The nose is the most prominent feature on the face, second only to the eyes. The size and shape of the nose are considered the most defining characteristic of the face.

Rhinoplasty is the reshaping of the nose.  It can be performed on an outpatient basis under local or general anesthesia.  The procedure usually takes an hour or two, although a complicated procedure may take longer.  Most incisions are made inside the nose, where they are not visible.  The skin and tissues of the nose, along with the underlying bone and cartilage, are sculpted to a desired new shape.  In certain circumstances, the contour of the nose can be improved by adding tissue.

Often, only nasal tip correction, which can be performed under local anesthesia, is necessary to elevate (or refine) the tip of the nose

Radiesse is an injectable, calcium containing material, similar to that found in bone.  Radiesse can be injected into areas of the nose which requires reshaping such as sunken base of the nose or it can be used to elevate the tip of the nose.  The initial injection lasts for approximately six months and subsequent injections last longer, due to a build up of tissue around the calcium particles.

Dr. Becker is a pioneer in nasal reshaping using injectable Bioform (Radiesse).  He lectured on this topic at The Annual Meeting of the Aesthetic Society in Orlando Florida in April 2006.