Category: Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is not always for looks; sometimes, patients have functional issues that require surgery to fix. In this case, insurance might cover the cost. This blog discusses the differences between functional and cosmetic rhinoplasty, what may be required to qualify for insurance coverage, and the out-of-pocket costs that may be incurred. Functional vs. Cosmetic Rhinoplasty […]

Financially preparing for rhinoplasty is just as important as any other aspect of your planning process before your procedure. This blog discusses preparing for rhinoplasty costs, the average cost of rhinoplasty, and what factors influence the total price.  Preparing for Rhinoplasty Costs It’s common to have insecurities about your facial appearance, yet you don’t have […]

Many patients who are uncomfortable with the appearance of their nose look into rhinoplasty, or nose surgery, to help restore their confidence and enhance their facial profile. While rhinoplasty is an excellent option that can provide you with a more balanced and harmonious appearance, there are many factors that can affect the way the procedure […]

Rhinoplasty is a plastic surgery procedure designed to change the shape or size of the nose and bring it into improved harmony with surrounding facial features. It can also be performed to improve breathing and correct congenital abnormalities or injuries caused by trauma. Whatever the reason a patient seeks to undergo rhinoplasty, he or she […]

For many people, rhinoplasty is a great way to enhance the appearance of the nose, achieve a harmonious balance in facial features, and improve self-confidence. At her practice in the San Francisco area, experienced plastic surgeon Kimberly Henry delivers beautiful results with two common rhinoplasty techniques. The Basics of Nose Surgery Every cosmetic nose surgery is customized […]

The nose is the central facial feature and, as such, plays a dramatic role in our overall appearance. The bad news is that this means a nose that is disproportionate to other facial features or one that has even slight cosmetic flaws can drastically alter the appearance. However, the good news is that even the […]

San Francisco plastic surgeon Kimberly Henry offers rhinoplasty to her patients who desire to transform their appearance. Rhinoplasty is among the most transformative of all plastic surgery procedures offered today. Indeed, rhinoplasty allows patients who are dissatisfied with the size, shape, or other elements of their noses to achieve changes that range from subtle to […]

At the practice of San Francisco plastic surgeon Kimberly Henry, we receive a lot of inquiries regarding whether the cost of the procedures we offer can be covered, in part or in full, by insurance. In most cases, unfortunately, the answer is a definitive “no.” Most insurance companies do not cover any surgery that is […]

The physical and emotional changes that the teenage body goes through can be quite difficult to endure. Ears that stick out and a nose that is too prominent are just two of the physical flaws that affect many teens. Physical flaws, especially for teens, can be incredibly upsetting. It seems that today, more than ever […]