A rhinoplasty reshapes the nose while preserving breathing – the final result appears only after up to a year.
Rhinoplasty reshapes the nose harmoniously and can correct breathing problems — one of the most requested procedures.

Both techniques depending on the case. After previous surgery, see revision rhinoplasty.
Planned around your facial proportions.
A rhinoplasty changes the shape of the nose – hump, tip, width or length. A good rhinoplasty always considers function too: the nose must remain freely breathable. Operating on aesthetics alone can impair breathing, so a functional correction (e.g. of the septum) is often planned alongside.
In the closed technique the incisions are inside the nose (no visible scar); in the open technique a small incision on the columella allows better visibility for complex cases. Which technique suits depends on the findings, not on a trend – an experienced surgeon explains the choice.
The nose is one of the most demanding regions. Even in good hands the revision rate is about 3% after a first operation – and considerably higher (around 11%) after a second. The final result appears only after up to a year or longer, because the swelling settles slowly, especially at the tip.
A splint is worn for about a week; bruising around the eyes and swelling settle over 1–2 weeks, the fine swelling over months. Sport, glasses resting on the bridge and strong sun are avoided for a time. See revision rhinoplasty and cosmetic surgery in Turkey.
This page is for general information and does not replace medical advice. Every operation carries risks. Results are individual and cannot be guaranteed.
Open or closed technique depending on the findings; form and function belong together.
Even in good hands the revision rate is about 3% (first operation), around 11% after a second – “perfect” promises are unrealistic.
For the full overview, see our page on cosmetic surgery in Turkey.
Personalised treatment plan and quote from experienced plastic surgeons in Istanbul.
Rhinoplasty reshapes the bone and cartilage framework of the nose. It is planned around facial proportions and, where relevant, around how well you breathe.
A surgical plan begins with what bothers you: a dorsal hump, a drooping or wide tip, asymmetry, or difficulty breathing through one side. Photographs, a physical examination of the septum and internal valves, and in some cases imaging are used to decide what is technically achievable.
Skin thickness sets real limits. Thick skin hides fine definition and tends to swell longer; thin skin shows every small irregularity. A realistic plan works with the anatomy you have rather than copying another person's nose.
A small incision across the columella gives direct access to tip structures. Preferred for complex tip work and revisions; leaves a fine scar that usually fades.
All incisions are inside the nostrils. Suited to selected cases with limited tip work; no external scar.
The natural dorsal line is lowered rather than removed and rebuilt. Not suitable for every hump shape.
Combines shape correction with septal surgery when a deviated septum restricts airflow.
Second or later operations on scarred tissue, often requiring cartilage grafts from the septum, ear or rib. More demanding and less predictable than a first operation.
Injectable filler can camouflage small contour irregularities. It adds volume, cannot reduce a nose, is temporary, and carries vascular risks that require an experienced injector.
Examination, photographs and discussion of what you want changed. Breathing is assessed separately from appearance.
Blood tests and anaesthetic assessment. Blood thinners, some supplements and smoking are stopped in advance on medical advice.
Performed under general anaesthesia in a hospital or licensed surgical facility.
A splint and possibly internal silicone sheets are worn. Swelling and bruising around the eyes peak in the first days.
Usually around one week, decided by the surgeon. The nose looks swollen at this stage; this is expected.
Reviews over the following months. Fine definition continues to appear gradually, especially at the tip.
Most visible bruising settles within two weeks, and many people return to desk work after ten to fourteen days. Contact sports, heavy lifting and anything that risks a blow to the nose are avoided for several weeks, as advised by the surgeon.
Swelling resolves slowly. The general shape becomes clear over the first months, while the final refinement of the tip can take a year or longer, particularly with thick skin or after revision surgery. Patience is part of the treatment.
Rhinoplasty is surgery and carries risks: bleeding, infection, reaction to anaesthesia, prolonged swelling, numbness, asymmetry, breathing changes and visible or palpable irregularities. A proportion of patients worldwide need a revision procedure.
No surgeon can guarantee a specific result. Ask your surgeon to explain the expected outcome, the known risks and what a revision would involve before you consent, and make sure you receive this in writing in a language you understand.
Splint removal and the first review happen in the days after surgery. Build your travel dates around them rather than the operation alone.
Air travel is normally postponed until the surgeon confirms it is safe. Do not book a tight return.
Agree in advance how follow-up will continue remotely and who you contact if a problem appears after you return.
Ask for your operative note and discharge instructions in writing; a doctor in your own country may need them.
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