Asian Rhinoplasty in London
What is Asian Rhinoplasty?
Asian rhinoplasty is a highly specialised form of nasal surgery designed to refine and enhance the shape, tailored to the unique anatomical characteristics of Asian noses, which can often feature a less defined tip, lower nasal bridge, and thicker skin.
At Real Plastic Surgery, Mr Naveen Cavale, Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, performs Asian rhinoplasty with a focus on subtle enhancement rather than transformation. Each procedure is tailored to the individual’s features, heritage, and aesthetic goals to create lasting results that complement the rest of the face.
By using precise techniques, including structural cartilage grafting and bridge augmentation, Mr Cavale enhances nasal definition while preserving facial identity. The goal is to create a proportionate, elegant nasal contour that feels authentic to you.
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Before and After
Why Consider Asian Rhinoplasty?
For many patients of East or South Asian heritage, the nose can appear lower or less projected due to anatomical differences in cartilage and bone structure. Asian rhinoplasty can enhance balance between the nose, forehead, and chin, improving overall facial proportion and definition.
This procedure can:
- Increase bridge height and nasal projection using cartilage or soft-tissue grafts
- Refine and define the nasal tip for a more sculpted appearance
- Reduce nostril width or flare with alar base reduction or alarplasty
- Improve nasal symmetry and airflow
- Maintain natural features and character while enhancing shape and profile
Mr Cavale’s philosophy is to enhance, not transform, ensuring your final result looks like you, but more balanced and refined.
Techniques Used in Asian Rhinoplasty
Asian rhinoplasty is often performed using an open approach, allowing for the most precise reshaping and graft placement. Depending on the patient’s anatomy and goals, Mr Cavale may use one or more of the following techniques:
Bridge Augmentation
The nasal bridge can be augmented using either the patient’s own cartilage (from the septum, ear, or rib) or biocompatible implants. Autologous grafts are preferred for their natural feel and longevity. This creates a defined, elegant bridge that maintains a natural contour from the forehead to the nasal tip.
Tip Refinement
Because Asian nasal cartilage is typically softer, it can lack tip support. Tip projection and definition are improved by reinforcing the cartilage framework, ensuring a stable, natural-looking contour.
Alar Base Reduction (Alarplasty)
When nostrils appear wide or flared, alar base reduction can be incorporated to narrow the nasal base and improve front-view symmetry. This technique involves tiny incisions hidden in natural creases, resulting in minimal visible scarring.
Septoplasty or Functional Correction
If nasal breathing is affected by septal deviation or valve collapse, functional correction can be combined with aesthetic refinement to improve both airflow and appearance.
Each operation is customised, balancing proportion, projection, and refinement for natural, lasting results.
Treatment Time
Between 2 and 2.5 hours. We use a general anaesthetic and you can usually go home on the same day.
Downtime
10 - 14 days off work.
Reasonable Mobility
We recommend patients begin gentle movement around two days after surgery. Light activities such as walking, climbing stairs, and carrying out basic daily tasks are encouraged to support circulation and recovery.
Sport & Exercise
You can begin exercising and doing more strenuous activities at six weeks.
Driving
Most patients can resume driving two weeks after surgery, provided they feel comfortable.
Shower
You can shower the day after surgery, but it's important to keep any wounds and dressings clean and completely dry.
Full Recovery
Between six months to a full year. While most swelling subsides within the first few months, subtle changes and final results may continue to develop over time.
Maintenance
Rhinoplasty provides a permanent solution. It can be combined with other surgical and non-surgical procedures when looking to rejuvenate the appearance and reduce signs of ageing.
Reason for doing this?
To address aesthetic and structural concerns such as dorsal humps, nasal deviation, asymmetry, or disproportionate nasal size. The procedure also aims to improve nasal contour and function, including correction of breathing difficulties caused by internal nasal obstruction (e.g. deviated septum).
Reasons to Avoid
If you have any doubts. Our team of experts will support and guide you through your treatment journey. During your consultation, Mr Cavale will determine your suitability and your certainty.
The Patient Journey: Asian Rhinoplasty
Your Asian rhinoplasty in London journey begins with a detailed consultation with Mr Naveen Cavale at the REAL Clinic in Battersea. During your 30-minute appointment, Mr Cavale will assess your nasal structure, discuss your goals, and outline a bespoke surgical plan tailored to your anatomy and aesthetic preferences. Virtual consultations are available for initial discussions; however, a final in-person review is essential before proceeding with surgery. Mr Cavale encourages every patient to take time, ask questions, and speak openly with both their consultant and support network to ensure complete confidence before making a final decision.
What to Expect on the Day:
The procedure itself is performed under general anaesthesia as a day case and typically lasts between two and three hours. Incisions are placed discreetly inside the nostrils and along the columella, resulting in minimal visible scarring once healed. Following surgery, you’ll need someone to stay with you overnight for support. Aftercare includes direct nursing contact via WhatsApp or phone, with a one-week follow-up to remove dressings, splints, and fine stitches. A six-week review is arranged to monitor healing and symmetry, though subtle refinement continues for up to six months as swelling settles. Should you have any concerns during recovery, Mr Cavale and the team remain available at all times to offer reassurance and guidance.
Book a Consultation
If you’re considering Asian rhinoplasty in London, book a consultation with Mr Naveen Cavale at Real Plastic Surgery. As a highly experienced rhinoplasty surgeon, Mr Cavale combines meticulous technique with an understanding of cultural and anatomical nuance to deliver elegant, authentic, and long-lasting results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my results look natural?
Yes. Asian rhinoplasty aims to enhance your natural features while maintaining ethnic integrity. Mr Cavale’s approach prioritises harmony and subtle refinement.
Can implants be used safely?
Where additional bridge height or projection is desired, silicone or Gore-Tex implants can be considered, but Mr Cavale often prefers to use the patient’s own cartilage for a more natural and long-lasting outcome.
Is there visible scarring?
Incisions are carefully concealed within the nostrils and columella. Once healed, they are virtually undetectable.
How long do the results last?
Incisions are carefully concealed within the nostrils and columella. Once healed, they are virtually undetectable.
Is there visible scarring?
Results are long-lasting. The structural grafts used to support the nose maintain their shape for many years, ageing naturally with the rest of your features.
How much does Asian rhinoplasty cost?
The cost of Asian rhinoplasty in London with Mr Naveen Cavale varies depending on the complexity of the surgery and whether additional techniques such as bridge augmentation or alar base reduction are required. Prices typically start from £8,000–£10,000 for primary procedures. A personalised quotation is provided after your consultation at the REAL Clinic in Battersea, where your surgical plan is tailored to your anatomy, goals, and desired outcome. For more information, visit our pricing page.
What is Asian rhinoplasty?
Asian rhinoplasty is a form of ethnic rhinoplasty designed to refine and enhance the nasal bridge, tip, and nostrils while maintaining natural ethnic identity and balance. Many Asian noses feature a lower bridge, softer cartilage, and thicker skin, which require specific grafting and structural support techniques. At Real Plastic Surgery, Mr Naveen Cavale uses delicate and precise methods to build projection, define the nasal tip, and improve facial harmony, without overcorrection or loss of cultural identity.
Which country is best for nose rhinoplasty?
The best country for rhinoplasty depends on your goals, budget, and desired level of postoperative care. Many patients choose to have Asian rhinoplasty in London for the safety, quality, and continuity of care offered by UK-based surgeons. At Real Plastic Surgery, patients benefit from direct access to a fully accredited UK consultant surgeon, high surgical standards, and personalised aftercare — without the risks or logistical challenges of travelling abroad for treatment.
Is rhinoplasty common for Asian noses?
Yes. Rhinoplasty for Asian noses is increasingly common and widely performed by experienced plastic surgeons across the UK and globally. Each year, more patients of East and South Asian heritage choose this procedure to subtly enhance nasal definition, improve projection, and achieve better balance with surrounding facial features. When performed by a specialist like Mr Naveen Cavale, results are natural, refined, and tailored to the patient’s ethnic background and aesthetic goals.
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