Is there a payment plan for rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty or nose job surgery is a form of plastic surgery to reshape the nose. Typically, rhinoplasty is a cosmetic procedure and therefore not covered by insurance. At Funk Facial Plastic Surgery we do offer Care Credit and Prosper as options for payment. There are different rates for…

What is a Short Scar Facelift?

A short scar facelift or mini facelift is a type of facelift that addresses jowling and lax skin around the jawline. When performed as a deep plane mini facelift, the ligaments under the SMAS or muscle are released to get a better lift. This will also tighten the neck in patients with mild…

Is General Anesthesia Required for Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is typically performed under general anesthesia. There are a few reasons for this. The nose is a quite sensitive area and despite utilizing lots of local anesthesia during rhinoplasty, injection of this initially into the nose is uncomfortable if you are awake or even sedated. Not to mention, it is impossible to completely anesthetize the entire nose with local anesthesia. In rhinoplasty,…

Eyelid surgery and Rhinoplasty

A common question from my Houston patients is whether they can have eyelid surgery with rhinoplasty. Eyelid surgery can be performed with rhinoplasty. Whether it is upper eyelid surgery or lower eyelid surgery for lower eyelid bags. Either of these or both can be performed at the same…

Should I travel elsewhere in Texas for rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty is a complex operation in which the shape of the nose is changed and often functional improvement is made to breathing. Most major cities in Texas such as Houston, Dallas, and Austin have experienced rhinoplasty surgeons. However, if you live in a less populated area of Texas or one in which the demand for plastic surgery is not as high, you may have difficulty finding a plastic surgeon…

Neck lift or Facelift or Both?

Many of my Houston facelift, mini facelift, and neck lift patients are confused by the terminology and procedures regarding facial rejuvenation surgery. Those patients who only want a tighter neck may benefit from submental liposuction or neck liposuction. If there is significant neck skin laxity, a neck lift may be warranted.

If you simply have jowling and want a tighter jawline but have…

Can Rhinoplasty Fix Post Nasal Drip

Rhinoplasty or Nose Job Surgery can address functional nasal issues such as a deviated septum or enlarged turbinates. Post nasal drip can be due to many factors. Enlarged adenoids in the back of the nose or enlarged turbinates can lead to post nasal drip. Nasal allergies may also lead to…

Will Septoplasty fix a crooked nose?

My Houston rhinoplasty and septoplasty patients frequently ask if septoplasty alone will fix their crooked nose. Septoplasty for a deviated septum will improve breathing and may make the nostrils more symmetric, but will not straighten a crooked nose. The outer bony and cartilaginous framework…

Should I have a straight profile or a slope with rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty or nose job surgery is the second most common cosmetic surgical procedure in the United States. Many of our Houston patients who are interested in rhinoplasty have a certain goal or idea for their appearance. It is important to perform the rhinoplasty digital imaging with your…

Rhinoplasty for a bulbous tip

After a dorsal hump, a bulbous tip is the most common complaint from patients seeking rhinoplasty. Bulbous tips are typically due to the shape of the nasal tip cartilage being too broad, wide, or bowed. There are many different ways to refine the nasal tip by removing cartilage,…