Nose reshaping cosmetic surgery, clinically known as rhinoplasty, is designed to improve the size and shape of the nose to make it more proportionate to the rest of the face. The cost of rhinoplasty is an important starting point for many patients because the procedure is typically considered elective and must be paid as an out of pocket expense.
At the time of pre-op consultation, the surgeon will educate the patient about all aspects of nose surgery, including its estimated costs. Dr. Eugene Kim is a board certified plastic surgeon providing nose reshaping surgery and various other cosmetic procedures to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding locations across the landscape.
Factors Affecting the Price
The financial ramifications of a nose job can vary from one practice to another. In some cases, the cost could even vary from one patient to another at the same practice. The following are some of the important factors that will influence the overall cost.
Geographical Factor
Living costs are often higher in prime urban centers, main metropolitan areas and cities along the East and West Coast. On the other hand, costs in interior regions and smaller cities are usually lower. Average cost of any product or service, including aesthetic procedures, is impacted by the median household income, employment opportunities, real estate costs, taxation and other local factors.
Fee Charged by the Surgeon
The fee charged by the surgeon is a key component in the overall cost of rhinoplasty cosmetic surgery. A surgeon will usually charge a fee according to their qualifications, certifications, and expertise in the area of nose surgery. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons recommends that patients should choose a board certified plastic surgeon for their needs, and consider the surgeon’s fee only as a secondary factor in making their selection of a surgeon.
Operating Venue and Anesthesia Costs
Rhinoplasty procedure may be performed at a hospital, an ambulatory surgical center or a private surgical suite. The costs and benefits associated with each option will vary. The surgeon may perform the procedure with the patient under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation. In case of general anesthesia, the fee of an anesthesiologist or a registered nurse anesthetist will be involved, which can differ according to their qualification and experience.
Extent of Surgery
Some patients may need only minor enhancements in the appearance of the nose, such as refining of the nasal tip or removal of a nasal bump. On the other hand, some other patients may have to undergo significant tissue modification procedures such as nose reconstructive surgery, or nose augmentation or reduction.
These may involve bone and cartilage changes, implants, and correction of both cosmetic and functional anomalies. Some patients may need an additional procedure such as chin augmentation or reduction along with rhinoplasty. The costs will vary in each case according to the length and complexity of the surgery.
Financing
Patients can explore various financing options such as family borrowings, credit card payments, bank loans or financing through medical care finance firms. Profound plastic surgeon Dr. Eugene Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and other cities and towns in this area of the country for rhinoplasty.
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