Non-surgical rhinoplasty, commonly referred to as a non-surgical nose job, can enhance the appearance of the nose, correcting dips, troughs and bumps by injecting very small volumes of dermal filler.
Fast Facts
- The injection of dermal fillers into the nose is performed under local anaesthetic.
- Depending on the type of filler used and the extent of correction required, your practitioner may recommend a follow-up visit two or three weeks after the initial treatment.
- Your practitioner will probably apply a numbing cream to your nose before the injections.
It is a non-invasive treatment, also used to correct asymmetry and to enhance the shape of the nose, often following nose surgery.
Reasons for choosing to have non-surgical rhinoplasty
Non-surgical rhinoplasty—like most non-surgical procedures—is growing in popularity globally, and with both sexes, because of its convenience and affordability. Compared with surgery, non-surgical rhinoplasty is quick, easy, and cost effective. There is little pain and down-time involved, which makes the treatment even more attractive.
The non-surgical option also lacks the serious side effects, risks and complications that are possible with surgery. Non-surgical nose jobs allow for a change of heart, as effects are temporary. There are permanent dermal filler treatments for those who want a long-lasting result.
You are a good candidate and can benefit from a non-surgical nose job if
- You want to improve the symmetry of your nose.
- Your nose requires smoothing to get rid of contour irregularities.
- You need to fill out surrounding tissue to diminish the appearance of a bump.
- There are dents, depressions or grooves on your nose that you wish to improve.
- The tip of your nose droops, requiring elevation.
- You want to raise and better define a flat bridge.
- You want to diminish the appearance of a rounded nose tip, a procedure popular among African Americans and Asians.
- You have a crooked, scooped-out or “saddle nose” and want to improve your profile by straightening or correcting.
Your practitioner may also recommend non-surgical rhinoplasty if minor corrections are necessary to improve the results of previous nose surgery. Minor to moderate changes only are possible. Surgical rhinoplasty is required to reduce the size of a large nose or to completely reshape a nose.
Things to consider once you’ve decided to have non-surgical rhinoplasty
Which filler is best for you?
A variety of dermal fillers may be used for non-surgical nose jobs. Each has its own distinct characteristics, as well as distinct potential risks and complications.
In deciding what is best for you, your practitioner will consider
- Your treatment needs.
- Whether you want a permanent or temporary result, and if temporary, how long you want the effects to last.
- Any known allergies or hypersensitivities to ingredients in fillers.
Your practitioner will be able to advise on the most appropriate filler for your individual needs, and to provide the best outcome and cost effectiveness.
What to expect
The injection of dermal fillers into the nose is performed under local anaesthetic and can be completed in less than 30 minutes. Some people can be treated with a single session, but most cases require two or three treatments for best results.
Depending on the type of filler used and the extent of correction required, your practitioner may recommend a follow-up visit two or three weeks after the initial treatment. It is at this stage that any touch-up injections would be performed.
Your doctor will probably apply a numbing cream to your nose before the injections. If you feel nervous, the doctor may give you an oral sedative.
The dermal filler will be injected into a number of locations in small droplets using a fine needle. Injection sites and quantity of filler will depend upon the type and extent of correction needed. You will be able to go home immediately after the treatment.
Expect to have some bruising immediately following treatment or a few hours later. Your nose may feel tender for three to five days.
You can expect the results of your non-surgical rhinoplasty to last from 6 to 18 months. The length of time varies largely upon the type of dermal filler used.
Before and after treatment
There are things that you can do leading up to any kind of treatment that will improve the experience.
As well as following general steps to speed up the healing process, there are important things you must do after your non-surgical rhinoplasty to ensure its success. The precautions you need to take depend on the type of dermal filler that will be used in your treatment.
Here is a general list of after-care guidelines:
- Avoid any pressure on your nose for at least five days. Sleep on your back or in a reclining chair.
- Avoid chemical peels, sun exposure and laser treatments for at least a week following treatment as these procedures carry the potential for inflammation and scarring if undertaken too soon. You should refrain from tanning treatments during this period.
Each dermal filler is different and has specific post-treatment requirements, therefore any generalised post-treatment list has its limitations. Discuss with your practitioner the specific after-care applicable to the dermal filler used in your treatment. Follow your practitioner’s instructions closely, to ensure good results and a speedy recovery.
Possible risks and complications
As with any cosmetic procedure, there are risks involved in non-surgical rhinoplasty and you should be fully aware of these before you elect to have the treatment. The best way to reduce risk is to locate a fully-qualified practitioner with formal training in injectables, who has performed the treatment many times.
Specific complications that may occur after a non-surgical rhinoplasty include:
- Redness, which will disappear after a couple of days.
- Swelling and bruising, which will slowly subside, enabling you to see the results of the enhancement.
- Tenderness in the nose.
- Infection.
- Nasal skin damage.
- A lumpy or asymmetrical appearance or unsatisfactory outcome.
Silicone injections have been known to involve the additional risks of migration—where the injected silicone moves to another part of your face—and may increase the risk of the formulation of granulomas.
Depending upon the dermal filler used, itching, hypersensitivity and allergic reactions are also possible. Discuss with your practitioner what the potential reactions are for the filler that will be injected into your nose. Keep your practitioner’s contact numbers with you and seek advice in case of any adverse reactions. Make sure your practitioner knows about any allergies before the filler is chosen.
These problems are sometimes associated with inexperienced or unqualified injectors, or the injection of large quantities at one time.
Experience and training are especially important with injectable treatments. As well as helping to avoid unnecessary risks and complications, the skill of the injector is a necessary component for a successful outcome.
Just as you would discuss potential benefits before a procedure, it is always advisable to ask your practitioner to address the potential risks as they apply to you. The doctor can also advise you how to avoid or minimise some types of risk.
Rough costs involved
The cost of a non-surgical rhinoplasty depends upon a number of factors, including the type of filler used, the number of treatment sessions needed, and the volume of filler injected in each session. Your costs will also vary depending on the practitioner you select.
Your practitioner will help you estimate potential costs of treatment at the initial consultation, after considering the extent of correction and choosing the dermal filler that is best suited for you.
You should expect the costs to be higher if you are having combined treatments at the same time.
This information is correct as of 2019.
I want my nose looks like beautiful.
I just want the non surgical derma filler be remove. I am not sure if its permanent. Is it possible to remove it? How much would it cost?
Looking at fixing a bump on my nose, had it all my life and at age 55, am over it. Looking at giving fillers a go and am just wondering do you insert permanent fillers?
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I’ve just recently had my second nose filler. It’s fantastic!. My nose no longer has a bump and I love my profile.
Very easiest way to make nose reshape without any facial exercises just try to use noseright tool which is help you to get smaller nose naturally
I have a bump on the bridge of my nose (broken and didn’t set properly) from reading about the fillers it seems to match the rest of the nose to the fault, is there another option for me as I don’t want a high bridge but I also don’t want the bump
Thanks
I wanna ask u that ..non-surgery or surgery is better for nose…actually I wanna do non surgery but many ppls warned me that fillers are not good ..after filler u may face many problems like puss and swelling blackish and bluish colour around that area .and I want permanent filler .help me..ur feedback is awaited ..:-)
do you do permanent nose filler in your clinic?
Ive had artefil in my nose and now my left nostril has closed and green puss is coming out of tip. What do i do?
Hi I just wanted to know if non-surgical rhinoplasty is permanent and if yes is there any danger? Thank you!!
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itomorrow i had non surgical rhinoplasty,now am having bruises on my nose…
i have no pain,but my skin is so black,n blueish both…
please tell me what to do,and how to get rid from it as soon as possible.
Hello Cathy,
Does these fillers affect breathing? and what if i was not satisfied with the result, what can i do ? or i have to wait until it vanish.
thank you
Hi Raya,
Thanks for your question. No, these fillers will not affect your ability to breathe. The effect of these dermal fillers is generally not reversible, but it is also not permanent. Depending on the specific dermal filler used, the effect may last a few months to a year or longer. If you are concerned about not liking its effect on your nose shape, you might wish to consider one of the shorter-duration formulations.
Hi i have a bent nose was wondering how much it might cost for an upliftment ….
Hi Sohil,
Thanks for your question! The costs of rhinoplasty surgery is usually between $8000 and $15000 (AUD), while non-surgical nose reshaping is less expensive. These costs vary considerably from doctor to doctor, and the costs of non-surgical treatments depend on the type and volume of filler injected. We advise you to consult with a local practitioner; you will receive an estimate of the potential costs during the initial consultation session.
Hi!
I’m quite unhappy with the hump on my nose, but I don’t feel ready for surgery at the moment. I woner how much that would be and how long it’d last?
Hi Liz,
Trying out a different look with fillers is definitely an option if you aren’t ready for surgery. In fact, you can even try having the surgeon you are considering do inject the dermal fillers for you so you can also get a feel if you feel confident with them.
Fillers can last from 6-12 months, but it depends from patient to patient and the type of filler used.
The nose doesn’t require much product so the cost will be relatively low compared to having fillers in multiple areas of the face (say around $1000 AUD).
You can have a look here to see which practitioners offer dermal fillers near you.
Alternatively, you can use this search to find surgeons who perform rhinoplasty.
Hi the tip of my nose hangs down but since that bone is right at my lip, dosnt lifting the tip lift my lips? Can the procedure lift my nose I don’t like how I get a line when I smile under my nose?? Thanks
Hey , I just wanted to ask you , I have this bumpy wave on the tip of my nose and it doesn’t look good from the sides , I wanted too ask you if that could be shaped and make it small without a surgical nose job?
Hi, I’m intersted in non surgical rhinoplasty. My nostrils are too open and I’d like to lower them a little. Can it be done without surgery? And what filler is the best to use?
Hi Katy,
Thanks for your question. Nostril reshaping with dermal fillers is not common – usually they areused for profile adjustments and nasal tip adjustments. Depending on your nose, it may be possible to adjust your nostril shape using dermal fillers, but it would be impossible to say without a proper consultation. Have a look at our practitioner finder to locate a doctor near you who performs this procedure so you can find out for sure.
In terms of a filler type, usually a temporary or reversible filler is preferred, especially for the nose where the skin can be very fine (meaning deep injection of filler is not possible).
– Costhetics
I dont like my large wide nose and deep set eyes. I am condsidering getting Rhinoplasty to improve my nose. Would this improve my deep set eyes as well?
Hi Anita,
Thank you for your enquiry.
Any form of cosmetic enhancement to your face, will change the entire look and balance of your face.
I suggest having a consultation with a surgeon who can advise you on how rhinoplasty would change the shape and profile of your face.
Some surgeons have software that can show you how you would look post surgery too.
Do you need help finding a surgeon? If so, please go to the practitioner search on this website and search for rhinoplasty.
Best of luck Anita.
Hi, I am Jamie and I am from Germany. I am unhappy with my nose because my nosetip is hanging down and i have a Little bump on my nose too. Do you know if some doctors offer this Treatment in Germany and is it allowed at the Age of 16?
Hi!
I am considering getting the filler injected to fix the bump i have on my nose! I wanted to get it injected at the the very top of my nose to elevate it to make my bridge flat. Do you have arough estimate for how much that would cost? And i was also wondering if the fillers could be injected to fix asymmetrical nostrils?
Thanks,
Caroline
Hello Caroline,
Thank you for your enquiry. The bump on your nose can be injected very effectively with filler to correct this. You are looking around $770-$1000 depending on the product that is injected. The nostrils are more complex and really needs to be discussed in consultation with a doctor who specialises in non-surgical rhinoplasty. This part of the nose has many more blood vessels which needs to be taken into account when injecting into the nose. Generally it is recommended you have a non-permanent filler injected first to ensure you like the look and then you can have a more permanent filler injected. Your nostrils will need to be discussed with the doctor.
Hi, Im interested in permanent filler for my nose as i have flat nasal bridge. and was wondering the rough cost and how long will it last.
Hello Cathy,
This depends on the doctor and the type of filler you choose to have. To start you could have non-permanent filler put into the bridge of your nose initially. This will help you decide the shape and quantity that you want. Once you are happy with this then you can decide which permanent filler you would like put in and the doctor can give you costs based on the quantity. Non-permanent filler for this procedures (as a rough guide) is around $800-$1000 depending on the brand. The filler does tend to last quite a while (around one year) because this is an area that does not move through expression and the filler seems to sit nicely.
Hope this is helpful for you and thanks for your question!
Hi I was wondering how much it would cost if I were to have a non surgical nose job using a non-permanent filler to lift a nose tip and reduce the roundness? Thank you
Hi Jannett,
Thanks for your question. We had to edit your comment unfortunately as Australian law prevents us from mentioning the brand names of scheduled substances on this site. However, there are a few different types and brands of filler available (varying from temporary to permanent).
Permanent fillers tend to cost more than non-permanent fillers, but for more information about particular brands and types as well as exact costs you should discuss this with your Doctor during a consultation. As a rough guide though for a semi-permanent dermal filler in your nose it’s around $800-$1000.
– Costhetics