Foothills Facial Plastic Surgery
6340 N Campbell Ave Suite 256
Tucson, AZ 85718
Phone: (520) 200-2218
Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
If you are unhappy with the way your nose looks, consider rhinoplasty (a nose job) in Tucson from board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Jerold Olson. This procedure can provide balance and harmony among all of your facial features for a naturally attractive look. Dr. Olson is known as a rhinoplasty specialist by residents of Sierra Vista, Green Valley, Saddlebrooke, Sahuarita, and throughout the local community because he has the skill and experience to consistently achieve excellent results.
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
Rhinoplasty, often called nose surgery, reshapes the nose while preserving your unique features to create a naturally enhanced appearance. Dr. Olson performs nose surgery by sculpting nasal tissue, cartilage, and bone into a desirable form. People from Saddlebrooke, Sahuarita, and other nearby cities visit him for this procedure to:
During your consultation, Dr. Olson will examine your nose to assess how it balances with your other facial features and how it functions. He will ask you to describe what you’d like to change. You will learn about factors that can influence your procedure, such as nasal structure, bones, cartilage, skin thickness, and overall facial shape. Together with Dr. Olson, you will identify the appropriate goals for your procedure.
Dr. Olson uses computer imaging software so that he can give you a customized “preview” of what your results could look like. Patients find that the computer imaging process helps them to refine their ideas about what the surgery can achieve and helps them to discuss their options. It also ensures that patients and Dr. Olson envision the same results.
Board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Jerold Olson is a Castle Connolly Top Doctor® who specializes in both cosmetic and reconstructive facial plastic surgery. A leader in the field with advanced expertise in rhinoplasty, he delivers exceptional results with compassion and a commitment to helping you look and feel your best.
Meet Dr. Olson
Dr. Olson personalizes each rhinoplasty to the specific needs and cosmetic goals of his Arizona patients; therefore, the cost varies. Patients are provided with a specific price quote for their procedure during an in-depth consultation with Dr. Olson.
In Tucson, Dr. Olson is recognized by his peers for his rhinoplasty expertise and is often invited to speak to other surgeons about advanced cosmetic and functional rhinoplasty techniques. Rhinoplasty is one of the most complicated procedures a facial plastic surgeon performs. Customizing the technique to match the aesthetic goals of each patient is essential to getting the desired results.
Rhinoplasty can be performed with the following techniques:
Dr. Olson primarily uses the open technique because:
The nose is a key feature in the balance and harmony of your face. In fact, one of the benefits of rhinoplasty is to restore that balance and give the face a symmetrical, aesthetically pleasing appearance. Dr. Olson often combines rhinoplasty with chin augmentation with a chin implant (see patient photos) or injectable fillers to create a more balanced profile.
Rhinoplasty patients return home on the day of surgery with a cast or splint placed over the nose. You will be prescribed pain medication for the first few days of recovery. Avoiding strenuous activity, lifting, or any activity that elevates heart rate or blood pressure during the first 10 days is important.
Expect to achieve the following milestones along this general timeline (experiences vary):
Dr. Olson provides his patients with post-op guidelines to follow that will help ensure a smooth recovery and great results. He will provide patient-comfort tips to relieve the discomfort you may experience following surgery. Learn more in this blog post.
Most people who get a nose job at our Tucson practice do not find the recovery to be especially painful. People sometimes have a headache and feel congested, with discomfort rated fairly low on the pain scale. We will go over your pain management options before your operation.
Cosmetic rhinoplasty is an elective procedure and is not covered by health insurance. We offer financing options through reputable health care financing companies, including Prosper HealthCare Lending and LendingUSA.
While you can’t control everything, adjusting your sleep position after rhinoplasty is an easy way to minimize swelling, bruising, and congestion. Keep your head elevated each night for at least a week by sleeping in a recliner or propped up in bed with pillows. For other recovery tips, visit this blog post.
Most patients are ready to start wearing glasses again 4 to 6 weeks after their nose surgery, once cleared by Dr. Olson. It’s important to prevent pressure on the nasal bones and cartilage during the early stages of healing to avoid discomfort or affecting the shape of the nose.
Nasal surgery can last a lifetime when performed by a board-certified facial plastic surgeon such as Dr. Olson who specializes in the procedure. The nose, like the rest of the face, changes over time as part of the aging process, but the fundamental changes made during rhinoplasty will remain. You should keep in mind, however, that the final results of a cosmetic rhinoplasty take up to a year to reveal themselves.
Rhinoplasty is one of the few facial plastic surgery procedures that people tend to get at a younger age. There are a number of reasons for this, but women and men may decide to undergo a cosmetic rhinoplasty at practically any age. At the younger end of the spectrum, Dr. Olson sees patients who are in their teenage years who desire cosmetic improvement in the appearance of their nose and possibly improvement in nasal function. Most patients become candidates for surgery between the ages of 15 and 16. Prior to this age, nasal structures may still growing, so we try to avoid operating on patients younger than this.
If you live near Tucson and would like to learn more about rhinoplasty at Foothills Dermatology & Facial Plastic Surgery, request a consultation online with Dr. Olson or call (520) 200-2218. We serve men and women from throughout the Green Valley, Sierra Vista, and Saddlebrooke areas.
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