Price is a major concern for patients seeking secondary rhinoplasty. After all, you’ve already paid a sky-high price—for your first nose job. For your primary rhinoplasty, you paid not only in dollars, but also in disappointment. An unsatisfactory outcome is a price that no one should have to pay for a surgical procedure.
So when you consider all the costs of a secondary rhinoplasty in NJ, and price is only one of those costs, chances are that you’ll find it’s a great deal. Secondary rhinoplasty, done right, can change your life. If the result from your primary rhinoplasty was a little underwhelming or a complete catastrophe, find out how secondary rhinoplasty can help. Here are the most common questions we receive about rhinoplasty repair.
Where can I get a fair price for revision rhinoplasty?
Begin by finding the right NJ surgeon to repair your nose. That’s the tough part of the rhinoplasty process, especially for a secondary rhinoplasty, but it’s also your key to a successful revision. When you find a highly skilled, elite rhinoplasty surgeon, one whom you trust, the rest of your concerns about revision rhinoplasty typically fall away.
Other concerns might include the price and surgeon’s fee for secondary rhinoplasty, getting time off from work or school again, the splint (again), the swelling and bruising—again. I urge you to put the price tag (and all the other worries) to the side for a while. They can be a distraction that gets you off track from your goal: finding the ideal surgeon for your secondary rhinoplasty.
How is the cost of secondary rhinoplasty determined?
The price of this or any surgical procedure is based on a number of factors that combine to create the total cost:
- The surgery’s complexity: During a secondary rhinoplasty, the nose is likely to require shoring up, because bone and cartilage were damaged, weakened or removed by the first surgeon. The already sensitive nasal tissues will be even more so now. Nasal grafts using cartilage from other body areas is often needed in revision rhinoplasty. Dense scar tissue will be present from the first surgery and these things add to the complexity of the procedure. This may cost you more.
- The expertise required: This time around, place great emphasis on your surgeon’s training and years of experience. Look for a top surgeon, with at least 5 years of experience as a rhinoplasty specialist and reconstructive surgeon. Ideally, look for microsurgery experience as well. Just because a surgeon requires a higher fee, doesn’t guarantee he or she is experienced.
- The amount of time spent in the operating room: This has to do with complexity, of course, but it may not cost you more. An experienced secondary rhinoplasty surgeon makes the surgical plan in advance and is able to carry it out more efficiently than a less experienced surgeon—so your OR time could conceivably be less than your first surgery. You are likely to be safer as well. A top surgeon performing secondary rhinoplasty typically attracts and works with the best medical staff, such as nurses and anesthesiologists. The best surgeons operate in the most modern, accredited surgical centers, which assures that they adhere to the highest standards for patient care. These latter line items might cost more than your prior surgeon.
- Location of the OR: Inpatient surgery in a hospital is much more costly than an accredited surgery center for secondary rhinoplasty. We perform most procedures at our Vanguard Surgery Center, however if an overnight hospital stay is needed we will be able to same-day admit you to Hackensack University Medical Center, where we maintain surgical and admitting privileges.
How long will my revision surgery take?
The length of your corrective rhinoplasty surgery depends upon whether the procedure is open (with an incision in the skin between your nostrils) or closed, on how much reconstruction may be necessary and other details. Your surgery may be completed from about 2 hours for less involved procedures, to up to 6 hours for very complicated reconstructive surgeries.
Will my secondary rhinoplasty recovery take longer than my primary rhinoplasty?
Your recovery will be similar to your primary rhinoplasty surgery. The experience is generally only minimally painful, with most discomfort over in the first 3 days. Additionally, you’ll need a week or two off from work. (Your surgeon can estimate this after examining you and make the surgical plan to repair your nose.)
Why should I look for my secondary rhinoplasty surgeon in NJ?
Northeastern US cities tend to be some of the most expensive to practice in, but surgeons here in NJ and NYC get lots of experience and gain a variety of rhinoplasty cases in their fields. Patients benefit from this experience, especially in complex surgeries, like rhinoplasty and secondary rhinoplasty.
Who can I talk to if I have more questions about secondary rhinoplasty?
This time, you want (and deserve) a nose you’ll love for the rest of your life! At Cohen/Winters, we’re happy to answer your questions about revision rhinoplasty and determine how the procedure might benefit you. Simply contact our Bergen County offices today to schedule a consultation.
