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Rhinoplasty is another name for a nose job. Your nose is the central feature of your face and oftentimes the first thing people see when they meet you. It is part of the first impression you make on others. When your features are out of balance, it can create a disjointed look.
A rhinoplasty can help balance your facial features and make a significant difference in your appearance. However, sometimes you need a surgical revision. One question that is consistently asked is how much is a revision rhinoplasty in Florida.
Before discussing cost, let’s consider reasons why somebody may want a revision to their first rhinoplasty. The primary reason is often dissatisfaction with the aesthetic outcome of the first surgery. When the new nose does not match your expectations or does not compliment your facial features, you may want to change it.
Another reason is a structural complication from the initial surgery, for example, if too much tissue is removed, not enough modification was made, or the nose is asymmetrical, it may require a revision surgery to improve your appearance. Poor healing or the development of scar tissue can also alter your appearance and function, increasing the work of breathing.
You may have been satisfied with the initial surgery but then suffer an injury that alters the results. While rhinoplasty is a permanent procedure, it does not stop the aging process. Over time, and as your body ages, your nose may take on a different shape that you would like to address.
One of the biggest factors in determining the cost of a revision is the reason why you want the revision and how complex the procedure will be. For example, if too much tissue was removed, it may require a more complex procedure than if not enough tissue was removed. A significant injury that requires repair may also increase your cost.
Rhinoplasty can be performed as an open or closed procedure. An open procedure is done by making a small incision under the columella, which is the tissue that separates both nostrils. This allows the surgeon to pull back the skin and offers greater visibility of the tissue that needs to be repaired. A closed procedure uses an incision inside the nostrils that is not visible. However, it does not typically offer enough visibility and access to tissue for revision rhinoplasty.
Revision rhinoplasty typically is more expensive than the first surgery. The standard price of a revision rhinoplasty in Florida is from $12,000 to $18,000. The variation in cost depends on the type of procedure and the extent of the surgery. Other factors include the cost of anesthesia, which can fluctuate based on the length of the procedure and the type of drug used.
While you are undergoing a revision rhinoplasty, you may choose to combine the surgery with another procedure, which can increase the cost. For example, during revision rhinoplasty, you may require a septoplasty to correct functional difficulties that include a chronic stuffy nose, snoring, and difficulty breathing.
A deviated septum can increase your risk of chronic sinus infections. While a deviated septum may not have been present during the first surgery, a subsequent injury may cause the septum to heal improperly.
Generally, insurance providers do not pay for cosmetic surgery. Your first rhinoplasty may not have been covered if it was solely to correct your aesthetics. However, a revision rhinoplasty may meet different criteria.
For example, if the first surgical procedure or a subsequent injury results in a deviated septum that increases your risk for sinus infections, your insurance provider may offer some coverage for the surgery. This typically requires prior authorization by a physician not involved in the revision rhinoplasty. This can help reduce your out-of-pocket expenses.
If your insurance provider does not offer coverage or if the procedure is purely cosmetic, you may consider other choices. To make plastic surgery more affordable, we offer PatientFi Financing, which is a budget-friendly financing alternative in which you pay in installments that fit your needs. You might also consider CareCredit, which also offers payment over time for medical procedures with promotional interest rates that are typically lower than a standard credit card.
How much a revision rhinoplasty costs in Florida will depend on how complicated the procedure is and whether additional procedures are included during your surgery. You can learn more about the cost of revision rhinoplasty when you call us and schedule a consultation with Dr. Narasimhan. We can answer your questions about costs as well as evaluate the complexity of surgery to meet your aesthetic goals.
