solution by nature. It corrects nasal deformities, whether congenital or acquired, e.g. after a nasal injury. Patients are frequently unhappy with a dorsal hump or an overly wide nose. The nasal tip (tip rhinoplasty) or the nostrils (alar rhinoplasty) can be the focus of correction too. Every patient gets a surgery plan created individually, considering all features of the 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.
The surgeon picks the technique to match your goals. Say, correcting an upturned nose or complex remodelling of the nasal bones and bridge frequently requires the open approach.
Recovery and results
Once surgery is over, the nose needs care. It gets an aluminium splint on the outside and special silicone splints within. For the first days nasal function is limited, though it comes back quickly. The final rhinoplasty result is assessed in 1–1.5 years, when the swelling fully subsides.
Why trust the professionals?
Deciding on rhinoplasty is a big step. A well-performed rhinoplasty gives a new nose that blends perfectly with your features and works flawlessly. At the consultation, the surgeon examines each parameter in detail — nose size, tip projection, the septum and nasal lining. We use 3D modelling to show your future nasal proportions before the surgery is performed.
Looking up rhinoplasty photos online is only a start. Book a consultation to discuss what modern rhinoplasty can and cannot do for you. We specialise in reshaping the nose and correcting external nasal deformities.
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Everything about rhinoplasty for Oslo patients
A nose that fits the face changes the whole impression while keeping you recognisable. That is the principle behind rhinoplasty: correcting the hump, width, tip or nostrils in line with facial proportions. People in Oslo who browse before-and-after photos online should instead discuss at a consultation what modern rhinoplasty can and cannot do in their specific case.
Preparation begins about 21 days before surgery, when the plastic surgeon hands over the list of tests. Three to five days before, stop smoking and alcohol, cut salty, fatty and spicy foods and avoid peels or scrubs. On the day itself, the last food and drink should be at least six hours before the operation. This routine is the same for every Oslo patient.
Nothing about the price is hidden. For $4,200, residents of Oslo 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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