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Rhinoplasty…how to get started and what to expect

October 6, 2007 by Dr. Schoenfeld

Rhinoplasty, if appropriate, can probably be the most rewarding aesthetic procedure you can have.  Let’s face it, your nose is the center point of your face and no amount of make- up or facial hair can disguise it! Other areas of your body you can fake…push-up bras, spanks, loose fitting suits, but nope…not your nose.

So once you have decided that having a rhinoplasty is something you want to pursue, what should you do?  Well obviously you need to pick a doctor and if you have found your way to Dr. Schoenfeld’s web site then you have done your homework!  Dr. Philip Schoenfeld is a board certified facial plastic surgeon and he has been recognized by his peers several times as a top surgeon. So after you pick your doctor, then what? Here are a few commonly asked questions that will hopefully help you:

Q: How do I get started?

A: Simply call Renu at 301 652-7368 and schedule a consultation. The consultation takes about 20 minutes and Dr. Schoenfeld will discuss the procedure with you, answer any questions you may have about the surgery, and go over in detail what to expect.

Q: Can Dr. Schoenfeld show me what I will look like if I have the rhinoplasty?

A: Yes.  Dr. Schoenfeld has fantastic imaging software.  He will take your picture and transfer it into his computer where he will be able to give you a good idea of what results you can expect.  (but remember it is a computer and not a 100% 3D image of what you will absolutely look like)

Q: How long will the procedure take and what kind of anesthesia will they use?

A: The procedure time ranges from 1-3 hours, most take about 2-21/2 hours.  Local IV sedation is what the doctor prefers.  You will definitely be “asleep”, but IV sedation puts a lot less stress on your body than general anesthesia.

Q: What is the recovery time and will I have black eyes?

A: Generally, I would suggest you clear your schedule for a good week.  The first couple of days you will want to mostly sleep and take it easy.  The amount of bruising you have will depend on what exactly your surgery included and how well you follow your post surgery instructions.  Some people will have more bruising than others because they had more work done than others. (Usually associated with bone work)  Dr. Schoenfeld can give you a pretty good idea of what to expect after he has had the opportunity to examine you.  We also have some products that you can use prior to surgery to help minimize the amount of bruising. FYI-everyone has swelling.

Q: Where will the surgery take place?

A: Dr. Schoenfeld mainly operates at the River Road Surgery Center, his out patient surgery facility.  It is conveniently located near Renu Med Spa at the intersection of River Rd. and Westbard.  The Washington Post did a great story on it…check it out on our media page!

Hopefully this has helped you know how to get started and what to expect form a rhinoplasty.  There are obviously a lot more details to cover but these are the basics.  Dr. Schoenfeld or his surgical coordinator will be on hand throughout the process to make sure every last detail is covered.

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  • I met SEVERAL renowned plastic surgeons across multiples states before choosing the right one to perform my surgeries. After the first few minutes with Dr. Schoenfeld, it became very apparent to me that he was the person I'd entrust with my operations. He is the consummate approach, level of expertise, and experience provided me a tremendous amount of comfort, I knew that my expectations would surely be met. As it turns out, I not only made the right choice, but Dr. Schoenfeld was able to surpass my expectations, everything turned as he said it would and even better than I had hoped, Dr.…

    • 5 stars
  • I went to Dr. Schoendfeld to have a Septoplasty/Rhinoplasty and I couldn't be happier. He called to check up on me multiple times after my surgery to make sure I was doing good and I love the appearance of my new nose. He was able to make it fit my face and make it look as natural as possible while still fixing everything I wanted to be corrected, I am also able to sleep so much better at night since I can breathe out of my nose with ease.

    • 5 stars
  • Dr Schoenfeld is a fantastic doctor. He is respectful and makes an effort to get to know his patients. He is experienced and quite good at what he does. I had seen him for several years for Botox and fillers and was always happy with the results—very natural and never overdone. I had some jowls and neck rings developing, and these were beyond anything that injectables or good skin care could fix. I knew I could trust Dr. Schoenfeld to fix these problems and to deliver an aesthetically pleasing and natural looking result.

    I am a busy person with a career and many other obligations,…

    • 5 stars
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