Cosmetic Rhinoplasty
Reshapes the nose to improve its proportions and balance with your other facial features, aiming for a result that looks natural rather than "operated".
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Dr. Fateh Alsalem
HMS Hospital, Mirdif, Dubai, UAE
+971 50 295 3644
info@drfatehrhinoent.ae
Personalised nose surgery by Consultant ENT & Rhinoplasty Surgeon Dr. Fateh Alsalem at HMS Hospital Mirdif, planned around your facial harmony, natural-looking results and healthy nasal breathing.
Rhinoplasty is surgery that reshapes the nose by adjusting its bone, cartilage and soft tissue. It can refine the appearance of the nose, improve breathing, or do both in one operation.
As an ENT surgeon, Dr. Fateh Alsalem assesses the inside of the nose (septum, turbinates and airway) as carefully as its outer shape, so the result aims to look natural and work well.
Every nose is different. After a detailed assessment, your plan may involve one of these approaches, or a combination.
Reshapes the nose to improve its proportions and balance with your other facial features, aiming for a result that looks natural rather than "operated".
Read the complete guide
Focuses on the internal structure, such as the septum and nasal valves, to improve airflow. It can be combined with cosmetic refinements where appropriate.
Breathing & sinus care
For patients who still have cosmetic or breathing concerns after previous nose surgery. Revision is often more complex and needs careful structural planning.
About revision surgerySuitability is always confirmed during a personal consultation. In general, rhinoplasty may be suitable if you:
A clear, step-by-step process, with the same surgeon guiding you from your first visit to your final follow-up.
Discussion of your goals, medical history and a full external and internal nasal examination.
A tailored surgical plan covering technique, expected outcome, risks and recovery.
Performed at HMS Hospital Mirdif under anaesthesia, following your agreed plan.
Scheduled reviews to monitor healing and answer your questions along the way.
Recovery varies from person to person. This is a general guide. Your surgeon will give you personal instructions.
Nasal splint and some swelling, congestion and bruising are common. Rest with your head elevated and follow your aftercare instructions.
The splint is usually removed at your follow-up visit. Many people return to desk work and light daily activities.
Most visible swelling settles gradually. Strenuous exercise and contact sports are reintroduced when your surgeon advises.
Subtle swelling, especially at the tip, continues to settle and the final shape becomes more defined over time.
Timelines are approximate and depend on your procedure, anatomy and healing.
Dr. Fateh Alsalem is a Consultant Otolaryngologist and Rhinoplasty Surgeon with more than 19 years of experience across the Middle East. His ENT background means every plan considers how your nose works, not only how it looks.
Common questions from patients considering rhinoplasty in Dubai.
It depends on the complexity of the procedure. Many operations take a few hours, while revision or combined functional and cosmetic surgery can take longer. Your surgeon will explain what to expect for your plan.
Most patients describe discomfort, pressure and congestion rather than severe pain in the first days. This is usually managed with prescribed medication and by following your aftercare instructions.
If breathing problems are caused by structural issues such as a deviated septum or narrow nasal valves, functional rhinoplasty may help. An ENT examination is needed to identify the cause.
Early changes are visible once the splint is removed, but swelling settles gradually. The final shape usually becomes clear over several months and can continue refining for a year or more.
Cosmetic rhinoplasty is generally considered once facial growth is complete, typically in the late teens or older. Functional concerns may be assessed on an individual basis.
You can request an appointment through our contact form, call +971 50 295 3644, or message us on WhatsApp. Consultations are available in English and Arabic.
Meet Dr. Fateh Alsalem at HMS Hospital Mirdif, Dubai, for an honest, personalised assessment of your nose, your breathing and your goals.
Medical disclaimer: This page provides general information and is not a substitute for a personal medical consultation. Suitability, results, risks and recovery vary between individuals and will be discussed with you during your assessment.