Rhinoplasty in Islamabad with Dr. Umbreen Munir Minhas is planned around three things: the shape of your nose, how well you breathe, and the balance of your whole face.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Umbreen Munir Minhas, MBBS, FCPS (Plastic Surgery). Last updated October 2026.
Rhinoplasty, often called a nose job, changes the size, shape or angle of your nose by reshaping its bone and cartilage. When the septum is straightened in the same operation to improve airflow, it is called septorhinoplasty.
The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) recorded about 1 million rhinoplasties worldwide in 2024, and 60% of those patients were aged 18 to 34.
A hump, a wide bridge or a heavy tip can make the nose look too large for the face. South Asian noses often have thicker skin and a wider nostril base, so the plan has to respect that anatomy.
The septum, the wall between your nostrils, is bent to some degree in about 3 out of 4 adults. Surgery is only considered when that bend actually blocks airflow, causes snoring or forces mouth breathing.
The nose is the most commonly broken bone in the face, accounting for 40 to 58% of facial fractures. A fresh break is reset within 2 weeks, while a healed crooked nose is corrected after about 6 months.
Cleft lip and palate affects about 1 in every 417 to 523 babies born in Pakistan. Even after early repair, a flattened nostril or bent septum often remains and can be corrected once facial growth is complete.
A pinched tip, a collapsed bridge or new breathing trouble can follow earlier surgery. A second operation, called revision rhinoplasty, is usually planned at least a year after the first one, once the tissues have softened.
A small cut across the columella, the strip of skin between your nostrils, gives a full view of the cartilage. It leaves a fine line under the tip that usually fades within a year.
Every incision stays inside the nostrils, so there is no outside scar. It suits smaller changes, such as a modest hump or slight tip refinement, where grafts are not needed.
The bump of bone and cartilage on your bridge is filed down to straighten the profile. If the bridge then looks wide, controlled bone cuts called osteotomies bring the nasal bones closer together.
Stitches and small cartilage grafts reshape the two lower cartilages that form your tip. This narrows a bulbous tip or supports one that droops when you smile or talk.
Alar base reduction removes a small wedge of skin where each nostril meets the cheek. It reduces flare, and the scars sit in the natural crease beside each nostril.
Your result depends on skin thickness, cartilage strength and how you heal. Thick skin softens the outline, so a very sharp, narrow tip is not always possible. The photos below are shared with patient consent.
Dr. Umbreen examines your nose from the front, both sides and below. She checks the septum and airflow, then looks at your chin and forehead, because they change how the nose appears.
You will need routine blood tests and an anesthesia check. Stop smoking 4 to 6 weeks before surgery, and stop aspirin and herbal supplements 2 weeks before unless told otherwise.
The operation is done under general anesthesia and takes 1 to 3 hours. Bone and cartilage are reshaped, the skin is redraped, and a protective splint is fixed on your nose.
Most patients leave the same day or after one night. Soft supports inside the nose mean you will breathe through your mouth at first, so bring someone to take you home.
| Time After Surgery | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| First 3 days | Swelling and bruising around the eyes peak, and your nose feels blocked. |
| Day 7 | The splint and any outside stitches are removed in clinic. |
| Weeks 1 to 2 | Most people return to office work or college. |
| Weeks 4 to 6 | Gym workouts resume and glasses can rest on your nose again. |
| Month 3 | About 90% of the swelling has gone. |
| Month 12 | The tip settles and your final shape is clear. |
For the first 2 weeks, sleep with your head on 2 or 3 pillows and avoid blowing your nose. Use SPF 30 sunscreen on your nose every day for the first year.
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons lists 9 recognised risks, and Dr. Umbreen goes through each one before you sign consent. Surgery is postponed if diabetes or blood pressure is not controlled.
Published studies show that 5 to 15% of rhinoplasties lead to a second, usually smaller, operation to adjust the shape.
Surgery cannot copy a celebrity’s nose onto your face or make both sides exactly equal. A weak chin also makes any nose look bigger, and that is corrected at the chin, not the nose.
Your fee is confirmed after consultation, once the surgical plan is fixed. Ask for one written estimate that covers the surgeon, anesthesia and hospital.
| Factor | How It Affects Your Fee |
|---|---|
| Extent of change | Tip work alone costs less than reshaping the bridge and tip together. |
| Septum correction | Fixing breathing adds a separate step to the operation. |
| Previous surgery | Revision may need ear or rib cartilage and more theatre time. |
| Hospital stay | Going home the same day costs less than an overnight stay. |
Quotes for nose surgery in Pakistan vary widely, so always compare what each one includes rather than the headline price.
Dr. Umbreen trained in both cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. Her public profile lists cleft, burns, flap and skin graft work, which demands the same careful handling of cartilage and skin as nose surgery.
Non-surgical rhinoplasty uses dermal filler to hide a small bump or lift the tip, without any cutting.
| Feature | Rhinoplasty | Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty |
|---|---|---|
| Can it make the nose smaller? | Yes | No, filler only adds volume |
| Fixes breathing or a crooked septum? | Yes | No |
| Treatment | Surgery in an operating theatre | Injections in about 20 to 30 minutes |
| How long it lasts | Long term | Usually up to about a year |
| Cost pattern | One higher fee | Lower fee, repeated over time |
Filler in the nose carries a rare risk of blocking a blood vessel, and around 200 cases of filler-related vision loss have been published. It should only be injected by a trained doctor.
Consultations are held privately at Omer Diagnostic & Specialist Clinics (ODC), 12-A, LG Floor, CBC Plaza, G-8 Markaz, Islamabad, Monday to Friday from 3:00 to 5:00 PM.
Bring 2 or 3 clear photos of your nose, any earlier surgery reports and a list of your medicines.
Most patients describe pressure and a stuffy nose rather than sharp pain. The discomfort is usually mild to moderate, is controlled with prescribed painkillers, and eases within about a week.
The changes to bone and cartilage are long lasting and do not wear off like filler. Your nose will still age with the rest of your face, and a later injury can alter the result.
The nose usually stops growing around 16 in girls and 17 in boys. Cosmetic surgery waits until growth is complete, and many surgeons prefer 18 or older unless there is a breathing problem.
Plan surgery at least 6 months before the wedding. By then bruising has long gone, most swelling has settled, and your nose will look natural in close-up photos and on video.
Yes. Chin augmentation and eyelid surgery are often done under the same anesthesia. Combining them means one recovery period, though the operation becomes longer and the fee changes.
Look for an FCPS in Plastic Surgery and PMDC registration. Ask to see consented photos of noses like yours, and choose a surgeon who checks your breathing and explains what cannot be changed.
Patient guides on rhinoplasty from Dr. Umbreen’s blog.
Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes the bone and cartilage inside the nose. It corrects appearance. It fixes breathing problems. It typically costs between PKR 150000 and 400000 depending on complexity. It usually requires about 7 to 14 days
Rhinoplasty in Pakistan typically costs between PKR 150000 and 400000 for a primary cosmetic procedure. Functional rhinoplasty combined with septum correction usually costs more. Revision rhinoplasty costs the most due to added complexity and grafting needs. The final price depends
In the first 48 hours there is peak swelling and bruising around the eyes along with mild pain that is managed with prescribed medication. By day 7 the external splint and any stitches are removed. Most bruising fades within two
