Are You a Candidate? - Nose Job (Rhinoplasty) Consultation Information from Our Dallas-Fort Worth Practice in Texas
The best candidates for rhinoplasty have realistic expectations about what surgery can accomplish. When prospective patients visit our Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas practice for a nasal surgery consultation with Dr. Jack P. Gunter and Dr. C. Spencer Cochran, they are carefully assessed to ensure that they are physically, emotionally, and financially prepared to undergo this major cosmetic procedure.
The nose job specialists at our Dallas-Fort Worth practice in Texas feel that a thorough consultation is vital for reaching a positive outcome. During this meeting, our surgeons thoroughly examine each patient and determine if the patient is a good candidate for nasal surgery. The doctor will explain the surgery and create an individualized surgical plan to achieve your desired goals. He will also provide detailed pre- and postoperative instructions, which should be followed carefully to allow a speedy recovery and minimize the chances of complications.
Internet Consultation
Because we frequently serve nose job patients who do not live in the Dallas and Fort Worth areas of Texas, the Gunter Center for Aesthetics & Cosmetic Surgery has developed an optional Internet Consultation to determine your eligibility before you visit our Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas office. This online nasal surgery consultation helps Dr. Gunter or Dr. Cochran assess whether you are a good rhinoplasty candidate, the degree to which they can ultimately address your individual situation, and can save you a trip to Dallas if you are not a good candidate for rhinoplasty. If you are interested in completing an Internet Consultation, please carefully follow the instructions on the right side of your screen.
A $200 Internet Consultation fee must be sent with your photos and forms. If Dr. Gunter or Dr. Cochran feels that you are a good candidate for nasal surgery, we will email you information about what the goals of the surgery should be, how we propose to achieve those goals, and the estimated cost of the procedure. If Dr. Gunter or Dr. Cochran feels that you are not a good candidate, your money will be returned.
If you are interested in a secondary rhinoplasty consultation, be aware that our doctors will not be able to fully review your case unless a full 12 months have elapsed since your last nasal surgery.
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General Health
Before undergoing any elective surgery, it is imperative that you be in good general health; this will minimize recovery time and reduce the risk of complications. Your safety and wellbeing are our doctors’ highest priorities, and they want to ensure that your nasal surgery goes smoothly and that your health is not compromised during the procedure. For this reason, you must provide a complete medical history during your consultation. If there are any concerns about your overall health, our doctors will request that you obtain approval from your general physician prior to scheduling surgery.
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Realistic Expectations
We cannot stress enough how important it is that a patient have realistic expectations about the outcome of aesthetic surgery. While rhinoplasty can significantly improve your appearance, it won’t completely change your life. As dramatic as the cosmetic effects of nasal surgery can be, it is not a cure-all. It is simply a means of enhancing and refining your appearance. Those who come to our Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas-area office with a positive, healthy attitude and a reasonable understanding of what a nose job can accomplish are generally quite pleased with their results.
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Financial Readiness
Aside from the physical and emotional considerations, financial matters are often the most significant factor in determining a patient’s candidacy for aesthetic surgery. It is imperative that a patient be able to manage the cost of the procedure without jeopardizing his or her overall financial stability. If nasal surgery is medically necessary (to correct breathing problems, for example), insurance may cover part of the cost. However, surgery that is performed for cosmetic reasons must be paid for by the patient.
The overall cost of the procedure depends on the complexity of each case. Generally, primary rhinoplasty is simpler and therefore much less expensive than secondary rhinoplasty, which can be complex and involve extensive grafting.
The Gunter Center for Aesthetics & Cosmetic Surgery accepts cash, direct wires, verified checks, MasterCard®, Visa®, American Express®, and CareCredit®. We collect the surgeon and anesthesia fees ONLY. You must pay the facility fee directly to Texas Institute for Surgery.
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Contact Our Office
To schedule an in-person nose job consultation, please contact our Dallas-Fort Worth practice in Texas. Nose job experts Dr. Jack P. Gunter or Dr. C. Spencer Cochran will be happy to meet with you to discuss your candidacy and goals.
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Instructions for Internet Consultations:
- Completely fill out and submit the Rhinoplasty Information Form.
- Have the six required pre-operative photos taken. These should be headshots (not full-body) and include two side views, two three-quarter views, one forward facing, and one with the head tilted back, showing the bottom of the nose. Please view the examples below as reference.
In order for our doctors to adequately assess your candidacy, the photos must be taken in good lighting against a solid-colored background. There should be no shadows on the face. You can take the photos at home, using any camera with a zoom lens, by fully zooming in on the face. However, ordinary point-and-shoot cameras are not recommended because they distort the face too much for the resulting photos to be helpful. You may also have the pictures taken at any portrait studio. - Submit the completed forms and photos to our office along with the $200 consultation fee. (Payment will be applied to the consultation fee if you are a good candidate; if not, it will be returned.) The forms and photos can be emailed to Jennifer@gunter-center.com or sent via U.S. mail, FedEx, or UPS to:
Gunter Center for Aesthetics & Cosmetic Surgery
8144 Walnut Hill Ln., Suite 170
Dallas, TX 75231 - Our office will contact you via email with the results of your screening Internet Consultation.
We offer financing through CareCredit®. For more information please click here.