15-30 Minutes
$800+ per syringe
Same day / 1-3 days minor swelling
About Liquid Rhinoplasty at Augusta Plastic Surgery
What Liquid Rhinoplasty Can Treat
A non-surgical nose job uses filler to add volume in specific areas, which visually reshapes the nose. It is well suited to:
- Dorsal hump camouflage — filler placed above and below a bump creates a smooth profile line
- Straightening a crooked bridge — small volumes can correct mild lateral deviation
- Lifting a drooping nasal tip — filler at the base supports the tip into a more refined position
- Softening a nasal dip or saddle — fills in a concave bridge
- Improving asymmetry — evening out the appearance of previous trauma or prior rhinoplasty
- Previewing surgical rhinoplasty results — temporary filler can be used as a “test run”
What Liquid Rhinoplasty Cannot Do
Because filler adds volume, it cannot shrink a nose. Patients should seek a surgical rhinoplasty specialist if they want to reduce overall nose size, narrow wide nostrils, correct a deviated septum or breathing obstruction, or make a permanent structural change. Augusta Plastic Surgery specializes in non-surgical nose reshaping only — if you need surgical rhinoplasty, we’ll point you toward a regional specialist.
Are You a Good Candidate?
You may be a candidate for liquid rhinoplasty if you are at least 18 years old and in good general health, have realistic expectations about what filler can and cannot change, want a temporary and reversible result, and have minor cosmetic concerns such as a small bump, slight asymmetry, a low bridge, or a drooping tip. Patients who have had a prior surgical rhinoplasty may have altered blood supply to the nasal skin, which can increase the risk of vascular complications — tell us at your consultation if this applies to you.
Fillers We Use
We use only reversible hyaluronic-acid fillers in the nose (never permanent or semi-permanent products). At Augusta Plastic Surgery we typically use Juvederm Voluma or Juvederm Vollure, chosen based on your anatomy and goals. Both are FDA-approved and can be dissolved with hyaluronidase if needed.
Recovery & Aftercare
Most patients go straight back to work or errands after the appointment. You may have mild redness, small injection-point marks, and localized swelling for 1–3 days. Results are visible immediately and settle into final shape at about two weeks. Avoid pressing, massaging, or rubbing the treated area for 72 hours. Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, hot yoga, and alcohol for 24 hours. Do not wear glasses that rest on the bridge for 1–2 weeks if the bridge was treated — pressure can displace filler. Call us immediately if you notice severe pain, skin color changes (whitening or purple mottling), or vision changes.
Safety & Who Performs the Procedure
The nose is supplied by small end-arteries that share territory with the blood supply to the eye. In rare cases, filler injected into or compressing one of these vessels can cause skin necrosis or vision changes. These risks are minimized by using reversible hyaluronic-acid filler exclusively, keeping hyaluronidase on hand for immediate reversal, and following strict vascular-safety protocols.
At Augusta Plastic Surgery, liquid rhinoplasty is performed by our board-certified plastic surgeons — Dr. Christopher J. Ewart and Dr. Michael S. Tarakji — or by senior RN injectors who have completed advanced aesthetic injection training and work under direct physician oversight at our QUAD A accredited facility.
Common Concerns
- I have a small bump on the bridge of my nose
- My nasal tip looks droopy in photos
- My bridge looks slightly crooked or uneven
- I want to see how a reshaped nose would look before committing to surgery
- I don’t want surgery or weeks of downtime
- I had a prior injury and my nose has minor asymmetry
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I fly or exercise after liquid rhinoplasty?
We ask patients to avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, and hot environments for 24 hours. Flying the next day is generally fine. Avoid wearing glasses that rest on the bridge for one to two weeks if the bridge was treated.
Does liquid rhinoplasty hurt?
Most patients describe it as a brief pinching sensation. We apply topical numbing cream before the injection, and the Juvederm fillers we use also contain lidocaine, so discomfort is usually mild and short-lived.
How long does liquid rhinoplasty last?
Results from hyaluronic-acid filler in the nose typically last 9 to 18 months. Because the nose moves less than other injected areas, results often last a bit longer than the same filler used in the lips or cheeks.
Is liquid rhinoplasty a substitute for surgical rhinoplasty?
No. Liquid rhinoplasty can add volume to camouflage bumps, lift the tip, or correct mild asymmetry, but it cannot reduce the size of the nose, narrow the nostrils, or fix a breathing problem. Patients who need those changes should seek a surgical rhinoplasty specialist. Augusta Plastic Surgery does not perform surgical rhinoplasty.
Is liquid rhinoplasty reversible?
Yes. We use only hyaluronic-acid fillers (Juvederm Voluma or Vollure), which can be dissolved with an enzyme called hyaluronidase if you don’t like the result or if a complication occurs. This reversibility is one of the main reasons we never use permanent fillers in the nose.
What does liquid rhinoplasty cost in Augusta, GA?
At Augusta Plastic Surgery, liquid rhinoplasty starts at $800 per syringe, and most patients need one syringe to achieve their desired result. Exact pricing is confirmed during your in-person consultation. We accept CareCredit, PatientFi, and Cherry financing.
Which fillers do you use for liquid rhinoplasty?
We use Juvederm Voluma and Juvederm Vollure, both FDA-approved hyaluronic-acid fillers from Allergan. Your injector will recommend the specific product based on your anatomy and goals at your consultation. Both fillers are fully reversible with hyaluronidase.
Who performs liquid rhinoplasty at Augusta Plastic Surgery?
Liquid rhinoplasty at Augusta Plastic Surgery is performed by our board-certified plastic surgeons — Dr. Christopher J. Ewart and Dr. Michael S. Tarakji — or by senior RN injectors who have completed advanced aesthetic injection training and work under direct physician oversight at our QUAD A accredited facility.
Surgery Details
- Anesthesia:
- Topical numbing cream only
- Location:
- In-office at our Martinez, GA facility
- ASC Certification:
- QUAD A accredited
- Surgeons:
- Dr. Christopher J. Ewart, Dr. Michael S. Tarakji, or credentialed RN injector under physician oversight