Rhinoplasty is one of the most common procedures performed in Los Angeles. Despite its popularity, it is not appropriate for everyone. There are several criteria which determine whether or not one is a right rhinoplasty candidate.

Criterion 1. Patient’s General Health

Consult with your Los Angelos rhinoplasty surgeon about your general health before undergoing any surgical procedure. Even if you are healthy but are on any medications, speak to your doctor. Even a minor health problem may lead to serious complications during the surgery or the rhinoplasty recovery phase. Remember that only a candid talk with your doctor will allow you to come to a final decision. If your health is poor, the nose job surgeon should refuse to operate on you.

Criterion  2. Reasons for Getting Rhinoplasty

People tend to believe that a change in their appearance will heal a broken heart, cure depression or fill an emotional void. Unfortunately this is not true. If a patient who wants to undergo rhinoplasty hopes that the surgical procedure is powerful enough to bring such psychological benefits, he/she might be much more frustrated after the surgery discovering that they don’t feel happier.

You are a good candidate for rhinoplasty only if your main goal for undergoing rhinoplasty is simply improving your looks, your comfort level or your health.

Criterion  3. Age requirements

Age criterion is also among the most important ones. The recommended age for girls is 14 or 15, while for boys it is slightly later. If nose job is performed before the face has completely matured, a revision rhinoplasty may be required to correct any shifting that may take place during the maturation process.