What is Primary Rhinoplasty?
Primary rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure that involves making changes to the structure of the nose to enhance its size, shape, and appearance. Primary rhinoplasty with Dr. Tamplen involves reshaping (without cutting) and repositioning the nasal cartilage and fracturing the nasal bones. Dr. Tamplen in an expert at preserving the natural structures and tissues of the nose to ensure his patients breathe well after surgery and don’t look to narrowed or pinched.
The goal of rhinoplasty is to give the nose an elegant shape and appearance that satisfies each individual patient’s aesthetic needs without looking unnatural.
Dr. Tamplen is nationally recognized for his cartilage preserving approach giving Bay Area and Scottsdale patients beautiful results without cutting away any cartilage. This allows the nose to maintain its structure and support for the patient’s entire lifetime and ensures optimal breathing.
Rhinoplasty can be performed to address a variety of concerns with the appearance of the nose. Rhinoplasty is often performed to refine and reduce the appearance of a bulbous nasal tip, eliminate the appearance of a nasal hump, correct asymmetrical nostrils, and a variety of other issues. During your consultation, Dr. Tamplen will ask you about the specific aesthetic concerns you have with the appearance of your nose so that he can create a custom surgical plan that will provide you with your ideal results.