Rhinoplasty
The nose literally is the centrepiece of the face. The nasal shape and form defines a person’s facial features, yet the most well-balanced nose disappears, and blends almost seamlessly with the face. The nose is important both cosmetically and functionally (breathing, snoring, sinus function, smell, holding glasses, and so forth). An aesthetically pleasing nose imbues a sense of self confidence, and attractiveness, setting the stage for daily interactions, and being included in photographs.
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A disproportionate nose can occur due to congenital or genetic reasons (passed down in your family – “I have my father’s nose”, cleft lip and palate), or from trauma, poor facial support, masses or other injury. Asian versus Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and African noses can all be quite different, and “ethnic rhinoplasty” refers to addressing these differences, with a variable amount of preservation of natural features.
Rhinoplasty (commonly known as a “nose job”) is a functional and facial aesthetic / cosmetic procedure that improves nasal breathing and enhances the appearance and balance of the nose. Nasal surgery can open passages and remove blockages that lead to snoring and trouble breathing during exertion, exercise, and walking up stairs.
The appearance of the nose is central to the face and a person’s identity. Smoothing, straightening, and making the nasal components smaller or bigger and more symmetric are common goals with rhinoplasty and nasal surgery. Conditions treated include: cosmetic rhinoplasty, septal deviation, cleft rhinoplasty, ethnic rhinoplasty, gender affirming rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, reconstructive, nasal obstruction, turbinate ablation, spreader grafts, internal valve correction, external valve correction, crooked nose, twisted nose, dorsal hump, nasal hump, saddle nose, post-traumatic deformity, or purely for appearance / aesthetics.
Regardless of the reason one seeks a nose job, rhinoplasty in Dr.Steinbacher’s hands is intended to maintain or improve breathing while creating a balanced, proportional, natural-appearing, and aesthetically attractive nose.
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Dr. Steinbacher’s expertise
Rhinoplasty is widely regarded as one of the most difficult procedures in plastic and cosmetic surgery. Dr. Steinbacher has written and published extensively on rhinoplasty, including representation of 3D results, graft types and nasal changes with time, enhancing and speeding a quick recovery, and many other topics. He is a member of “The Rhinoplasty Society”, a national and international select group dedicated to clinical application, research, and pursuit of rhinoplasty.
Dr. Steinbacher is involved and has presented his results on numerous occasions at the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and American Society of Plastic Surgeons Rhinoplasty symposia. He is a frequently invited presenter at a number of rhinoplasty venues, and as a visiting professor on rhinoplasty and facial aesthetics. Dr. Steinbacher uses his aesthetic eye and artistic judgment, together with meticulous technical skills and attention to detail to give you the best rhinoplasty results in line with mutual goals and objectives.
Revision rhinoplasty is also an area of principle focus for Dr. Steinbacher. In these challenging cases, the primary (or original rhinoplasty) did not produce the desired result, due to healing issues, or created deformities from issues with cartilage removal or addition, scar contracture or other reasons. At your consultation, we will discuss your goals and objectives, perform a 3D simulation, and discuss realistic options for your procedure. Dr. Steinbacher sees patients from all over the county and world, and we will facilitate your visit, consultation, next steps, and operative plan.
Frequent problems addressed:
- Nasal deformity (bump, irregularity, collapse)
- Nasal obstruction (snoring, mouth breathing)
- Nasal disproportions
- Crooked (“twisted”) nose
- Flat, under-projected nose
- Large, over-projecting nose
- Nasal defect (missing components following skin cancer removal or trauma)
Types of rhinoplasty performed:
- Cosmetic rhinoplasty
- Revision rhinoplasty
- Augmentation rhinoplasty
- Reduction rhinoplasty
- Functional rhinoplasty
- “Ethnic” rhinoplasty
- Gender affirming rhinoplasty
- Asian rhinoplasty
- Middle eastern rhinoplasty
- Italian or Mediterranean rhinoplasty
- Rhinoplasty for snoring and sleep apnea
- Post-traumatic rhinoplasty
- Rhinoplasty for arrhinia, or reconstruction (for skin cancer)
- Any rhinoplasty
Every nose is unique. Dr.Steinbacher understands the special anatomy of each nose, regardless of race and ethnicity. Dr. Steinbacher does not believe that there is a single “ideal” nose, and that personal preference, goals, and ethnic/cultural background play into the final product. His cultural and social sensibilities help him customize and refine each nose job to suit your specific vision while carefully listening to your requests and concerns, which is what makes him one of the most sought-after and best rhinoplasty surgeons in the world.