Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) in Riga
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
At City Medical Centre, rhinoplasty is $4,200 instead of $6,000. Every item below comes included, covering the surgeon's work, check-up visits and dressings.
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
Your facial proportions are assessed, a 3D model of the future nose is shown and a personal plan is drawn up
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 handled by a surgical team in an operating room belonging to the clinic — with an anaesthetist and uninterrupted monitoring.
Real footage from the City Medical Centre 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 assesses your nose, discusses your wishes and runs the necessary checks to choose the best correction method
Pre-surgery check-up
Before the operation a full lab panel is required: complete blood count, biochemistry, coagulation panel, chest X-ray, sinus X-ray
The surgery
The surgeon performs rhinoplasty with the chosen method under general or local anaesthesia, reshaping the nose
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 — TIVA, i.e. intravenous anaesthesia, or classic general anaesthesia, as complexity requires
- Access — open (a columella incision on the outside) or closed (all incisions placed inside the nose), at the surgeon's choice
- Bone and cartilage work — performed using an ultrasonic piezo device, minimising trauma to tissue and vessels
- Forming the new nose — the surgeon removes excess tissue or adds a graft and reshapes the bridge, tip, nostrils or septum
- Sutures — suture material used is atraumatic, self-absorbing or cosmetic
- Fixation — to stabilise the shape, packing and an external splint are placed
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 comes a recovery course — relief of swelling, monitoring of your nose and care tips. Full healing takes about 4 months on average, and you see the first results after two weeks
Post-op check-ups
Our plastic surgeon provides a free post-op consultation until the end of the year. At the check-up, the rhinoplasty result is evaluated, recovery is monitored and all your questions are answered
Consultation and nose modelling
The doctor assesses your nose, discusses your wishes and runs the necessary checks to choose the best correction method
Pre-surgery check-up
Before the operation a full lab panel is required: complete blood count, biochemistry, coagulation panel, chest X-ray, sinus X-ray
The surgery
The surgeon performs rhinoplasty with the chosen method under general or local anaesthesia, reshaping the nose
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 — TIVA, i.e. intravenous anaesthesia, or classic general anaesthesia, as complexity requires
- Access — open (a columella incision on the outside) or closed (all incisions placed inside the nose), at the surgeon's choice
- Bone and cartilage work — performed using an ultrasonic piezo device, minimising trauma to tissue and vessels
- Forming the new nose — the surgeon removes excess tissue or adds a graft and reshapes the bridge, tip, nostrils or septum
- Sutures — suture material used is atraumatic, self-absorbing or cosmetic
- Fixation — to stabilise the shape, packing and an external splint are placed
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 comes a recovery course — relief of swelling, monitoring of your nose and care tips. Full healing takes about 4 months on average, and you see the first results after two weeks
Post-op check-ups
Our plastic surgeon provides a free post-op consultation until the end of the year. At the check-up, the rhinoplasty result is evaluated, recovery is monitored and all your questions are answered
A surgeon you can trust
An experienced plastic surgeon who puts patients' beauty and health first
Dmitry S. Kuznetsov
Plastic surgeon
- Plastic surgery residency at 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 consult a clinic doctor if you have any chronic 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
For you, we'll find the most effective approach and deliver an excellent result.
Closed rhinoplasty
Done through internal incisions in the nose — no visible scars.
Open rhinoplasty
Involves a small columella incision that gives the surgeon improved control over 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
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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
Preparing 21 days before rhinoplasty is key to a successful surgery. At your first visit, our plastic surgeon will hand you a list of tests.
Complete blood count (including ESR, differential, platelets)
Urinalysis
Tests for HIV, HBsAg, anti-HCV and Treponema pallidum antibodies
Blood type and Rh factor
Biochemistry panel (total protein, urea, uric acid, creatinine, glucose, bilirubin — total, direct, indirect — ALT, AST, K, Na, Cl, cholesterol)
Clotting 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
- Avoid cosmetic treatments that damage the skin: scrubs, peels, etc.
Important!
- Each test must be on a separate form
- The facility's stamp and doctor's signature are required
- Ahead of your hospital stay, buy class 2 compression stockings
- At least 6 hours before the scheduled time on the day of surgery, stop all food and drink
- If you have a chronic condition or are regularly monitored by a specialist, get their clearance for elective 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
- After rhinoplasty the patient is kept under observation in the inpatient unit for the first 24 hours
- Days 1–3: breathing is through the mouth, with splints in the nostrils
- Expect swelling; nasal congestion and bruising may develop
- Day 7: splints come out. The aluminium splint stays up to 14 days; stitches come out on day 14 with the splint
- No bending over, touching your nose or wearing glasses
Middle phase
- Swelling recedes gradually; the tip and bridge may still look swollen
- A month off exercise, bathhouse, sauna, pool, hot baths and the 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 you may feel mild congestion
- The nose takes its final shape in 1–1.5 years
- Keep seeing your surgeon during this time
Early phase
- After rhinoplasty the patient is kept under observation in the inpatient unit for the first 24 hours
- Days 1–3: breathing is through the mouth, with splints in the nostrils
- Expect swelling; nasal congestion and bruising may develop
- Day 7: splints come out. The aluminium splint stays up to 14 days; stitches come out on day 14 with the splint
- No bending over, touching your nose or wearing glasses
Middle phase
- Swelling recedes gradually; the tip and bridge may still look swollen
- A month off exercise, bathhouse, sauna, pool, hot baths and the 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 you may feel mild congestion
- The nose takes its final shape in 1–1.5 yearsKeep seeing your surgeon 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
To accelerate recovery and get the ideal outcome after rhinoplasty, we advise
- 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
Even though rhinoplasty is one of the most sought-after and established aesthetic procedures, it involves certain risks like every surgery. That is why our clinic provides thorough preparation before surgery and monitoring afterwards to minimise complications.
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
A possibility with excessive 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. Includes tests, CT, ECG, exams by the surgeon and anaesthetist.
- Follow the recovery regime. Don't touch your nose or remove the dressing on your own; avoid sport, sun, alcohol and tobacco.
- Antibiotic prophylaxis. Prescribed when indicated to prevent infection.
- Follow-up visits. Regular surgeon check-ups identify minor deviations early and correct them.
- Mental preparedness. The patient should realise the final outcome appears in 1–1.5 years.
Important: should breathing become difficult or you have severe pain, high fever or shape changes after rhinoplasty, call your doctor at once.
Rhinoplasty at City Medical Centre is performed under constant medical supervision, with modern technology and safe materials, reducing 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. Includes tests, CT, ECG, exams by the surgeon and anaesthetist.
- Follow the recovery regime. Don't touch your nose or remove the dressing on your own; avoid sport, sun, alcohol and tobacco.
- Antibiotic prophylaxis. Prescribed when indicated to prevent infection.
- Follow-up visits. Regular surgeon check-ups identify minor deviations early and correct them.
- Mental preparedness. The patient should realise the final outcome appears in 1–1.5 years.
Important: should breathing become difficult or you have severe pain, high fever or shape changes after rhinoplasty, call your doctor at once.
Rhinoplasty at City Medical Centre is performed under constant medical supervision, with modern technology and safe materials, reducing the risk of complications.
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Rhinoplasty — prices
We offer the first consultation free. The exact cost is confirmed by the surgeon after an examination.
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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?
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 aimed at changing the look of the nose (an aesthetic goal) and improving its function where breathing is impaired.
Septoplasty — surgical septum correction aimed at normal breathing, while the outer contour of the nose is not changed.
Frequently both surgeries are done at once, especially for a patient with a deviated septum and aesthetic concerns. That way the look is harmonious and full breathing returns. At City Medical Centre . we perform rhinoseptoplasty — a combined surgery that solves both tasks at once
What are the risks of rhinoplasty?
Like all surgery, this one may cause swelling, bruising, infection, bleeding, temporary breathing issues and minor asymmetry. City Medical Centre keeps risks low using modern techniques, anaesthesia and equipment, as well as post-op monitoring and recovery therapy
When will I see the result?
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
Can I breathe through my nose after surgery?
Early after surgery the nasal passages may be partially blocked by splints or swelling. Full breathing typically comes back within 1–2 weeks, depending on the extent of surgery and your body
Will there be visible scars?
Closed rhinoplasty places the incisions inside, leaving no external scars. After open rhinoplasty there is a barely noticeable scar on the columella (the bridge between the nostrils), and it almost completely fades over time. Our doctors apply microsurgical techniques and high-quality sutures to minimise scars
How much will rhinoplasty change my appearance?
Rhinoplasty makes facial features more harmonious and improves aesthetics without losing individuality. With 3D modelling you can see the predicted result in advance and agree on the changes with your surgeon
Rhinoplasty cost at City Medical Centre?
Rhinoplasty at City Medical Centre is $4,200 instead of $6,000 under the current discount. The initial 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 surgery under general anaesthesia, one day in the inpatient unit, medical monitoring and a free follow-up check-up. The result comes with a lifetime guarantee from the clinic.
How much is a consultation?
The initial consultation at City Medical Centre is free of charge: the doctor examines your nose, reviews facial proportions and quotes the exact cost.
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Rhinoplasty: the art of harmony and function
Rhinoplasty (nose job) —
one of the most delicate and popular plastic surgeries, aimed at reshaping the nose in line with the individual proportions of the nose and the whole face. Modern rhinoplasty is not just a surgery to change how the nose looks, but complex surgical work to achieve an aesthetic ideal without harming health.
What is rhinoplasty, or nose reshaping surgery?
At its heart, rhinoplasty is a comprehensive solution. It deals with both congenital and acquired deformities of the nose, including those after a nasal injury. A dorsal hump or a nose that is too wide are frequent concerns for patients. Correction can also be aimed at the nasal tip (tip rhinoplasty) or the nostrils (alar rhinoplasty). The surgery plan is individual for every patient and reflects 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.
Based on your goals, the surgeon decides on the technique. For instance, an upturned nose correction or complex reshaping of the nasal bones and bridge often needs 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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Nose reshaping in Riga: a practical guide
Modern nose surgery is more than a cosmetic change: it is complex work aimed at an aesthetic result without harming health. For those in Riga 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.
Safety depends on each step. Full diagnostics include tests, CT, ECG and exams by the surgeon and anaesthetist. After surgery, do not remove dressings or splints yourself, press on your nose, wear glasses or sleep face down. Regular follow-up visits catch small deviations early. People from Riga are advised to contact the doctor right away in case of severe pain, fever or breathing difficulty.
If you are comparing rhinoplasty prices in Riga, look at what is included. Here $4,200 is the full figure for the operation with follow-up visits, dressings, inpatient stay and coordinator support, plus a lifetime guarantee on the result. Apply before the end of the year and the consultation is on the clinic. Fill in the short form to get started.
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