Liquid rhinoplasty is a non-surgical nose reshaping procedure done with dermal injectable fillers. It is a non-invasive medical procedure in which dermal injectable fillers are used to shape a patient’s nose to a more symmetrical look smoothing humps, bumps, and dips without the need for surgery.

Obviously, the biggest benefits of a liquid rhinoplasty are that the procedure is non-surgical and there is minimal downtime. The other added benefit is immediate aesthetic results that can enhance your nose without surgery to improve

• A slightly crooked nose
• A small nose that needs building up
• A mild to moderate bump on the bridge of the nose
• A mild to moderate drooping of the nasal tip
• A nose that needs refinement
• A nose with dips and hollows
• A nose that needs a better-contoured tip

With a liquid rhinoplasty, the results are less dramatic compared to rhinoplasty surgery, and they are not permanent. Plus, liquid rhinoplasty procedures

• Cannot make large noses smaller
• Cannot improve nostril retraction
• Cannot improve nasal obstruction
• Cannot address large humps on the bridge of the nose
• Cannot address scooped-out bridges or pinched tips

If the patient desires to alter the results, injectable fillers can be dissolved with hyaluronidase.

If you are unhappy with the appearance of your nose but are not interested in the downtime and recovery time involved with rhinoplasty (nasal reshaping surgery), then a liquid rhinoplasty may be right for you.

Restylane and Juvederm are the most common dermal fillers used for liquid rhinoplasty. They are Hyaluronic Acid (HA)-based fillers. This non-cellular material does not produce an allergic reaction.

Yes, liquid rhinoplasty is an in-office procedure performed non-surgically with virtually no downtime.

Before dermal fillers are administered, a topical anesthetic cream may be applied to your face. While Dr. Pero is injecting the fillers with a very fine cannula, his assistant may apply acupressure to various points on your face to help decrease the sensation of the filler as it is being applied.

For 5 days before the procedure, you should avoid aspirin or anti-inflammatory medications to limit bruising after the procedure.

The procedure is very tolerable and relatively painless when topical numbing cream is used prior to injection.

Liquid rhinoplasty can be performed in less than 30 minutes.

Results are immediate with dermal fillers.

Generally, HA products such as Restylane and Juvederm Ultra Plus offer 9-24+ months of effect and the possibility of longer effects with repeat injections.

Most patients can return to normal activity or work an hour after application. Note, though, that swelling may take several hours to resolve, so you should refrain from exercising or from any strenuous activity that day.

Dr. Colin Pero has extensive experience with surgical rhinoplasties making him very suited for performing non-surgical rhinoplasties. He can expertly and skillfully change the shape of your nose giving you a natural looking nose and enhanced aesthetic facial appearance without the need for surgery.