Ethnic Rhinoplasty in Tampa & St. Petersburg
Non-Caucasian patients often aren’t well-served by rhinoplasty techniques developed in the United States, which are focused on the general facial shapes and cosmetic standards of people of Western European origin.
Double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Kailash Narasimhan understands the unique diversity of facial shapes within each ethnic group, and tailors rhinoplasty to address each individual’s concerns.
To meet with ethnic rhinoplasty specialist Dr. Kailash Narasimhan, request a consultation using the online form or call (727) 289-7119 to schedule an appointment. People come to his practice in St. Petersburg for ethnic rhinoplasty from Clearwater, throughout the Tampa region, and beyond.
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This healthy 38-year-old female underwent rhinoplasty to improve the appearance of the tip, shorten, and feminize the nose. If you desire rhinoplasty or nosejob in the Tampa Bay area contact Narasimhan Plastic Surgery today at (727) 761-2548.
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Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
Our healthy patient in her 30s desired improvement in the overall appearance of her nose. In particular, reducing alar flare and narrowing the nasal base while improving the tip projection. Complete rhinoplasty was performed with a cartilage graft. The bridge of her nose is narrower now, giving her a symmetric, better breathing & natural-looking nose! If you desire rhinoplasty and are in the St. Petersburg area, contact Narasimhan Plastic Surgery today.
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Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
This is a 49 year-old male of Asian descent. He came to our office interested in making the nose more refined, and raising the nasal bridge. On exam he had a slightly flattened radix and a full bulbous nasal tip with under projection. On front view the dorsal aesthetic lines are washed out and he had a wide nasal base. We also believed he would benefit from a chin augmentation and buccal fat removal to give his face more of a balanced appearance on front and profile views. We performed a rhinoplasty with donated frozen rib cartilage, chin augmentation and buccal fat removal. He is very happy with his natural appearance. If you or someone you know is looking to have buccal fat removal, chin augmentation, or rhinoplasty, please contact Narasimhan Plastic Surgery today!
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Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
This is a 47-year-old African-American female who had a previous rhinoplasty performed about 15 year ago in Tampa. She states she had some deformities. She didn’t like her nasal tip as well as feeling it was overall too large for her face. Upon exam she had a flattened nasal bridge with a large notching at the nostrils and a pinched nasal tip, on side view, she had a shortened nose with a lack of projection. We performed a revision rhinoplasty with frozen donated rib grafting and dorsal augmentation. She is very happy with her natural appearing outcome and highly recommends our practice! If you or someone you know has been considering rhinoplasty revision, please contact Narasimhan Plastic Surgery today at (727) 289-7119!
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Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
This is a 37-year-old female who came to us wanting a smaller nasal tip and deviation in her nose to be corrected. We performed a rhinoplasty, and she is very pleased with her outcome. If you or someone you know has questions about rhinoplasty, please call Narasimhan Plastic Surgery today!
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Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
This is a 45-year-old African-American woman interested in making the flaring of her nostrils improved as well as the overall shape and size. We performed a rhinoplasty with an MTF graft to improve the structure of her nose. She is extremely pleased with her results. If you have questions or are interested in learning more about cosmetic rhinoplasty please call Narasimhan Plastic Surgery today
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Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
This is a 70-year-old female who wanted to address her dorsal hump and give her nose a straighter appearance. We performed a rhinoplasty, and the patient is very happy with her results. If you have any questions regarding a rhinoplasty or if you're a good candidate for this procedure, please call Narasimhan Plastic Surgery.
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Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
This is a 35-year-old female of middle eastern descent. Her goals were to provide a natural nose while sill lowering the profile and rotating the nasal tip. She is very happy with her rhinoplasty procedure! If you are considering a rhinoplasty or have questions, please call Narasimhan Plastic Surgery today!
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Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
This is a 25-year-old male who came to us wanting to straighten his nose as well as remove the dorsal hump. We performed a rhinoplasty and was able to achieve the patients' goals. He is very happy with his results. If you're interested in learning more about rhinoplasty or have questions, please call Narasimhan Plastic Surgery today!
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Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
This is a 40-year-old African American female who did not like the way her nose angled down when smiling. She had adjustments made to the nasal tip. She is very happy with her rhinoplasty! If you have any questions or want to schedule a consultation, please call Narasimhan Plastic Surgery today!
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Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
This is a 19-year-old Hispanic male who came to use wanting to address his nostrils as well as the bride of his nose. We performed a rhinoplasty. He is happy with his outcome. If you have questions or are considering a rhinoplasty, please call Narasimhan Plastic Surgery today!
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Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
Male in his 30s from St. Petersburg, Florida who desired a more balanced profile, dorsum, and tip. Rhinoplasty or nose job was performed to balance his features and straighten the nose. The goals are to simply improve balance and proportion to the nose and facial features. Male rhinoplasty is a specialty of Dr. Narasimhan's. Contact us in our Tampa Bay practice for more information on this specialized procedure!
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Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
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Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
This 26-year-old male came to us with with a dislike for his nasal bridge and the hump on his nose. We performed a rhinoplasty. The patient is very happy with his results. If you have questions about or are interested in learning morning about rhinoplasty please call Narasimhan Plastic Surgery to learn more about our Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon!
Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
This is a 42-year-old female who came to us to make the tip of her nose smaller. We performed a rhinoplasty. The patient is very happy with her outcome. If you're interested in a rhinoplasty, please call Narasimhan Plastic Surgery today at (727) 289-7119.
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Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
28 year-old African American patient interested in Rhinoplasty. Particularly improving the appearance of the tip and the bridge of the nose. She also wanted her nostrils smaller. We performed a rhinoplasty and the patient is overall happy with her results. If you have any quesitons or are interested in a rhinoplasty procedure please call Narasimhan Plastic Surgery today!
Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
This 17-year-old female presented with complaints of size and shape over her nose. We performed a rhinoplasty procedure to reduce the dorsal hump and length of nose. She is very happy with her outcome. If you're interested in a rhinoplasty or have questions please contact Narasimhan Plastic Surgery today!
Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
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Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
Female in her 20's who desired improvement in the overall appearance of her nose. In particular, narrowing the bridge of her nose and improving the hump on the profile of her nose. Complete rhinoplasty was performed and cartilages were repositioned. Patient is very pleased with her appearance. If you desire rhinoplasty and are in the St. Petersburg area, contact Narasimhan Plastic Surgery today!
Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
Female in her 30's who desired improvement in the overall appearance of her nose. In particular, narrowing the bridge of her nose and improving the hump on the profile of her nose. Complete rhinoplasty was performed and cartilages were repositioned. Patient is pleased with her appearance and breathing. If you desire rhinoplasty and are in the St. Petersburg area, contact Narasimhan Plastic Surgery today!
Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
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Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
This is a 15-year-old female of middle eastern descent. She complained of a hump on her nasal bridge and a bulbous tip with thickness to her skin. She also struggled with her breathing. We performed a rhinoplasty, and she is very happy with her outcome. If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about rhinoplasty or ethnic rhinoplasty, please call Narasimhan Plastic Surgery today!
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Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
This is a 64-year-old female who presented with subsequent damage to the septum and nasal bridge along with a dorsal hump. She was unhappy with the appearance of her nose and decided to proceed with a rhinoplasty with Dr. Narasimhan. She is very happy with not only the natural appearance but the improvement in breathing. If you or someone you know has had trauma to the nose and are unhappy with the appearance please call Narasimhan Plastic Surgery today!
Provider: Kailash Narasimhan, M.D.
Ethnic rhinoplasty is an umbrella term that encompasses nasal reshaping procedures for non-Caucasian patients.
Rhinoplasty, often called a “nose job,” is one of the most common cosmetic procedures performed each year in the United States. People of all ethnicities may feel the shape or size of their nose detracts from their overall appearance. Within different ethnic groups, there are unique physical characteristics that a surgeon should consider when creating a surgical plan. Applying Caucasian rhinoplasty techniques to the face of an African American, Asian, Hispanic, Middle Eastern, or Indian patient may result in potential breathing issues and an increased risk of needing multiple or revisional surgeries.
Ethnic rhinoplasty requires technical expertise that not all plastic surgeons possess. The physician fees for rhinoplasty range from $5,000 to $6,000, depending on the specific needs of each patient. We cannot quote a specific price without an in-person consultation. Dr. Narasimhan understands that cost is a factor for most rhinoplasty patients, but price should not be the primary issue in your choice of surgeon. We assist patients by offering financing through PatientFi, an organization that specializes in elective healthcare financing.
The nationality of the patients matters when devising Asian rhinoplasty surgical plans. There are differences between Korean, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Thai patients. That said, there are some specific concerns that are common for Asian rhinoplasty patients. These include:
In all cases, we start by discussing your goals and incorporate computer simulation as part of the consultation process, which helps communicate your potential results following rhinoplasty surgery.
Asian Rhinoplasty Techniques
Dr. Narasimhan often uses grafted cartilage to add projection, elevate the bridge, or refine the nasal tip. He makes the base of the nose smaller, sometimes making incisions on the side (alar base reduction). In some cases, he may narrow the nasal bones or use a specialized grafting technique using ear cartilage for subtle augmentation. Asian rhinoplasty also takes into account the unique cultural standards within this group of patients. For example, many East Asian patients want longer noses with more projection. Southeast Asian patients, on the other hand, often have sufficient nasal length or height.
Our practice treats African American rhinoplasty patients as well as patients from African countries, such as Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, and Ivory Coast. Many of these patients have thicker nasal skin and darker skin tones, with smaller internal structures. Specific concerns shared by African American rhinoplasty patients include:
As with other rhinoplasty patients, reviewing a computer simulation showing potential results is part of the consultation process.
African American Rhinoplasty Techniques
Rhinoplasty surgery for African American patients typically involves using grafted rib cartilage to augment either the bridge of the nose or the nasal tip. It’s important that the surgeon uses techniques that address the thicker skin. Thinning the skin helps define and soften the tip. Depending on the tip’s anatomic structure, the nostrils can be wider and flared, requiring specialized surgical maneuvers to address.
Scarring is a concern for many African American patients. Even though scars may be initially hyperpigmented and thick they do settle appropriately with time. Keloids are extremely uncommon. Another thing to keep in mind is that it may take longer for the nose to heal and swelling to subside after African American rhinoplasty.
Patients with Middle Eastern backgrounds encompass a large geographic area. It may include Arab and North African patients, who have many similarities to patients of Indian origin. They often have thicker, more sebaceous (oily) skin with darker skin complexions. Common concerns about the nose for these patients include:
Again, we have patients look at computer simulations to get a glimpse at possible results to help them communicate their goals during the consultation.
Middle Eastern/Indian Rhinoplasty Techniques
Each patient is different, and it is important to use our specialized rhinoplasty techniques in a sophisticated and nuanced way. This means preserving the natural anatomy of the nose and not “overdoing” it. For patients concerned about a nasal hump, Dr. Narasimhan specializes in ultrasonic rhinoplasty, using a specialized device that smooths the hump in a gentler way that reduces recovery time. Other techniques include grafting to add length to the nose, tip rotation, and thinning nasal skin, if needed.
Dr. Narasimhan’s rhinoplasty patients include many Hispanic men and women encompassing an extremely diverse ethnic variation, depending on their origin. They may have Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Dominican, South American, or Central American roots. Cross-cultural influences from Spain (Castilian), Italy, and Portugal are also common. This diversity means Hispanic rhinoplasty patients often have very different needs. That being said, some of their common aesthetic concerns include:
Using computer simulation, we can provide patients with a look at possible results and help clarify their cosmetic goals during the consultation process.
Hispanic Rhinoplasty Techniques
The diverse backgrounds of Hispanic patients mean they may have either thin or thick nasal skin. More complicated rhinoplasty surgery involves patients with thick skin and weak cartilage structure, along with a shorter septum. Dr. Narasimhan uses techniques that maintain the patient’s ethnicity, so the results look natural. Our goal is to produce the best version of the patient’s nose, creating harmony among facial features.
If a patient wants to reduce the size of nasal hump, Dr. Narasimhan specializes in ultrasonic rhinoplasty, an advanced technique that reduces recovery time.
For Hispanic patients with thicker skin and weaker cartilage, cartilage grafting, and structure are important. Often the septal cartilage is weak or small, and Dr. Narasimhan uses other grafting materials. It can also take longer to heal for patients with thick skin.
Visit our St. Petersburg practice to learn more about ethnic rhinoplasty by requesting a consultation using the online form, or call our office at (727) 289-7119 to schedule an appointment.
Dr. Narasimhan’s passion for plastic surgery is evident in his impressive credentials, which include:
American Board of Plastic Surgery and American Board of Otolaryngology (Head & Neck Surgery)
Guest faculty at internationally renowned cosmetic surgery meetings, such as the Dallas Cosmetic Symposium
Kailash Narasimhan, M.D., is a double board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in plastic surgery for the face, breasts, and body including breast augmentation, liposuction, tummy tuck, mommy makeover surgery, and eyelid surgery. He also offers medical spa services such as BOTOX® Cosmetic injections and laser hair removal. Narasimhan Plastic Surgery is located in St. Petersburg and serves patients from Tampa Bay, Clearwater, and throughout South Florida.
