Q. I have a bump in my nose that makes me extremely self-conscious of anything that highlights my facial profile. The idea of someone going at my nose with a chisel is unappealing. I guess I am too squeamish to undergo traditional rhinoplasty. Are there any other less invasive options for me?

A. Yes, there are options for correcting your nose vs. rhinoplasty. Referred to as the “15-minute nose job” using the dermal filler, Juvéderm™, Dr. Raval is able to smooth out any imperfections without surgery. Most commonly used to fill facial wrinkles, Juvéderm™ has now been approved to correct nose imperfections.

Q. I have heard Juvéderm™ can be injected into certain places of the nose to disguise odd shapes and bumps. Would the filler move around in my nose over time and the shape become distorted? How exactly does this procedure work?

A. During the procedure, Dr. Raval carefully injects Juvéderm™ into certain areas of the nose to give it a symmetrical shape. The filler is used to fill in depressions and give the nose a smoother, even appearance. To correct a bump on the nose, Juvéderm is injected on either side of the bump to even out the surface. If the tip of the nose is annoyingly fat, filler is added to the tip to create a narrower look. Once the filler is injected into the nose, Dr. Raval manipulates it until the desired result is attained.

Q. I am allergic to collagen. Will I experience an adverse reaction from Juvéderm?

A. Collagen is made from a bovine derivative while Juvéderm is made from hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is a sugar molecule that is naturally occurring in the human body. It helps to add volume and hydration to the human system. Unlike collagen, there is no chance of an allergic reaction to Juvéderm.

Q.How much of a price difference is there between Juvéderm and traditional rhinoplasty? How long does it last?

A. Juvéderm injections are much cheaper than a traditional rhinoplasty. Injections cost about $500 for one syringe, several thousands of dollars cheaper than rhinoplasty. The procedure is extremely quick and easy, lasting only 15 minutes at the longest and results are immediate. Following the procedure, the nose will be slightly sore and red at the injection site but all the side effects will be gone within a week. The results of the procedure last over a year and when the effects begin to dissipate, they can be easily redone.

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