While many rhinoplasty patients believe in the myth of the “perfect nose,” the truth is that there is no such thing. Each face has its own set of unique measurements, and the ideal nose is one that exists in harmony and balance with the other features, allowing the gaze to drift naturally towards the eyes and the smile. A nose that looks good on a certain celebrity’s face may not necessarily look attractive on another person. No surgeon who has any integrity can promise to deliver a “perfect” nose because the definition changes from face to face.
Achieving the ideal nose for each individual patient requires meticulous precision, artistry, insight, and skill. This is why it is so essential to choose a board-certified plastic surgeon with a rigorous training background, years of practical expertise, an excellent portfolio of before and after photographs, and a proven ability to listen to the patient’s wishes and reflect their aesthetic sensibilities through their final results.
Not all board-certified surgeons are board-certified in plastic surgery, making it even trickier to select the most qualified providers. In many areas of the country, any licensed doctor is legally allowed to perform aesthetic procedures. However, within the 24 boards listed under the American Board of Medical Specialities, there is only one board that certifies plastic surgeons: the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). In order to be certified by the ABPS, a surgeon must adhere to strict guidelines around their education, residencies, and specific training in plastic surgery. They must pass exhaustive examinations, both written and oral, and prove time and time again that they follow the strictest guidelines for safety and cleanliness.
Beyond training and credentials, the ideal plastic surgeon is someone with whom it is easy to communicate. You feel respected, empowered, and heard by them, and like you are actively participating in your own cosmetic journey. Stay away from those who use pressure tactics or try to upsell you on other services.
When it comes to nose surgery, your surgeon should be open-minded and not have a cookie-cutter image in mind. Today, aesthetic sensibilities have widened to include non-Western standards of beauty, and a good plastic surgeon has evolved to deliver stunning, elegant results for patients of all backgrounds and ethnicities.
While there is always some degree of risk when it comes to turning over your face to a plastic surgeon, by choosing a physician who is board-certified by the ABPS and who has proven themselves to be transparent, approachable, and straightforward, you can ensure that your new nose will be as close to perfection as possible while still being balanced with your other features and preserving the unique characteristics that make you one-of-a-kind.
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