Cosmetic vs. Functional Rhinoplasty: What’s the Difference? Posted on November 24, 2019 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Not all nose surgery is the same. Patients considering rhinoplasty at my Chicago practice often ask if the surgery can correct issues they have with breathing through their noses. They also want to know if cosmetic rhinoplasty—designed to change the size or shape of the nostrils, bridge, nasal tip, or other structures—can be combined with … Read More
Rhinoplasty in Chicago: The Perils of Cost Comparison Posted on November 17, 2019 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Women and men considering rhinoplasty are often willing to make certain concessions (including traveling out of the country) to find lower-cost options. If ever there is a time to heed the age-old adage, "you get what you pay for," it's when you're considering elective cosmetic surgery of any type. Risking your health, not to mention … Read More
Too Old for Rhinoplasty? Posted on August 10, 2019 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Rhinoplasty is one of the few cosmetic procedures that people typically get when they're younger. Some of our older patients who come to us for a rhinoplasty consultation at our Chicago practice worry that they're too old for the procedure. It's possible to undergo cosmetic nose surgery at virtually any age as long you're in … Read More
Plastic Nose Lifters, Clips, and Rhinoplasty Knockoffs Posted on March 15, 2019 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe With every major development in plastic surgery, there follows a flood of products that promise the same results for less effort and money. The “nose job” is no exception. While rhinoplasty surgeries at our Chicago practice are more effective than ever, gimmicky products continue to crop up, claiming to shape slimmer, more lifted noses with … Read More
The 6 Most Common Rhinoplasty Requests Posted on October 15, 2018 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe The motivations for undergoing rhinoplasty can vary significantly from person to person. However, as a facial plastic surgeon with years performing rhinoplasty (nose job) here in Chicago, I've heard a handful of concerns more frequently than others. If any of these 6 requests resonate with you, know you are not alone! Smooth a hump on … Read More
6 Common Reasons for Undergoing Rhinoplasty Posted on August 11, 2015 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Rhinoplasty is one of the most commonly requested procedures at my Chicago practice, but people seek it for a lot of different reasons. Below, I've listed 6 of the most common reasons men and women seek rhinoplasty. Common Cosmetic Concerns If you know there's something you don't like about the look of your nose, but … Read More