By Dr. Asheesh Dhingra, MBBS, MS (General Surgery), DrNB (Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery), MCh (Plastic Surgery) – AIIMS New Delhi | Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
One of the most common concerns patients have before rhinoplasty surgery is: “Will I have visible scars on my nose after surgery?” It’s a valid concern — and the answer is reassuring.
Closed vs Open Rhinoplasty
Closed rhinoplasty: All incisions are made inside the nostrils. There are absolutely no external scars — no one will ever know you had surgery from looking at your nose.
Open rhinoplasty: A tiny incision is made on the columella (the strip of tissue between the nostrils). This heals to an extremely fine line that is virtually invisible within a few months.
How Scars Heal
- Week 1–2: The incision site may be slightly pink or red
- Month 1–3: The scar matures and begins to flatten and fade
- Month 6–12: The scar becomes nearly imperceptible
Dr. Asheesh Dhingra’s Approach
At Olive Skin & Aesthetics, each rhinoplasty is tailored to the individual — with due importance given to anatomy, desired correction, and both functional and aesthetic goals. Both open and closed techniques are performed meticulously, with the choice of approach guided by what will deliver the best outcome for each patient. The result is a nose that looks natural, harmonious, and uniquely yours.
