Rhinoplasty Pasadena, CA | Martin O'Toole, MD, FACS

Understanding Rhinoplasty: Nose Surgery Excellence

Rhinoplasty—also referred to as nose surgery or a nose job—can balance your nose with the rest of your features and fine-tune its appearance. Dr. O'Toole is a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive expertise in facial plastic surgery, specializing in transformative rhinoplasty procedures.

Key Rhinoplasty Benefits

• Balance nasal asymmetry
• Enhance nasal size and shape
• Improve breathing and nasal airway functionality

Surgical Techniques: Open and Closed Rhinoplasty

Open Rhinoplasty Procedure

Open rhinoplasty involves making a small, external incision between the nostrils. This technique allows detailed nasal structure modifications and is ideal for complex nose corrections. The nasal skin is carefully lifted to perform precise adjustments.

Closed Rhinoplasty Approach

Closed rhinoplasty utilizes internal nostril incisions, ensuring no visible external scarring. This technique is particularly suitable for patients seeking minor nasal structure adjustments and potentially shorter recovery times.

Common Patient Concerns

Recovery and Healing

Patients typically return to normal activities within one to two weeks, though complete healing may take six months to a year. Swelling and bruising will significantly decrease during the initial recovery period.

Surgical Expectations

• Minimal scarring
• Pain management through prescribed medication
• Customized surgical approach

Rhinoplasty Candidacy

Ideal candidates are individuals in good overall health with realistic expectations. Patients should be non-smokers or willing to cease smoking before and after the procedure. Candidates often seek rhinoplasty to address aesthetic concerns or breathing difficulties.

Comprehensive Consultation Process

Dr. O'Toole provides personalized consultations to understand each patient's unique goals. The surgical plan is tailored to individual anatomy and desired outcomes, ensuring patient satisfaction and optimal results.

For more information about Rhinoplasty in Pasadena, CA, submit an enquiry to Martin O'Toole, MD, FACS.