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Nose reshaping and breathing correction by an ENT surgeon and a plastic surgeon — from ₹80,000.
Rhinoplasty is surgery that changes the shape of the nose, improves breathing, or both. At Kezza Clinic in Jaipur it is performed by Dr. Mandhata Sharma, an ENT, rhinoplasty and head & neck surgeon (MS ENT, MAMC Delhi), and Dr. Nakul Somani, a visiting aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgeon. Rhinoplasty starts from ₹80,000; your exact quote is given after a face-to-face consultation.
See rhinoplasty cost and what changes itRhinoplasty at Kezza is performed by Dr. Mandhata Sharma (ENT & rhinoplasty) and Dr. Nakul Somani (plastic surgery). You meet the surgeon who will operate before any decision is made.
Rhinoplasty, often called a nose job, is an operation that reshapes the bone and cartilage of the nose. It can make the nose smaller or, less often, larger; straighten a crooked nose; remove a bump on the bridge; refine or lift the tip; or narrow wide nostrils. When surgery on the septum — the wall of cartilage and bone between the nostrils — is added to help you breathe, it is called a septorhinoplasty.
There are two main approaches. In a closed rhinoplasty all the cuts are made inside the nostrils. In an open rhinoplasty there is also a small cut across the strip of skin between the nostrils (the columella), which gives the surgeon a direct view of the tip. Your surgeon recommends the approach that suits the changes you want.
According to the NHS, the operation usually takes 1.5 to 3 hours and is normally done under general anaesthesia. A splint is taped over the nose for about a week, and it can take months for the final shape to show, because swelling settles slowly — especially at the tip.
Shape and function are closely linked: reducing a nose can narrow the airway, and a deviated septum can make a nose look crooked. That is why it helps that rhinoplasty at Kezza is led by an ENT surgeon, who looks at how your nose works as well as how it looks.
Rhinoplasty at Kezza starts from ₹80,000. Every nose is different, so the final cost is confirmed after the surgeon has examined you and agreed the plan with you.
The starting price is for rhinoplasty at Kezza Clinic as confirmed in October 2026. Your quote depends on the plan agreed at consultation.
Ask about your quoteMost people come with one or two specific concerns. Your surgeon will tell you which changes are possible for your nose and which are not.
A good result starts with the right reasons and the right timing.
Under-18s are assessed with a parent or guardian, and surgeons usually wait until the nose has stopped growing. If worries about your appearance are affecting daily life, it is worth talking them through before any cosmetic surgery.
From the first conversation to your final review.
The surgeon examines the outside and inside of your nose, asks about breathing, injuries and previous surgery, and talks through what you would like to change. Photographs may be taken for planning.
You agree on the changes and the approach (open or closed), and receive your quote. Routine blood tests and a fitness check for anaesthesia are arranged.
Stop smoking, avoid medicines that increase bleeding only as your doctor advises, and arrange for someone to take you home and stay with you.
The operation is usually done under general anaesthesia. A splint is placed on your nose, sometimes with soft packing inside for a short time.
Keep your head raised, use cold compresses around (not on) the nose, avoid blowing your nose and bending, and take the medicines prescribed.
The splint and any stitches are usually removed after about a week. Follow-up visits check healing while the swelling settles.
A general guide based on NHS advice. Your surgeon will give you instructions for your own operation.
Swelling and bruising around the eyes, a blocked feeling and some soreness are normal.
The splint and stitches usually come off after about a week.
Many people return to desk work within 2 weeks, once bruising has faded.
Avoid strenuous exercise and contact sports for 4 to 6 weeks.
Swelling can take up to 6 months to go completely; fine changes at the tip can continue for up to a year.
Filler injections are sometimes called a 'liquid nose job'. They can disguise small irregularities, but they are not a substitute for surgery.
| Surgical rhinoplasty | Filler ('non-surgical') rhinoplasty | |
|---|---|---|
| What it can do | Reduce, straighten, narrow or refine the nose by reshaping bone and cartilage | Add volume to smooth a small bump or lift the tip; it cannot make a nose smaller |
| Breathing problems | Can be corrected at the same time (septorhinoplasty) | Cannot help breathing |
| How long it lasts | Long-lasting, although the nose still changes with age | Temporary — usually months |
| Recovery | Splint for about a week; up to 2 weeks off work; swelling settles over months | Little downtime |
| Main risks | Surgical and anaesthetic risks; some people need revision surgery | Rare but serious: filler blocking a blood vessel, which can damage skin and, very rarely, vision |
Every operation carries some risk. Knowing them helps you make an informed choice and spot problems early.
Contact the clinic urgently if you have heavy bleeding that does not stop, a high temperature, increasing pain or swelling, or difficulty breathing after surgery.
Both surgeons consult at our Jaipur clinic. You can ask to see either of them.
ENT and head & neck surgeon with an MS from Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi, and specialised experience in rhinoplasty and endoscopic ENT procedures.
Young, skilled and qualified aesthetic and reconstructive surgeon, trained in plastic surgery at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi, with a fellowship at Cocoona, Dubai.
At Kezza Clinic, rhinoplasty starts from ₹80,000. The final cost depends on whether you need cosmetic reshaping only or septorhinoplasty for breathing as well, whether it is a first operation or a revision, whether cartilage grafts are needed, and anaesthesia and operating time. You receive your quote after a consultation.
Rhinoplasty is performed by Dr. Mandhata Sharma, an ENT, rhinoplasty and head & neck surgeon with an MS in ENT from Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi, and by Dr. Nakul Somani, a visiting aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgeon trained at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi, with a fellowship at Cocoona, Dubai. Both consult at our Jaipur clinic.
The operation is done under general anaesthesia, so you do not feel it. Afterwards most people describe pressure, a blocked nose and soreness rather than severe pain, and this is usually controlled with the medicines your surgeon prescribes.
The splint usually stays on for about a week. Many people return to desk work within 2 weeks, and you should avoid strenuous exercise and contact sports for 4 to 6 weeks. Swelling can take up to 6 months to go completely, and small changes at the tip can continue for up to a year.
If a deviated septum or another problem inside the nose is blocking your breathing, it can often be corrected in the same operation. This is called septorhinoplasty. Because Dr. Mandhata Sharma is an ENT surgeon, breathing is assessed at your consultation along with the shape of your nose.
In a closed rhinoplasty all the cuts are inside the nostrils, so there is no visible scar. In an open rhinoplasty there is a small scar across the columella, the strip of skin between the nostrils, which usually fades well over time.
Surgeons usually wait until the nose has stopped growing, which is typically by the late teens. Most cosmetic rhinoplasty is done in adults. Under-18s are assessed with a parent or guardian.
Changes to the bone and cartilage are long-lasting, but your nose will still change gradually with age, and an injury can alter it. Most of the shape is visible within a few months, and the final result takes up to a year to settle.
Tell us what you would like to change about your nose and whether you have any breathing problems. The team will arrange a consultation with Dr. Mandhata Sharma or Dr. Nakul Somani at our Jaipur clinic.
This page is general information from Kezza Hair & Skin Clinic and does not replace a consultation. Suitability, number of sessions and results differ from person to person.