Rhinoplasty

What is rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty modifies the structure of the nose — bone and cartilage — to correct a hump, a drooping tip, deviations or asymmetries, and can solve breathing problems of the septum at the same time. The change is permanent: because the surgery works on the structure, the result does not depend on periodic touch-ups.

The nose is never evaluated on its own. A hump can look more pronounced because of a recessed chin; a drooping tip reads differently depending on the projection of the lip and jaw. This is where the maxillofacial approach adds something concrete: the evaluation considers the profile as a whole, and when it makes sense, proposes combining rhinoplasty with procedures such as genioplasty for real balance instead of correcting one piece in isolation.

Who is this surgery for?

For people who want to correct the shape of their nose, improve their breathing, or both. Also for the after-effects of nasal trauma. The exact indication — open or closed technique, which structures to work on — is defined at the in-person evaluation with a study of your case.

Recovery

The nasal splint is worn for about a week and most visible swelling subsides over the first weeks. The nose keeps refining for months — this is the facial procedure where the final result takes longest to settle, and that is explained clearly from the first consultation so expectations are realistic. If you are traveling from abroad, the team will tell you how many days to plan in San José before flying home.

How much does rhinoplasty cost in Costa Rica?

Rhinoplasty starts at $4,500. From there, the price follows the surgical plan: open or closed technique, whether the septum needs functional work, whether it is a first surgery or a revision after trauma, and whether it is combined with another procedure — such as chin surgery — for overall balance.

After your pre-assessment you receive a complete, itemized quote over WhatsApp — and if you are traveling for surgery, before you book flights.