Oklahoma’s Premier Rhinoplasty Surgeons
As the central focal point of your face, your nose plays a major role in overall balance, symmetry, and harmony. A nose that is too large can overpower other features, while one that is too small can flatten them. The goal of rhinoplasty is not to create a “perfect” nose—but one that complements your unique facial structure.
At H/K/B Cosmetic Surgery in Oklahoma City, rhinoplasty is performed by Dr. Tim R. Love and Dr. Kenny Quang, who work together to create results that look natural, balanced, and uniquely suited to each patient. With decades of combined experience, advanced surgical training, and a shared commitment to thoughtful, individualized care, they focus on enhancing—not changing—who you are.
Thanks to significant advancements in surgical techniques and technology, the nose you were born with doesn’t have to be the nose you live with.
What is rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty, more commonly referred to as a nose job, is a surgical procedure that changes the shape, size, or proportion of the nose by repositioning, reshaping, removing, or augmenting skin, bone, cartilage, or a combination of the three. Rhinoplasty can be performed for cosmetic reasons to enhance facial appearance or for medical reasons to correct breathing complications.
Am I a good candidate for rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty is a nonreversible procedure that permanently changes the profile of your face. Usually, only adult men and women with fully developed facial features are considered for rhinoplasty, especially if it is for cosmetic reasons. Good candidates are also physically healthy non-smokers with realistic expectations and a positive outlook about their results.
Kids and teenagers are rarely good candidates for cosmetic rhinoplasty because not only can their noses continue to grow—altering the procedural work and resulting in a misshaped nose—but they also typically lack the emotional maturity and self-awareness to handle the psychological aspect of plastic surgery. Physically, teenagers should be fully developed (usually age 16 for boys and 14 for girls) before scheduling a rhinoplasty consultation.
However, there are cases where younger patients may benefit from rhinoplasty for medical reasons, especially if they are experiencing severely impaired breathing or are suffering from a birth defect.
Cosmetic vs. Medical Reasons for Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty is considered an elective cosmetic procedure if the purpose is to change the aesthetics of the facial features and breathing remains unimpaired without it.
Cosmetic reasons for rhinoplasty can include:
- Reshape nose tip that is large, bulbous, drooping, or upturned
- Straighten crooked nose
- Narrow nose bridge
- Change the angle between the nose and upper lip
- Widen or narrow nostrils
- Reshape nose profile with visible bumps or depressions on the bridge
- Nasal asymmetry or deviation
Medical rhinoplasty procedures are defined as necessary for patients who do not have full functionality of their nose without the procedure. Insurance companies will usually reimburse a rhinoplasty procedure if it is performed to improve or correct breathing, improve or correct a major deformity, or as a result of an accident.
Other medical reasons to get rhinoplasty may include:
- Chronic sinus problems like nasal allergies or sinus congestion
- Inflammation from chronic allergies
- Deviated nasal septum
- Cleft lip or cleft palate
- Deformities
- Broken nose
- Injuries
- Burns
Rhinoplasty Surgery Consultation
Every rhinoplasty begins with a comprehensive, one-on-one consultation with Dr. Love or Dr. Quang. During this visit, your surgeon will review your medical history, perform a physical examination, and discuss your aesthetic goals in detail.
This consultation often includes digital imaging and photographs to evaluate your nose from multiple angles and explore potential outcomes. Because rhinoplasty is highly individualized, your surgeon will not attempt to replicate someone else’s nose—instead, they will focus on reshaping your nose to better harmonize with your natural features.
In some cases, complementary procedures such as chin augmentation or other facial enhancements may be recommended to create overall balance.
Dr. Love brings more than 30 years of rhinoplasty experience and is known for his refined aesthetic judgment and technical precision. Dr. Quang, an Oklahoma native with extensive national surgical training, approaches each consultation with a strong emphasis on education, communication, and long-term satisfaction.
The Rhinoplasty Procedure
Rhinoplasty is an outpatient procedure performed in a hospital or surgical facility and takes between 1 ½ to 3 hours. Depending on the complexity of the procedure, rhinoplasty requires general anesthesia.
Open vs. closed rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty procedures are typically performed with one of two methods or a combination of both. The methods differ in whether or not the seven structural components of the nose are separated or not.
- Open Rhinoplasty. In an open rhinoplasty, incisions are made inside the nose with an additional incision made across the skin between the nostrils. This exposes the nose’s internal structures for a better visual of the structural components and allows each component to be separated and modified individually.
- Closed Rhinoplasty. All incisions in a closed rhinoplasty are made inside the nose and the structural components are not separated.
During the procedure, the surgeon will readjust the nose by adding, removing, and shifting the bone and cartilage inside it. The skin and tissue will then be replaced over the nose and the incisions stitched up.
Rhinoplasty Surgery Recovery
There will be swelling and minor bruising following your rhinoplasty procedure and you may feel congested. To reduce this—as well as bleeding—you will need to rest with your head above your chest, avoid blowing your nose or extreme facial expressions, and avoid strenuous activities for several weeks. You will also need to refrain from wearing eyeglasses or sunglasses or pulling clothes on over your head to prevent putting pressure on your nose.
You may also experience minor bleeding or mucus drainage for a few days. Your surgeon may place a small piece of gauze called a drip pad under your nose to absorb it. The drip pad should not be tight against your nose and should be changed as directed.
You will need at least one week off from work or other obligations, after which swelling will start to go down and you will begin to feel more normal. Although most patients can resume all regular activities after two to four weeks, it may take several months for all the swelling to completely subside.
Choosing an experienced plastic surgeon for your rhinoplasty procedure
Rhinoplasty is one of the most technically demanding cosmetic procedures. Even small changes can dramatically affect your facial profile—making surgeon skill and aesthetic judgment critical.
At H/K/B Cosmetic Surgery in Oklahoma City, rhinoplasty is performed by Dr. Tim R. Love and Dr. Kenny Quang.
Dr. Love is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and brings more than 30 years of rhinoplasty experience. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and is routinely recognized as one of Oklahoma City’s top plastic surgeons.
Dr. Quang, an Oklahoma native with extensive national surgical training, brings a patient-centered approach focused on education, thoughtful planning, and results that feel natural—not overdone.
Together, they create personalized treatment plans designed to enhance your features while preserving what makes you uniquely you.
Schedule Your Rhinoplasty Consultation
A more confident you is waiting.
Call 405-751-5683 today to schedule your personalized rhinoplasty consultation with Dr. Love or Dr. Quang and take the first step toward a beautifully balanced profile.
