Average Nose Job Prices in the UK

What Is A Nose Job?

A "nose job" is the most common name given to the surgery known as Rhinoplasty which is the cosmetic alteration of the nose. The term covers a broad range of re-shaping of the nasal area, which can involve reducing, or increasing the nose size, or changing the shape of the tip, or width of the bridge.

Nose jobs can also assist those who have suffered nasal injury or abnormality, or those who require restructure of the cavities to ease their breathing.

It is extremely rare for rhinoplasty to be funded by the NHS, as surgery purely for cosmetic purposes is not considered a priority. In exceptional circumstances, for medical reasons, this may be considered, but the vast majority of operations are funded by the patient themselves.

The demand for a nose job has dramatically increased in recent years, which in turn, has brought down the cost of the surgery. In the UK, you can expect to pay around £3000 for treatment but there are other factors which can affect the overall price.

The Surgeon & The Surgery

Surgeons who have significant experience in certain procedures, can very often demand more for their work. Their business usually comes by recommendation from previously satisfied clients and they are highly sought after. Surgeons with a lower level of training, or those building their reputation, tend to be cheaper.

The cost of nasal surgery in the UK will vary from county to county. As the procedure is becoming more and more popular, it is now far easier to find a local clinic able to perform the operation. Choosing a local clinic can help to keep down the cost of travelling to appointments.

The reputation of the clinic can have a major bearing on the price of the surgery. A surgery in the heart of cosmetic surgery district of London, such as Harley Street, is likely to be at the higher end of the price spectrum.

These days, it is far easier to find a suitable clinic and research prices by using search engines on the internet.

The Operation And Aftercare

As each person is different and has individual requirements for their rhinoplasty, the amount of work involved in each operation will vary from patient to patient, as will the amount of post operative treatment they require. This will all need to be factored into the overall cost.

Some clinics provide a higher level of aftercare than others. This can ensure the nose heals properly after the operation, and reduces the need for further treatment in the future. The type of anaesthetic and medication used during the operation will also affect the overall cost of the surgery.

Clinics usually offer an initial consultation prior to the operation to discuss your requirements, and identify your required outcome. At this meeting, they will discuss prices with you and tailor a cosmetic surgery package to suit you.

Many clinics offer their own finance arrangements. These can include paying an initial deposit and the balance over a 12 month period for 0% finance, or low monthly payment arrangements over as many as 3-5 years. Financing your operation will be discussed at your initial consultation. If a loan is required, some surgeries will be able to arrange this for you there and then.