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Hi doctors, was just wondering what is aesthetic rhinoplasty?

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Nose job: Aesthetic rhinoplasty is the reshaping of the external nose to make it look better. The cartilage and bone under the skin are changed to make the outside look different.

Answered 3/14/2014

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Dr. Christian Stallworth answered

Specializes in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Cosmetic surgery: Aesthetic rhinoplasty is nasal surgery performed with the primary objective of reshaping the nose to change its outward appearance. This may include removing a hump, changing the tip architecture, straightening the nose, etc.

Answered 10/23/2017

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Sculpting the nose: An aesthetic rhinoplasty sculpts the tip, mid and upper nose to yield a harmonious and attractive nose that blends with the other facials features. It should refine your nose but leave your individual personality intact. www.artofplasticsurgery.com.

Answered 7/4/2015

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=Cosmetic nose job: An aesthetic rhinoplasty is another term for performing a nose job primarily for cosmetic reasons as opposed to functional (reconstructive or breathing) indications. Hope that helps

Answered 11/23/2014

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Rhinoplasty: Rhinoplasty, or nose surgery, commonly called a "nose job", is a surgical procedure to correct defects if the nose. It can be done for aesthetic (cosmetic) reasons to address issues that the patient is not happy with. It can also be done for reconstructive reasons to fix deformities from trauma, congenital deformities or structural breathing issues.

Answered 2/26/2015

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