Revision Rhinoplasty Surgery in Utah

One key concept that it is important revision rhinoplasty patients understand is that a revision rhinoplasty is several-times more complex than the original nose job. Once your nose has had any surgery performed on it, the nose will have varying amounts of scar tissue throughout the nose. This scar tissue may be minimal or quite extensive. Also, based on how the original nose job was performed, your nose may have had much of its natural tissues (alar/ tip cartilages, septum, bridge for example) removed. As you can understand, a surgery to improve the cosmetic appearance after an unsatisfactory nose job is complex, but the need to often rebuild and replace tissues that were removed in the original nose job adds even further to the surgical complexity.

Dr. Mobley brings over 25 years of nasal surgery experience to every nose job he performs. He borrows the best techniques from all of the current rhinoplasty “styles”; mixing endonasal techniques, modern “open structure” rhinoplasty, as well as some of latest techniques and powered instrumentation for preservation rhinoplasty. To provide some scale, the routine surgical maneuver of opening the nasal skin can take about 5 minutes in a primary rhinoplasty but can sometimes take up to 30-45 minutes in a revision due to the scar tissue now present in your nose. Revision rhinoplasties are inherently more complex, more time consuming, and require the multi-decades experience Dr. Mobley bring to every nasal surgery he performs.

Understanding the cost of revision rhinoplasty at Mobley MD begins with recognizing that revision rhinoplasty is considerably more complex than a primary rhinoplasty. Each surgical step is more intricate and time-consuming due to scarring and altered anatomy from previous procedures. This increased complexity typically leads to a higher overall cost.

At Mobley MD, our commitment to quality, safety, and transparent pricing guides our approach. Your revision rhinoplasty fee consists of three main components: the surgeon’s fee, operating room (OR) fee, and anesthesia fee.

When combined, these fees typically start around $17,000 & up, reflecting the complexity and duration required for successful revision rhinoplasty. Dr. Mobley performs 75–100 rhinoplasties each year, including many revision rhinoplasties, and has performed more than 2,000 nasal surgeries over his career. He has been recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor.

Following your consultation, you will receive a detailed and personalized quote. Keep in mind, that facility and anesthesia fees are time-dependent and may vary based on the actual duration of your procedure. While lower-cost alternatives may exist, choosing Mobley MD ensures that you're selecting one of the top rhinoplasty surgeons in the nation, providing peace of mind and exceptional results.

Dr. Mobley wants to make cosmetic surgery available to as many people as possible. For that reason we have partnered with PatientFi, with CareCredit also available, to provide lending services. When you come in for your consultation we will be more than happy to go over all your financial options with you.

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Most patients will feel somewhat drained for the first 3 days. Patients can return to work after 3 days if they wish but most patients feel more comfortable after one week when their cast is removed. About 20% of patients will get more noticeable bruising and when this does occur, bruising can take 10-14 days to fade. Stitches and the outside nasal cast are removed after one week and if internal nasal splints were needed (more common in complex cases or revisions) they are removed by Dr. Mobley after two weeks. Your nasal swelling will continue to subside over the next several months.

In my experience, many of my patients are pleasantly surprised by the minimal amount of discomfort they have in the postoperative period. In my practice, we very rarely use packing – one of the most uncomfortable facets of facial plastic surgery; my patients greatly appreciate this. Medicine for pain is always provided. Most patients take this for 3-7 days following surgery.

If you do light (office) work, particularly if you work from home, you could return to these activities four to five days after the operation. If you do more physical work, seven to ten days is more appropriate.

During your consultation, I will use computer morphing software to give you an idea of how your nose will look after the operation. I will also show you before and after photos of patients that have undergone similar types of cosmetic changes to help give you realistic expectations of what can be achieved from surgery.

When choosing a surgeon to perform your revision rhinoplasty, it is crucial to choose a surgeon well versed in all of the modern “styles” of rhinoplasty. Dr. Mobley’s 25-plus years of experience encompasses rhinoplasty techniques from all of the modern styles. This ranges from traditional endonasal rhinoplasty (working through the nostrils) to open structure approach (where the skin is partially lifted open). “Open structure” revolutionized rhinoplasty and is the under-pinning of many other techniques that reduce the likelihood of complications following a nose job. Dr. Mobley also embraces many of the techniques, and advanced instrumentation, for preservation rhinoplasty. With all revision surgeries, regardless of what techniques and styles are combined and utilized- the goal is simple- to create the most natural looking nose that fits your face and is in artistic balance with your other facial features and proportions. Also, and this is paramount- a constant emphasis on the preservation (and often restoration in cases of revisions) of anatomy- alar cartilages, septum and dorsum combines to create the most favorable results for a nose that looks natural and maintains, (and often improves) nasal function and airflow.

Every type of surgery has risks. It’s my ethical responsibility to educate you on these risks so you can make the best possible decision for yourself while weighing these risks against the benefits of surgery. My training helps me to minimize these risks to the best of my ability, but I cannot eliminate them entirely. Common risks include stiffness in nasal tip, irregularities of bone or cartilage, damage to the nasal skin, and damage to the internal linings of the nose.

The risks above are the most common ones that I think you should be aware of, but they are not a complete list of all possible risks. When I see you during your consultation and we begin to formulate your surgical treatment plan, I’ll review with you not only these common risks but also the less likely complications that may occur.