Is a Rhinoplasty Painful?

During your rhinoplasty surgery, you will be administered twilight anesthesia by a board-certified anesthesiologist so you will be safe and comfortable. You will also be prescribed pain medication to help your healing process after discharge and make any pain manageable.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

After rhinoplasty, patients typically follow up with their surgeon the next day to remove any nasal packing. They then follow up a week after surgery to remove bandages, nasal splints, and/or stitches and monitor their initial recovery period. A lymphatic massage is included with the procedure to help reduce swelling and promote recovery. After your initial follow-up, you will be asked to return a few more times over the next few months. You will be informed of the next appointment at every appointment.

How Long Until I See Results?

Depending on the specific procedure, results can be seen soon after surgery. However, patients can expect their noses to continue changing for up to a year. Given the central importance of the nose in the facial profile, the procedure can be dramatic and challenging for some patients. Patients need to be patient and stable mentally and emotionally during this recovery period.

What Will the Scarring Look Like?

The incisions used for rhinoplasty are usually concealed inside your nose; scars are therefore not visible. When an external incision is necessary, it can be hidden in the crease where the nostril meets the cheek.

When Can I Exercise Again After My Rhinoplasty?

Patients are recommended to take it easy for four to six weeks after surgery. Any bouncing or high-impact physical activity can be detrimental to the healing of the nasal elements and interfere with the recovery and final results of the nose job.

Can I Combine a Rhinoplasty With Other Procedures?

Absolutely, you can! Many of our rhinoplasty patients in New York City will combine other plastic surgery procedures, such as a brow lift or a neck lift . However, we highly encourage that if you have a specific area of interest or aesthetic goal that you would like to achieve, please bring it up with your surgeon during your consultation so that they can offer their expert suggestions on if and what procedures to combine with your rhinoplasty.

What Are the Risks Associated With a Rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasties come with potential risks, and patients should take the time to learn about them. Some are listed below: Anesthesia risks Bleeding Difficulty breathing Infection Nasal septal perforation (a hole in the nasal septum) is rare. Numbness Poor wound healing or scarring Possibility of a revisional rhinoplasty Scarring Skin discoloration and swelling If you do have any long-lasting or unexpected side effects during your recovery, please contact us immediately.

Will My Insurance Cover My Rhinoplasty Surgery?

Insurance may cover rhinoplasty if it’s performed for medical reasons, such as to correct a breathing or sinus issue. Our staff will submit the appropriate documentation to your insurance company on your behalf to assist in this determination, detailing your symptoms and outlining the surgical plan.

How Do I Find the Best New York City Rhinoplasty Plastic Surgeon Near Me?

Patients are recommended to do their research on the best board-certified plastic surgeons in the New York area, reading not only their educational qualifications, research qualifications, and hospital affiliations but also their patient reviews, bedside manner, and experience level. Lastly, patients should schedule a consultation with the surgeon to see how they feel in person. Ultimately, it is always a patient’s choice to engage with a procedure and/or surgeon, and they are encouraged to spend time before making a choice.

Rhinoplasty

New York, NY

Introduction to Rhinoplasty

The nose is an extension of the face—the first thing one sees but not the first thing one should notice. This can be corrected if your nose is out of proportion to your mid-face. If you see your nose as too large or too wide, or if you’re just not happy with its appearance, you may be a candidate for rhinoplasty (plastic surgery of the nose). In addition, your nose may be crooked, or you may find breathing difficult through one or both nostrils difficult. Nasal reconstructive surgery is frequently beneficial for these conditions.

A rhinoplasty, more commonly known as a “nose job,” is a cosmetic procedure that aims at altering the nasal elements consisting of the bone, cartilage, and/or skin to achieve aesthetic or functional changes in the nose. Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin’s practice offers rhinoplasty in New York City. Please continue reading below if you are a potential candidate for this surgery.

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What is a Rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty, more colloquially as a “nose job,” is a plastic surgery procedure that alters the nose’s shape for aesthetic or functional breathing reasons. The nasal elements consist of the upper bone area, the lower cartilage area, and the nasal skin. A rhinoplasty can alter a combination of these three elements to achieve the patient’s goals.

Types of Rhinoplasty

Cosmetic

This type of rhinoplasty refines the contour and appearance of the nose and often includes reducing a prominent nasal “bump” or “hump,” reducing enlarged nostrils, or narrowing a wide nose. Cosmetic rhinoplasty can be performed via a scarless “closed” approach, with incisions hidden inside the nose, or an “open” approach with an incision on the outside of the nose. Dr. Copeland and Dr. Copeland-Halperin use a scarless “closed” technique.

Functional

As the name suggests, this type of rhinoplasty enhances nasal breathing and boosts overall health. It can involve fixing a deviated septum and clearing the nasal breathing pathways.

Revisional

This is a procedure to fix a previous rhinoplasty. It is more complicated because surgeons are now dealing with compromised nasal elements from previous surgeries.

Liquid Rhinoplasty

A liquid rhinoplasty, or nonsurgical rhinoplasty, is a rhinoplasty in which dermal fillers are injected into the nose to alter its shape. It is used by those who want a noninvasive way to alter the shape of their nose. This technique also comes with quick results, low downtime, and is more affordable. However, results are not as long-lasting as a surgical rhinoplasty.

What Are the Benefits of a Rhinoplasty?

Our patients who have received a rhinoplasty in the New York City area have enjoyed long-lasting benefits and a boost in their self-confidence. Other benefits are listed below:

Address a crooked nose
Alter the nasal bridge
Alter nasal size
Refine the nasal tip
Refine the nostril shape
Improve facial harmony
Correct a deviated septum
Improve breathing

Who Are the Best Candidates for a Rhinoplasty?

Both Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin are highly trained and experienced in facial enhancement procedures such as rhinoplasty. Here are some other characteristics of ideal patients :

Maintain realistic expectations
Bothered by nasal shape or function
Breathing issues due to a deviated septum
Controlled alcohol intake
No underlying medical conditions
Non-smokers

Your Rhinoplasty Surgery journey

What’s the First Step?

The first step in getting a rhinoplasty in the greater New York area is to schedule a consultation at the practice of Dr. Copeland and Dr. Copeland-Halperin.

During the appointment, your surgeon will ask you in detail about your medical history, aesthetic and functional goals, concerns, and expectations. During your consultation, your nasal structures and passages and the size and shape of your nose will be examined. Because it is important to understand your needs and expectations clearly, computer imaging will facilitate an educated and comfortable decision about surgery.

They will also outline the varying types of rhinoplasties and provide an associated risk-benefit analysis of each so that you can make the best decision for your profile.

If you decide to move forward, they will create a treatment plan with you that you can share with our expert team for scheduling, pricing options, and pre-operative instructions.

What to Expect on the Day of Rhinoplasty Surgery

On the day of your rhinoplasty, our surgical team will welcome you and settle you in the pre-operative room. Your surgeon will review your treatment plan again in case of any final questions and/or concerns, and she will mark the target areas. You will then be taken to our fully-accredited operating room, where a board-certified anesthesiologist will administer twilight anesthesia for your safety and comfort.

Once the anesthesia has taken effect, your surgeon will make the incisions based on the technique being used. Dr. Copeland and Dr. Copeland-Halperin perform a closed rhinoplasty through the nostrils with no external scars. Your surgeon will then refine the nasal structures based on the surgical plan. Once the surgery is done, the incisions are closed with sutures and packing, and/or a nasal splint is placed.

On average, a rhinoplasty can take anywhere from 1 to 3 hours.

Your guide to post-Rhinoplasty Surgery care

Rhinoplasty Recovery

Walking is encouraged after surgery; however, more vigorous activity is restricted to minimize bleeding and swelling. Most bruising and discoloration disappear within a week; the rest can be concealed with makeup after a few days. You will return to the office the day after your procedure and again one week later to monitor your progress. Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin incorporate lymphatic massage during recovery to help promote a speedy recovery with minimal downtime. Our lymphatic massages are administered by licensed massage therapists who have specialized training in lymphatic drainage therapy for post-operative patients. This lymphatic massage is included in the cost of the surgical plan.

Residual swelling can be expected to remain for several weeks, but this is usually not noticeable by others. Strenuous physical activity and contact sports should be avoided for four to six weeks to allow complete healing to take place.

How Much Does a Rhinoplasty Cost in New York City, NY?

The cost of a rhinoplasty in New York City can vary depending on the conditions that will be treated, the type of techniques being used, the operating room and anesthesia fees, and various other factors. The best way to arrive at a final cost is to schedule a consultation at the practice of Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin to get a treatment plan and a detailed, written quote.

Why Choose Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin?

The practice of Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin should be your go-to for your rhinoplasty. In addition to their medical accomplishments, they are known for their empathy and kindness towards their patients as they deliver their expertise in sculpting your aesthetics.
Dr. Michelle Copeland is the first woman plastic surgeon with a Harvard doctorate in Medicine and Dentistry and has published numerous articles and presented her techniques internationally. She is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and an attending surgeon at the Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin is a double board-certified plastic surgeon and has a wealth of experience, including advanced training in microsurgery at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital with a focus on breast reconstruction. She brings a humanistic dimension to plastic surgery and enjoys helping patients achieve their cosmetic, aesthetic, and reconstructive goals through a combination of surgical and non-surgical techniques. In addition to seeing patients at 1001 Fifth Avenue, Dr. Copeland-Halperin also operates at Lenox Hill Hospital and Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital, affiliates of Northwell Health, where she is involved in teaching residents.

Rhinoplasty FAQ’S

After rhinoplasty, patients typically follow up with their surgeon the next day to remove any nasal packing. They then follow up a week after surgery to remove bandages, nasal splints, and/or stitches and monitor their initial recovery period. A lymphatic massage is included with the procedure to help reduce swelling and promote recovery.

After your initial follow-up, you will be asked to return a few more times over the next few months. You will be informed of the next appointment at every appointment.
Depending on the specific procedure, results can be seen soon after surgery. However, patients can expect their noses to continue changing for up to a year. Given the central importance of the nose in the facial profile, the procedure can be dramatic and challenging for some patients.
Patients need to be patient and stable mentally and emotionally during this recovery period.
Absolutely, you can! Many of our rhinoplasty patients in New York City will combine other plastic surgery procedures, such as a brow lift or a neck lift. However, we highly encourage that if you have a specific area of interest or aesthetic goal that you would like to achieve, please bring it up with your surgeon during your consultation so that they can offer their expert suggestions on if and what procedures to combine with your rhinoplasty.
Rhinoplasties come with potential risks, and patients should take the time to learn about them. Some are listed below:
- Anesthesia risks
- Bleeding
- Difficulty breathing
- Infection
- Nasal septal perforation (a hole in the nasal
- septum) is rare.
- Numbness
- Poor wound healing or scarring
- Possibility of a revisional rhinoplasty
- Scarring
  Skin discoloration and swelling
If you do have any long-lasting or unexpected side effects during your recovery, please contact us immediately.
Patients are recommended to do their research on the best board-certified plastic surgeons in the New York area, reading not only their educational qualifications, research qualifications, and hospital affiliations but also their patient reviews, bedside manner, and experience level. Lastly, patients should schedule a consultation with the surgeon to see how they feel in person. Ultimately, it is always a patient’s choice to engage with a procedure and/or surgeon, and they are encouraged to spend time before making a choice.

What Our Patients Are Saying

“Changed my life!”

Dr. Copeland changed my life. I got a closed rhinoplasty that included straightening the nose (quite a bit), removing a bump, refining the tip, and shortening the nostrils. The whole process of surgery and recovery (1 week) was smooth and I am so so happy with the results. My breathing has dramatically improved and for the first time I can remember, I like how I look. Don’t worry, I still look like myself, the change is natural. But I just don’t have to be self-conscious about my nose ever again. Phew! I have to say it again: Dr. Copeland changed my life!

“Incomparable”

Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin is an asset not just to the field of plastic surgery but to the entire medical field. Her compassion and bedside manner are incomparable. I recently had an accidental traumatic injury to my face causing my nose and other facial bones to be fractured. Dr. Copeland-Halperin was the first person I contacted after my family. She made sure to see me as soon as possible and “gave me back” my nose! Whether you have an injury, an illness, and/or want a cosmetic procedure, I highly recommend Dr. Copeland-Halperin. She is a trustworthy gem among stones.

“Extremely attentive”

I would highly recommend Dr. Copeland. I had a wonderful experience throughout my entire surgery. The staff is very welcome and made me feel comfortable before and after surgery. Dr. Copeland and her staff were extremely attentive and made the entire process seamless. I absolutely love my results and would highly recommend Dr. Copeland!

“The nose I should’ve had naturally”

I just wanted to drop you all a line to let you know how much I love my new nose.
Dr. Copeland was right, if its natural no one will notice. I came back to the office after 13 days and didn’t have a single stare in my direction. As Dr. Copeland said, “It just fits”, the bump is gone and the end is a little more refined, and it seems like the nose I should’ve had naturally. Thanks for the continued support and great results.

Schedule Your Consultation

If you are looking for a nose job for aesthetic and/or functional reasons, consider learning more about rhinoplasty in NYC at the practice of Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin. To schedule your initial consultation, please contact our office or use our website to fill out a consultation request form.