Ensuring facial harmony is crucial when it comes to enhancing the face aesthetically. It is important to consider balance and proportion while addressing the nose, as it is one of the most distinct features of the face. There are a variety of reasons for which people consider our NYC Rhinoplasty, but at the end of the process, a nose that is both intrinsically balanced and in beautiful proportion with other facial features is the ultimate goal.
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These Rhinoplasty before and after pictures represent actual patients from Dr. Kolker. They will help to assist you in understanding your various options and enable you to set realistic goals for your own surgical outcome. Click on a patient for their specific case details.
"Dr. Kolker was my first and only consultation. Although I had intentions of meeting with other surgeons, from the moment I walked out of his office, I knew he would be my surgeon. The staff is not like any other doctor's staff I have encountered."
— G.M. / New York
Facial harmony plays a pivotal role in achieving a beautiful aesthetic enhancement of the face.
When it comes to Rhinoplasty, or a "nose job," it is crucial to address the nose with balance and proportion in mind. Dr. Adam R. Kolker, a board-certified NYC plastic surgeon, possesses extensive expertise in the art and science of nose surgery. His meticulous attention to detail, technical finesse, and natural artistry ensure exquisite results.
The ideal Rhinoplasty is customized to your unique anatomical features and desires, ranging from subtle refinements to stunning enhancements. Most importantly, the outcome should appear natural and beautiful, and should never look “done”.
After an in-depth discussion of your surgical desires and a comprehensive nasal and facial examination as part of your consultation for a Rhinoplasty New York City plastic surgeon, Dr. Kolker will discuss the best options suited to your particular physical requirements and your unique desires. Based on your goals, a treatment plan that achieves the subtle or dramatic results you desire will be devised. The innate proportion of your nose, in keeping with facial harmony, and maintaining balance with all facial features supersede the mere removal of a prominent dorsal hump (a prominent mound of bone and cartilage on the bridge of the nose). While the latter is indeed important, it is the true respect for what makes a nose and face beautiful that Dr. Kolker brings to every individual.
Dr. Kolker is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, an active member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and a member of the American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons, a member of the New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a member of the Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons.
The Rhinoplasty approach must be precisely personalized for every nuance of shape, size, and proportion, and for every aspect of individual desire. Just as every person's physical attributes and desires are different, so too is every surgeon different. The plastic surgeon you choose is of utmost importance. What distinguishes the care Dr. Kolker and his team provide is comprehensive:
From your first visit, through the perioperative process, and throughout the entirety of your recovery and follow-up, you will experience the thoroughness, attention to detail, and warmth with which Dr. Kolker and his team welcome and care for you. They strive to deliver only the best Rhinoplasty NYC can offer.
"One of the most important goals of a Rhinoplasty is that it should improve facial harmony and beauty. Whether the refinements you desire are subtle or more dramatic, the best nose job is one that never looks 'done'. Beautiful, natural, and proportional are the ultimate objectives. The improvements in appearance and self-confidence can be truly remarkable."
Dr. Adam KolkerPlanning Your Rhinoplasty in New York
During your initial consultation for a Rhinoplasty New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Kolker will perform an examination of the nose and face. This is also an opportunity for you to relate the specific issues with your nose and appearance that you would like to address, and your desires for correction.
Dr. Kolker will then begin to formulate the plan to give you the Rhinoplasty results you desire. Aided by digital photography and (Mirror) imaging software, Dr. Kolker will help you to precisely articulate and define the appearance you are seeking.
An appreciation of the finest details of what concerns you about your nose is crucial, and Dr. Kolker will spend considerable time coming to understand the intricacies of your anatomy and goals, and in formulating the best NYC Rhinoplasty treatment plan for your specific needs.
A prominent nasal hump can be reduced and smoothed, a wide nose can be narrowed, a full nasal tip can be refined, and a drooping nasal tip can be elevated to a more attractive, natural position, among other enhancements. The sum is greater than the individual maneuvers; creating soft, elegant lines, and beautiful, natural proportion is the goal.
Creating or maintaining a functional "foundation" is indeed paramount, and all maneuvers to maintain or improve breathing will be undertaken. Certain Rhinoplasty techniques, for example, employ the use of spreader grafts that can be used to improve both the appearance and the function of the nose.
There are two primary technical approaches: Open Rhinoplasty, and Closed Rhinoplasty. Both place incisions within the internal nostril region, and the Open Rhinoplasty approach adds an inconspicuous incision (a few millimeters) on the undersurface of the columella (between the nostrils). Closed Rhinoplasty may be more beneficial when minor changes are in order and may allow for a shorter surgery and recovery. The most appropriate Rhinoplasty incisions will be selected based on the required structural modifications.
Is there a minimally invasive Rhinoplasty? For the vast majority of candidates for Rhinoplasty, the maneuvers described will most often be required. There is, however, a role in certain circumstances for injectable hyaluronic acid fillers, such as Juvederm or Restylane, for enhancing nasal aesthetics. These alternatives are additive only, are not permanent, but they can often last for up to a year and sometimes longer, giving a non-surgical alternative for selected individuals that can be maintained with the occasional touch-up.
Can I combine Rhinoplasty with other aesthetic procedures? Yes! Combining Rhinoplasty with other facial procedures, such as chin augmentation or facial fat transfer, can create a more balanced and harmonious facial appearance.
As each patient, their anatomy, and their aesthetic goals are unique, so is the cost of a Rhinoplasty procedure. Costs include facility fees, anesthesia, surgeon’s fees, and the level of correction necessary to achieve the desired result. We will be happy to discuss costs and financing options during your consultation.
Following your Rhinoplasty New York patients will be cared for by our registered nurses in our recovery room. You will go home with a friend or relative when you are fully awake and comfortable, generally one to two hours after the completion of surgery.
The first 48 hours - We recommend sleeping on your back in an elevated position and cold compresses and light ice packs applied to the affected area to minimize bruising and swelling around the eyes. A low-sodium diet of soft and bland foods will also help keep swelling and bruising to a minimum.
One Week - The primary swelling resolves in about one week, and most go back to work or school around this time. When more structural sculpting is required, eight days is common. With tip refinements only (without osteotomies), return may be as early as five days after Rhinoplasty.
Two Weeks - After Rhinoplasty surgery, the initial recovery period typically takes about two weeks for visible bruising and swelling to diminish.
Three Months and Beyond - At three months post-surgery, swelling in the upper third of your nose will have diminished, giving you a preview of your final results. While certain results are visible immediately, the final result becomes evident approximately six to twelve months after Rhinoplasty.
You will be seen by Dr. Kolker in follow-up periodically following rhinoplasty. After splint removal at five to seven days, you will be seen at 12 weeks and 12 months after your nose job. Dr. Kolker and his staff will always be available to assist you with any questions or recovery-related matters following the procedure.
The complete healing process can take up to a year. During the immediate recovery, patients may experience bruising, swelling, and a congested feeling that most often resolves within the first week after rhinoplasty surgery.
Dr. Kolker suggests that light activities only be undertaken for about three weeks. Light cardio, including stationary bike, elliptical, and walking, may resume as soon as the external splint is removed (five to seven days). Unrestricted activity resumes three weeks after rhinoplasty.
This website and other web-based resources can be very helpful in providing a broad overview of Rhinoplasty basics, indications, and options. Given the wide array of specific anatomy and individual desires, there is no substitute for an in-depth, personal consultation with a board-certified New York City Rhinoplasty plastic surgeon with plenty of experience. Dr. Kolker considers all of the facets of your physical attributes and your goals with you, will guide you through all steps of the decision-making process, and will formulate a Rhinoplasty treatment strategy tailored to your unique requirements. Nose surgery is a supremely sculptural and artistic endeavor; this is a process that demands customization, finesse, experience, appreciation of anatomy, and artistic vision to achieve the most balanced and the most beautiful outcomes, and the plastic surgeon you choose absolutely makes a difference. We invite you to schedule a consultation to discuss your nose surgery with top Rhinoplasty surgeon in NYC, Dr. Adam Kolker, at his office in Manhattan, and look forward to warmly welcoming you to our practice.
To schedule a private consultation with Dr. Kolker, please call the office or request an appointment online. We welcome your visit.
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