Our rhinoplasty patients in San Jose and Palo Alto are so satisfied with their new looks! Contact us to find out how you can enhance your appearance and self confidence.
The Cosmetic Institute
Phone (408) 866-5433
555 Knowles Drive
Suite 100
Los Gatos, CA 95032
Rhinoplasty is a popular procedure at our facility near San Jose and Palo Alto, largely because it has such a profound effect on our patients’ appearance and self confidence. A number of changes can be achieved with rhinoplasty, including narrowing of the nostrils, altering the angle of the nose and upper lip, or changing the bridge or tip of the nose. No matter what result you desire from your rhinoplasty procedure, San Jose and Palo Alto area surgeon, Dr. Howard Sutkin, can work with you to create a more contoured and shapely nose.
After an initial consultation in which Dr. Sutkin has discussed with you exactly what you want from your rhinoplasty, the surgery will be performed at our San Jose and Palo Alto area facility. He will make an incision, either from within the nose or across the vertical strip separating the nostrils. The skin is then separated from the bone and cartilage of the nose and sculpted to your desired shape and size. Lastly, Dr. Sutkin reattaches the skin to the new contoured structure, and closes up the incision. The entire rhinoplasty surgery will take no longer than an hour or two.
To maintain the shape, a splint is applied to the nose after the rhinoplasty. Nasal packs or soft plastic splints may also be placed in the nostrils to keep the dividing wall between the air passages, or the septum, steady. You may experience some swelling and bruising around the eyes and nose, and medication will lessen any discomfort you may feel. Five to seven days after your rhinoplasty, you will return to our San Jose and Palo Alto area office to have the stitches removed. Patients typically return to work in 10 to 14 days.
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Rhinoplasty procedures are often so natural and subtle, friends and family can’t put their finger on the exact reason you suddenly look so good. To schedule a rhinoplasty consultation at our San Jose and Palo Alto office, contact the Cosmetic Institute today.