Rhinoplasty Los Angeles

The nose should blend seamlessly with your features, elevating your beauty and creating a subtle balance between the upper and lower face. Dr. Teitelbaum’s rhinoplasties in Los Angeles are performed with precision and restraint, sculpting a nose that complements, rather than overpowers, your features.

What Is a Rhinoplasty?

A rhinoplasty, often referred to as a nose job, is a surgical procedure that reshapes and enhances the appearance of the nose, correcting aesthetic concerns and functional issues. The goal here is to reharmonize the nose with the rest of the face without losing your unique character and identity. Rhinoplasties can address the following concerns:

Nasal bumps
Overly large nasal tips
Imbalanced nose and face proportions
Breathing issues
Aesthetic dissatisfaction

Dr. Teitelbaum works with intention to create natural-looking, symmetrical results that celebrate your authentic beauty.

Achieving Natural Balance and Proportion

Because rhinoplasties have such a wide range of aesthetic and functional benefits, every patient has their own motivations for seeking treatment. Patients can expect the following outcomes:

Enhanced facial harmony and proportions
Increased confidence and self-esteem
Correction of aesthetic concerns
Improved breathing function, if applicable

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Who Is a Good Candidate for a Rhinoplasty?

Ideal candidates for a rhinoplasty in Los Angeles are healthy, non-smoking adults who are dissatisfied with the appearance of their nose and understand exactly which features they wish to change. Specificity is key when considering a rhinoplasty. During your consultation, Dr. Teitelbaum will complete a physical exam to confirm your candidacy.

Before & After Rhinoplasty

Patient 106009290 | Front View | After | Rhinoplasty — Steven Teitelbaum MD - Santa Monica

Patient 106009292 | Front View | After | Rhinoplasty — Steven Teitelbaum MD - Santa Monica

Patient 106009293 | Front View | After | Rhinoplasty — Steven Teitelbaum MD - Santa Monica

Patient 106009295 | Front View | After | Rhinoplasty — Steven Teitelbaum MD - Santa Monica

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Why Choose Dr. Teitelbaum?

Dr. Teitelbaum brings over three decades of experience to every rhinoplasty, ensuring precise, medically sound results. He specializes in creating subtle changes that blend harmoniously with the rest of the face, customizing your surgical plan to your specific needs.

Academic and Clinical Excellence

As one of the leading plastic surgeons in Los Angeles, Santa Monica, and beyond, Dr. Teitelbaum has performed thousands of successful procedures for patients at his private practice. He received his doctorate from the UCLA School of Medicine and completed his residency at Harvard University, earning dual board certifications in General Surgery and Plastic Surgery. In addition to treating patients, he serves as an Associate Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at his alma mater, the UCLA School of Medicine. Dr. Teitelbaum has given lectures to industry peers and students on five continents, bringing his advanced knowledge and innovative techniques worldwide. His research has been published in peer-reviewed journals like Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and he’s earned memberships and leadership positions in the following organizations:

Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation, 2016-2017 President
California Society of Plastic Surgeons, Treasurer and Legislative Committee Chair
Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation, Board Member

Putting Patients First

Patients come from around the world to experience Dr. Teitelbaum’s passion for plastic surgery and personalized care firsthand. He and his licensed team, which includes a Harvard-trained anesthesiologist, lead with integrity, transparency, and trust from your first consultation to your final follow-up. Their goal is to get you the results you deserve without gimmicks or unnecessary, trendy treatments.

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Your Confidential Consultation

Your journey with Dr. Teitelbaum will begin with a one-on-one consultation at his Los Angeles office. There, you’ll discuss your aesthetic goals, concerns, and medical history, and he’ll evaluate your nose anatomy, breathing function, and skin health to determine if a rhinoplasty is right for you.

Next, he’ll decide on the best surgical approach and begin building your customized rhinoplasty plan.

Pricing Your Procedure

Rhinoplasty with Dr. Teitelbaum typically costs between $15,000 and $18,000. After your consultation, Dr. Teitelbaum's team will share a complete cost breakdown, including financing options, to ensure total transparency.

The cost of your rhinoplasty in Los Angeles will depend on the following factors:

Surgical complexity
Extent of correction
Whether your breathing function will be addressed
Surgical approach
Whether additional procedures will be performed in the same surgical session.

What to Expect From Your Rhinoplasty in Los Angeles

Your rhinoplasty will be performed under general anesthesia at Dr. Teitelbaum’s private, accredited surgical center in Santa Monica. During surgery, Dr. Teitelbaum will make small incisions inside the nose or along the nasal folds to access the tissue. He’ll make precise adjustments to the bone, cartilage, and soft tissue to achieve your ideal shape and resolve any aesthetic or functional concerns.

While working on the nose, Dr. Teitelbaum will focus on creating balance, both between each nostril and between the nose and the rest of the face. All incisions will be closed with small sutures to encourage rapid healing and smooth, consistent scars.

Gentle, High-Touch Recovery

Recovery after a rhinoplasty in Los Angeles typically involves mild swelling, bruising, and tenderness around the eyes and nose, which should resolve within one week. You may need to wear a splint on your nose for five to seven days to keep the healing tissues in place during early recovery. Most patients return to work within one week, but you may decide to extend your rest until all bruising has faded. After your procedure, Dr. Teitelbaum’s team will share extensive aftercare instructions to support your recovery. This list may include the following items:

Incision site care and cleaning protocols
Splint-wearing guidance
Hygiene recommendations
Activity limitations
Sleep position restrictions
Swelling and pain management strategies

Over the coming weeks, you’ll return to Dr. Teitelbaum’s office for several follow-up appointments. There, he’ll monitor your healing progress, approve you to remove your nose split, and clear your return to strenuous activities, like running, high-impact exercise, and contact sports. The final results of your rhinoplasty will become apparent once all residual swelling has faded, which may take 6-12 months.

Open vs. Closed Rhinoplasty

There are two main techniques used in rhinoplasty, and Dr. Teitelbaum will choose the one that best meets your anatomical, medical, and aesthetic needs. Your rhinoplasty will adhere to one of the following methods:

Open Rhinoplasty

This technique involves a small incision across the skin between the nostrils, known as the columella, for more precise adjustments and more complex corrections.

Closed Rhinoplasty

In this approach, all incisions are made inside the nostrils, making it ideal for less complex procedures and patients who want to avoid external scarring.

Completing Your Transformation

Many of Dr. Teitelbaum’s patients in Los Angeles and Santa Monica include a rhinoplasty as part of a more comprehensive facial rejuvenation plan. Complementary procedures include the following:

Rhinoplasty FAQs

Can I wear glasses after a rhinoplasty?

You can wear glasses after a rhinoplasty once your initial swelling has faded. Dr. Teitelbaum will confirm when it’s safe to wear your glasses again during your follow-up appointments.

How long will my swelling last after a rhinoplasty?

Initial swelling typically peaks within five to six days of your procedure and will gradually subside over the following three weeks. Residual swelling may take up to 12 months to fully fade.

Can I combine a rhinoplasty with other procedures?

Yes. Many patients opt to undergo multiple procedures during the same surgical session to streamline their recovery. Rhinoplasties can safely be combined with chin augmentations, neck liposuction, and facelifts.

References

Steven Teitelbaum, Enthusiasm Versus Data: How Does an Aesthetic Procedure Become “Hot”?, Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 26, Issue 1, January 2006, Pages 51–53.
Steven Teitelbaum, John Diaz, Robert Singer, Can Outpatient Plastic Surgery Be Done Safely During a COVID-19 Surge? Results of a July 2020 Los Angeles Survey and Literature Review, Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 41, Issue 1, January 2021, Pages 98–108.