Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)

Open and closed rhinoplasty for aesthetic nose reshaping and functional correction, performed under general anaesthesia with incisions under 3mm for minimal visible scarring.

Singapore Plastic Surgery Clinic offers both open and closed rhinoplasty techniques for patients seeking aesthetic nose reshaping or functional correction. Open rhinoplasty uses a small incision (typically less than 3mm) on the columella — the skin between the nostrils — providing the surgeon with maximal visibility for complex reshaping, tip refinement, or structural grafting. Closed rhinoplasty places all incisions inside the nostrils, leaving no external scarring and suits cases where the required changes are more straightforward. Both techniques are performed under general anaesthesia as outpatient procedures taking approximately 2–3 hours. The average cost ranges from SGD 7,000 to SGD 12,000, varying based on the complexity of aesthetic goals and whether functional correction (such as deviated septum repair) is required. Recovery follows a clear timeline: a nasal splint is worn for the first 5 days, after which bandages and the splint are removed. Most patients feel comfortable appearing in public by day 10, with bruising and swelling continuing to subside over the following weeks. Breathing normalises progressively as internal swelling resolves. The clinic provides a personalised consultation to determine the most suitable technique and establish a realistic outcome plan aligned with each patient's facial proportions.