Nose Prodecure

Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) Surgery

What is a Rhinoplasty?

A rhinoplasty, commonly known as a nose job, is a procedure to resize or reshape the nose. A rhinoplasty can be performed for both cosmetic and functional purposes and can achieve a more proportionate, balanced nose that enhances your natural facial features, whilst also improving functional issues like breathing difficulties. 

At Real Plastic Surgery, all rhinoplasty patients will be under the care of our founder, Mr Naveen Cavale, who is a consultant plastic and reconstructive surgeon and is internationally recognised for his expertise in reconstructive surgery. Learn more about his medical background and expertise here.

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Why Consider Rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty is one of the most common cosmetic surgeries with many patients seeking nose surgery for a variety of reasons; the most common being: 

• Enhancing facial features with rhinoplasty: A lot of our patients come to us because they’re unhappy with the appearance of their nose. This could be a small bump on the bridge or the nose, or unevenness in the shape of the nostrils, among many other things.

• Enhancing respiratory function: We have a number of patients who come to us with medical concerns related to breathing. Some have experienced these issues since birth due to congenital deformity, while others have had these issues develop over a period of time.

• Repairing injuries and restoring function: Another common reason for rhinoplasty, or septo rhinoplasty surgery is to repair injuries and internal damage caused by trauma to the nose. Nasal fractures and broken noses can cause internal damage to the nose, causing problems to both appearance and functionality.

Types of Rhinoplasty

Mr. Naveen Cavale uses a variety of rhinoplasty techniques tailored to each patient's needs. He often performs open piezo rhinoplasty using ultrasonic (piezo) technology, an advanced method that uses ultrasonic sound waves to reshape the nose and address both functional and cosmetic concerns. Depending on the individual case, he may also opt for conventional rhinoplasty or explore newer preservation techniques, with the final approach determined after assessing the patient’s needs and nasal structure.

The Patient Journey: Rhinoplasty

The initial rhinoplasty consultation lasts about 30 minutes, usually face-to-face with Mr. Cavale at the REAL Clinic in Battersea. Virtual consultations are also available, but a final in-person meeting is required before finalising the plan. If you're unsure, you’re welcome to book additional consultations to ensure you’re confident in your decision. It’s imperative that patients feel comfortable and confident in their decisions, so Mr. Cavale encourages all of his patients to speak to their consultant and close support network before making their final decision. 

After surgery, you’ll need someone to stay with you overnight. Aftercare includes virtual nursing contact via WhatsApp or phone, and a follow-up visit a week later to remove dressings, splints, and stitches. Most patients return for a six-week check-up, but final results may take six months to fully settle. If you have concerns, please contact Mr. Cavale at any time.

What to Expect on the Day:



Surgery is done in a few hours, and you’ll be home the same day. It is performed with you fully asleep, under TIVA general anaesthesia.

When you wake up you will have a cast and tape over the top of your nose and some light packing inside the nose; we do not like to use rigid packing or splints, as these can be very painful to remove. You will notice stitches underneath the nose and there will also be other stitches inside the nose that you may not be able to see or feel. The packing inside your nose is removed before you go home and the stitches and the cast are removed a week later. You will be able to shower the next day, but the face needs to be kept dry for a week. To find out more about rhinoplasty recovery, read our article on rhinoplasty recovery tips. 

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