10/21/2026
Thinking about revision rhinoplasty? Here’s the honest truth from my latest podcast episode.
If you can live with the nose you have after your primary rhinoplasty… you probably should.
Revision rhinoplasty is one of the most complex operations in plastic surgery. The tissue is already scarred, the cartilage has been reshaped, and the healing process is far less predictable. Even when it’s done by an expert, there’s still roughly a 15% chance you’ll need yet another surgery.
That doesn’t mean revision is never the right answer. Some patients have real functional or aesthetic issues that truly need to be addressed. But if the problem is relatively minor and you’re otherwise okay with your result, the smartest move is often to leave it alone.
I break down exactly why patients end up seeking revision, what makes these cases so challenging, and how to decide whether it’s actually worth it — in the latest episode of the Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery Podcast.
Would you rather live with a small imperfection or risk another surgery?
Drop your thoughts below 👇 and listen to the full episode (link in bio).