The nose may be the most noticeable feature of the face and is therefore a cause for concern among many patients. An experienced facial surgeon can work with both aesthetic and functional issues to give the nose a more natural look. A well-done nose job, or rhinoplasty as it is known in the medical world, can help address some of the most popular patient complaints.

* A large nose on the face.

* A bump that appears on the nasal bridge if viewed in a profile.

* A nose with a wide appearance when viewed at the front.

* A nose tip with a drooping or plunging tip;

* A thickened tip or an enlarged one;

* Nairs that are excessively flared;

* A nose with a crooked or uncentered shape;

* Asymmetry in the shape of your nose as a result of a past injury.

As with any type of facial plastic surgery the key to success is the patient. Many patients are unrealistic about the way their face is going to look and how this will affect their lives after a nose surgery. This can sometimes indicate something more severe. Recent studies suggest that up to 30% of rhinoplasty candidates may also show symptoms of body dysmorphic syndrome, which is an excessive concern with appearance that can interfere in daily life. In order to achieve the best results, patients must be realistic about what they expect and plastic surgeons should clearly communicate their limitations.

“Rhinoplasty doesn’t make anyone look like someone else. And that shouldn’t ever be the goal of a person,” says Roberto Garcia at Garcia Facial Plastic Surgery, near Jacksonville in Florida. “But it can boost confidence and improve appearance when expectations are realistic.”