Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty in Adelaide

Levant Cosmetic Surgery's Adelaide clinic offers consultations on non-surgical rhinoplasty with registered medical practitioners. A real-time, in-person consultation is required before any prescription medicine can be considered. Non-surgical rhinoplasty should only be performed by a practitioner with specific experience in the procedure and knowledge of nasal vascular anatomy.

This page is informational. It does not replace personalised medical advice. Your consultation will cover the relevant risks in detail. A written, itemised quote is provided afterwards. Prices are not advertised publicly.

What non-surgical rhinoplasty may help address

• Camouflage of a dorsal hump (smoothing the bridge by adding filler above and below, not reducing it)
• A drooping nasal tip (lifting the tip slightly)
• Minor asymmetry of the nose
• A low or flat bridge (adding projection)
• Indentations or irregularities in the contour of the nose
• Refinements following a previous surgical rhinoplasty
• Creating better balance with the rest of the facial features

What it cannot address

• Reducing the overall size of the nose
• Reducing the size or width of the nasal tip
• Correcting a deviated septum or other structural issues
• Improving nasal breathing or airflow
• Removing a dorsal hump (filler camouflages, surgery removes)
• Significant reshaping of the bony structure
• Permanent results — filler is gradually broken down by the body
• Concerns requiring large volumes of filler

For concerns that fall into the second list, surgical rhinoplasty performed by a qualified specialist surgeon is the appropriate referral.

Step 1 — Consultation

At your initial consultation, you will meet with a registered medical practitioner experienced in non-surgical rhinoplasty. Your medical history, current medications, and treatment objectives will be reviewed. The practitioner will examine your nose in detail and assess whether your concerns can be appropriately addressed with filler — or whether surgical rhinoplasty may be a better option. The risks, side effects, and rare but serious complications associated with nasal filler will be discussed in full.

Step 2 — Pre-Treatment

If you and your practitioner decide to proceed after consultation, pre-treatment instructions typically include: - Avoiding blood-thinning medications and supplements for approximately one week prior (alcohol, aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, vitamin E) — only on the advice of your prescribing doctor for prescription medications - Disclosing any history of cold sores - Disclosing any prior surgical rhinoplasty or previous filler in the nose - Disclosing any current or recent use of isotretinoin - Waiting at least two weeks after a COVID-19 or other vaccination

Step 3 — The Procedure

The treatment area is cleansed thoroughly and numbed using topical anaesthetic cream. Photographs are typically taken before treatment for clinical documentation. Filler is then injected slowly into precise locations, using either a fine needle or a blunt-tipped cannula depending on the area. The practitioner may aspirate (check for blood return) before each injection to reduce vascular risk. Most appointments take 30–45 minutes.

The practitioner may pause periodically to assess symmetry and shape from multiple angles. You may feel pressure or a brief stinging sensation during the injection.

Step 4 — Aftercare & Recovery

Most patients return to normal activities the same day, although some bruising or swelling may persist for several days. Aftercare guidance typically includes: - Applying a cool compress to reduce swelling - Avoiding pressure on the nose — no glasses or sunglasses for 24–48 hours, no face-down sleeping - Avoiding makeup or skincare on the treated area for 24 hours - Avoiding strenuous exercise for 48 hours - Avoiding alcohol and smoking for 24 hours - Avoiding heat exposure (saunas, hot showers, direct sun) for several days - Watching closely for any signs of vascular complications — including severe pain, skin colour changes (white, dusky, or purple skin), blistering, or any visual changes — and contacting our clinic immediately if any occur

You will receive personalised aftercare instructions including a contact number for urgent post-treatment concerns.

Non-surgical and surgical rhinoplasty address different concerns and are not interchangeable. A consultation is essential for understanding which — if either — may be appropriate.

Whether non-surgical rhinoplasty may be suitable for you can only be determined in consultation. In general, practitioners may consider:

• Adults aged 18 or over
• People with minor cosmetic concerns about the shape of their nose addressable through filler camouflage rather than reduction
• Individuals seeking refinements after a previous surgical rhinoplasty
• People who want a non-permanent, lower-downtime alternative to surgery
• Individuals in good general health with realistic expectations
• People who are not pregnant or breastfeeding
• Individuals able to attend a follow-up review and monitor for any post-treatment complications

Generally not suitable for:

• People under the age of 18
• Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals
• Anyone seeking a reduction in nose size — surgical rhinoplasty is required
• People with structural concerns or breathing difficulties
• Anyone with a known allergy to filler components, including hyaluronic acid or lidocaine
• People with an active skin infection, cold sore, or inflammation in the nasal area
• Anyone on blood-thinning medication that cannot be safely paused
• People with previous filler complications or compromised vasculature in the nasal area
• Anyone with body dysmorphic concerns about the appearance of their nose

There is no standard price for non-surgical rhinoplasty. Cost depends on the quantity of filler required, the specific product used, and your individual anatomy and goals. Australian advertising guidelines for prescription cosmetic injectables prevent us from publicly advertising specific prices.

Most non-surgical rhinoplasty procedures use approximately 1 mL of filler. Some cases require less; some require more. Because of the precision required and the risk profile, non-surgical rhinoplasty is typically priced higher than other filler procedures.

Your practitioner will discuss what may be required at consultation and provide a written, itemised quote afterwards. A consultation is required before any treatment can proceed.

At consultation, your practitioner will discuss the risks specific to your individual situation. Non-surgical rhinoplasty carries risks more significant than for filler procedures in other areas of the face. The nose contains several major blood vessels in close proximity to injection sites.

Possible side effects and complications include: - Bruising, swelling, redness, and tenderness at injection sites (common, usually resolves within a week) - Asymmetry or overcorrection (usually correctable) - Migration of filler outside the intended placement - Lumps or nodules under the skin (uncommon) - Allergic reaction to filler components (rare) - Infection at the injection site (uncommon)

Serious but rare complications: - Vascular occlusion — filler entering or compressing a blood vessel, which can interrupt blood supply to the surrounding tissue. If not promptly recognised and treated with hyaluronidase, this can progress to skin necrosis. Symptoms include severe pain disproportionate to the injection, changes in skin colour, blistering, or persistent severe discomfort. - Visual changes including vision loss — extremely rare. Filler that enters the ophthalmic artery system can cause ischaemia of the retinal blood supply. Any visual disturbance during or after treatment requires immediate medical attention. - Tissue necrosis — if vascular occlusion is not reversed, the affected skin can die, leading to scarring.

These complications are rare in the hands of an experienced practitioner with prompt access to hyaluronidase. They are listed here in full because informed consent for non-surgical rhinoplasty depends on understanding these risks. They will be discussed in detail at consultation.

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• Dermal fillers used for non-surgical rhinoplasty are a prescription medicine and can only be prescribed and administered by a qualified registered medical practitioner, following a real-time consultation.
• Australian medical advertising guidelines prevent us from publicly disclosing the specific brands of filler used in our clinic.
• We do not publish before-and-after photographs of non-surgical rhinoplasty in accordance with current advertising guidelines.
• All cosmetic procedures carry risks. Non-surgical rhinoplasty carries risks more significant than other filler treatments due to nasal vascular anatomy.
• Non-surgical rhinoplasty cannot reduce the size of the nose, address structural concerns, or improve breathing.
• Individual results vary and outcomes cannot be guaranteed.
• If you have a concern about a registered health practitioner, you can make a complaint to AHPRA at any time. Visit ahpra.gov.au for information.