Rhinoplasty Sydney
Dr. Barnouti (MED: 0001192783) is a Board-Certified Specialist Plastic Surgeon with 25 years of experience performing advanced cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS), a member of ASAPS, and serves as a Senior Lecturer at the University of NSW.
Dr. Barnouti operates out of leading, fully accredited Sydney hospitals with a strict focus on patient safety.
Rhinoplasty — also called a nose job — is a surgical procedure to reshape the nose for aesthetic balance, functional breathing, or both. Dr Laith Barnouti is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS Plas), with 25 years of surgical experience across three Sydney clinics: Glebe, Chatswood, and Parramatta.
Why Consider Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes the nose. It can refine the nasal tip, reduce or correct a dorsal hump, straighten a deviated septum, or address asymmetry caused by injury or anatomy. At Sydney Plastic Surgery, every rhinoplasty is customised to the patient’s nasal structure, facial proportions, and functional needs.
Patients choose rhinoplasty for a range of reasons:
- Aesthetic: Refining the tip, bridge, or nostrils
- Size: Reducing or increasing nasal size
- Correction: Addressing a hump, droop, or deviation
- Breathing: Relieving a deviated septum or enlarged turbinates
- Revision: Refining results from a previous rhinoplasty
Six Rhinoplasty Techniques, Selected for Your Anatomy
The right technique depends on your nasal structure, your goals, and whether functional issues are also being addressed. Dr Barnouti discusses each option at consultation and recommends the approach best suited to your individual case.
Open Rhinoplasty
Uses a small incision at the base of the columella — the tissue between the nostrils — for improved visibility during complex structural work.
Closed Rhinoplasty
All incisions are made inside the nostrils, leaving no visible external scars. Suited to patients who need tip refinement without major structural reconstruction.
Septoplasty
Corrects a deviated septum to restore breathing through both nostrils. Often combined with aesthetic rhinoplasty so both function and form are addressed in a single surgery.
Turbinate Reduction
Reduces enlarged turbinates that obstruct airflow. Commonly performed alongside septoplasty or rhinoplasty to improve nasal breathing.
Augmentation Rhinoplasty
Uses the patient’s own cartilage or implants to enhance nasal projection, bridge height, or tip definition. Frequently requested in Asian rhinoplasty.
Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty
Dermal fillers can refine minor imperfections such as a small dorsal bump. Results are temporary and suitable only for subtle corrections, not major reshaping.
Why Dr Barnouti
Dr Laith Barnouti is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS Plas) — the highest surgical qualification available in Australia for plastic surgery — and holds formal academic, hospital, and society memberships that underpin every consultation.
01. Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons — FRACS (Plas)
The highest surgical qualification available in Australia for plastic surgery. Requires a minimum of 12 years of medical and surgical education, including at least 5 years of accredited specialist training.
02. Senior Lecturer — University of New South Wales
Academic appointment in medicine and surgery at UNSW, contributing to the training and education of medical students and surgical registrars.
03. International Fellowship Training — Brazil, Sweden, Belgium, USA, France
Advanced training at the Ivo Pitanguy Clinic (Rio de Janeiro), the Centre of Body and Buttock Plastic Surgery (São Paulo), Akademiklinken (Stockholm), Gent (Belgium), Dr Daniel Baker’s facelift clinic (New York), and Paris Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
04. Published Author
Your Guide to Modern Plastic Surgery and Your Guide to Breast Surgery — patient references including a dedicated chapter on rhinoplasty technique and planning. Both available on Amazon.
05. Accredited Hospital Appointments
Specialist Plastic Surgeon appointments at Hunters Hill Private, North Shore Specialist Day Hospital, and Westmead Private Hospitals. All surgeries performed in fully accredited NSW facilities compliant with AHPRA and NSW Health standards.
06. Research in Social Media Body Image Disorder (SMBID)
Dr Barnouti’s research on SMBID contributes to the global conversation about patient mental health in cosmetic surgery — part of his commitment to only recommending surgery when it is in the patient’s best interest.
What Rhinoplasty Costs in Sydney
| Procedure | Price Estimate | Conditions / Comments |
|---|
| Rhinoplasty | $10,990-$14,990 | This price covers the cost of the surgery, anaesthetic & 6 weeks follow up. If Private hospital cover does not apply, plan for additional hospital costs of around $4,000. If applicable, you may get around $600 rebate back from Medicare. |
| Septorhinoplasty (incl. turbinate reduction if required) | $13,990-$18,990 | This price covers the cost of the surgery, anaesthetic & 6 weeks follow up. If Private hospital cover does not apply, plan for additional hospital costs of around $4,900. If applicable, you may get around $900 rebate back from Medicare. |
| Nasal Alar reduction | $2,200 one side $4,200 both sides |
Out patient procedure using local anaesthetic. |
A personalised quote with full financial disclosure is provided after your consultation. Pricing varies depending on the complexity of the procedure and whether functional components (such as septoplasty) are included. There are no hidden fees.
What’s included
Surgeon fees · Anaesthetist fees · Hospital and theatre fees · Post-operative follow-up appointments · Nasal splint and dressings.
Medicare eligibility
Medicare rebates may apply when rhinoplasty addresses a functional issue such as a deviated septum causing breathing difficulty. Purely cosmetic rhinoplasty is not Medicare-eligible.
Consultation fee
$300. With a GP referral, a Medicare rebate of $70–$104 may apply depending on your referral and private health fund.
Payment plans
Sydney Plastic Surgery does not promote or advertise payment plans, in line with AHPRA’s Guidelines for Advertising Regulated Health Services.
What to Expect After Surgery
Recovery is individual, but the following milestones represent a typical post-operative progression for rhinoplasty patients at Sydney Plastic Surgery. Dr Barnouti provides personalised guidance throughout your healing.
First 24–48 hours
Nasal splint or cast is applied. Cold compresses are recommended to minimise swelling. Rest is essential.
Days 2–3
Bruising and swelling peak and then begin to subside over the following week.
Days 5–7
Stitches (where present) are typically removed. Most visible bruising has resolved by day 10.
Week 2
Most patients return to non-physical work after 7 days.
Week 4
Avoid vigorous exercise, bending, and heavy lifting for a full 4 weeks.
Week 6
Contact sports and activities with risk of nasal impact should be avoided for at least 6 weeks.
Patient Safety — April 2026 AHPRA Regulations
Under the April 2026 AHPRA and Medical Board of Australia regulations, specific safeguards apply to all patients seeking cosmetic or reconstructive surgery in Australia. At Sydney Plastic Surgery these are central to the consultation process.
01. GP Referral Mandatory
A GP referral is required before any cosmetic or reconstructive surgical consultation. Your referral also enables Medicare rebate eligibility.
02. Two Consultations
A minimum of two consultations is required before surgery can be scheduled, giving you time and structure to make an informed decision.
03. 7-Day Cooling-Off
A mandatory seven-day cooling-off period applies after your initial consultation before any surgery can be booked.
04. Psychological Assessment
A medical and psychological history form is completed at consultation — part of Dr Barnouti’s commitment to patient welfare.
Mandatory Surgical Warning
Surgical Warning: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. Please read our Risks and Complications of Plastic Surgery page.
GP Referral & Assessment Requirements
In accordance with the latest April 2026 AHPRA and Medical Board of Australia regulations, all patients seeking a consultation for cosmetic surgery must obtain a referral from their General Practitioner (GP). This ensures your medical history is reviewed by an independent doctor who can discuss your motivations and goals before you meet with a specialist.
A mandatory seven-day cooling-off period applies after your initial consultation before surgery can be booked. Patients are also encouraged to seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner before proceeding. These requirements exist to protect patients and to ensure every decision is fully informed and free of pressure.
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Dr. Barnouti (MED: 0001192783) is a Board-Certified Specialist Plastic Surgeon with 25 years of experience performing advanced cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS), a member of ASAPS, and serves as a Senior Lecturer at the University of NSW.
Dr. Barnouti operates out of leading, fully accredited Sydney hospitals with a strict focus on patient safety.
Dr. Barnouti (MED: 0001192783)