How Much Does Rhinoplasty Cost in Dallas? (2026 Guide)

Medically reviewed by John L. Burns Jr., MD, FACS · Board-certified plastic surgeon · Dallas, Texas · Updated October 2026

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In this article

1. Average rhinoplasty cost in Dallas
2. What a rhinoplasty quote includes
3. What changes the cost of a nose job
4. Open vs. closed rhinoplasty
5. Primary vs. revision rhinoplasty
6. Septorhinoplasty and insurance
7. Liquid rhinoplasty cost
8. Are you a good candidate?
9. Rhinoplasty recovery timeline
10. Risks to understand
11. Rhinoplasty in Dallas: local notes
12. My approach
13. Frequently asked questions

"How much is a nose job?" is one of the first questions I hear in consultation, and it is a fair one. The honest answer is that rhinoplasty cost depends on what your nose needs. A small refinement of the tip is a very different operation from straightening a crooked nose that also blocks your breathing, and a revision after a previous surgery is different again.

Below I walk through published averages for Dallas, Texas and the U.S., what a complete quote should include, the factors that move the price up or down, when insurance may help, and how recovery and risk fit into the decision. My goal is to help you compare quotes on equal terms, not just chase the lowest number.

Average rhinoplasty cost in Dallas, Texas and the U.S.

There is no single price for a nose job, but two kinds of published numbers give you a useful frame. Patient-reported totals from RealSelf capture what people actually paid, including the facility and anesthesia. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) reports the surgeon's fee only.

Notice the gap between the surgeon's fee and the total. That difference is mostly the operating room and anesthesia, which is why a quote that lists only a surgeon's fee can look far cheaper than it really is.

What a rhinoplasty quote should include

The surgeon's fee alone is not the price you pay. When you compare nose job prices, make sure each quote covers the same things:

• Surgeon's fee for planning and performing the operation. This reflects the surgeon's training and experience.
• Operating room in an accredited surgery center or hospital. Rhinoplasty is an outpatient procedure, so you go home the same day.
• Anesthesia, usually general anesthesia; smaller procedures can sometimes be done with local anesthesia and sedation.
• Splints, medications and follow-up visits, including splint and suture removal at about one week.
• Pre-operative visits and any testing your health history requires.

If one quote is much lower than another, ask which of these items it leaves out, and who will administer your anesthesia. A lower sticker price that excludes the facility or the anesthesiologist often ends up close to, or above, an all-inclusive quote.

What changes the cost of a nose job

Every nose is different, so the cost of nose surgery follows the plan rather than a menu. These are the factors that matter most.

The amount of work your nose needs

Refining a bulbous tip, reducing a dorsal hump, narrowing a wide base, straightening a crooked nose or making the nose smaller each take different time and skill. Many patients want more than one change. Surgery typically takes 2–4 hours, and longer operating time adds to the facility and anesthesia portion of the bill. That is also why the cost of nose reduction is not a fixed number.

Surgeon experience

Rhinoplasty is one of the most demanding operations in facial surgery, because millimeters change the result. Surgeon experience is one of the main drivers of the fee, and it is the factor most worth paying for. If you are still choosing, my tips for finding the best rhinoplasty surgeon explain what to look for.

Ethnic and preservation approaches

A good rhinoplasty respects your ethnic background and keeps your result true to your face. Ethnic rhinoplasty requires a careful, individualized plan. Preservation rhinoplasty aims to keep more of the native structure, but in my experience it has limited utility and is not suitable for every nose.

Men and women

Goals often differ. Many men want a straighter, stronger profile that does not look "done." Learn more on our male rhinoplasty in Dallas page. Pricing still follows the complexity of the surgery, not gender.

Closed rhinoplasty, profile view, by Dr. Burns. Individual results vary.

Open vs. closed rhinoplasty

Patients often ask whether one technique is cheaper. The incision itself has less effect on price than the work done through it. Here is how the two compare:

Because I can see the cartilage and bone directly with the open approach, it gives me the control that most noses need. Closed rhinoplasty is a good choice for the right patient, and I will tell you at consultation which approach fits your goals.

Dorsal hump correction by Dr. Burns. Individual results vary.

Primary vs. revision rhinoplasty cost

A primary rhinoplasty is your first nose surgery. A revision corrects or improves a previous one, and it is more complex for three reasons: scar tissue makes dissection harder, cartilage is less pliable, and swelling lasts longer. Revisions usually take more time and skill, which is why they cost more.

That is the strongest financial argument for choosing the right surgeon the first time. If you are already unhappy with a previous result, read about nose jobs gone wrong and how they are corrected.

Septorhinoplasty and insurance: how much does rhinoplasty cost with insurance?

Cosmetic changes to the shape of the nose are not covered by insurance. If you also have a breathing problem, such as a deviated septum, insurance may cover the functional part of the surgery.

That combined operation is called a septorhinoplasty: the septum is straightened to improve airflow while the outside of the nose is reshaped, under one anesthetic and one recovery. In that case you pay for the cosmetic portion yourself, though coverage depends entirely on your plan, deductible and documentation of the breathing problem.

If you have trouble breathing through your nose, tell us at consultation. It changes both the surgical plan and how the cost may be divided.

How much does liquid rhinoplasty cost?

A liquid rhinoplasty in Dallas uses hyaluronic acid filler, such as Juvéderm or Restylane, to smooth a bump, lift the tip or improve symmetry. In our practice it is performed by Laura Stelk, DNP, APRN, FNP-C. Treatment typically takes 15–30 minutes with minimal downtime.

The non-surgical rhinoplasty cost depends on the type of filler and the amount needed, so we give a personalized quote. It costs less up front than surgery, but results are temporary, typically lasting 6 months to 2 years, so maintenance treatments add up over time. Filler cannot make the nose smaller or fix breathing, which is when surgery is the better investment.

Are you a good candidate for rhinoplasty?

Good candidates for nose surgery are in good health, do not smoke, and have specific, realistic goals. You may be a candidate if you want to:

• Reduce a dorsal hump or straighten a crooked nose
• Refine a bulbous, boxy or drooping tip
• Narrow a wide nasal base or adjust nostril size for balance
• Improve breathing along with appearance (septorhinoplasty)
• Correct the result of a previous nose surgery

Timing matters too: the nose should be finished growing. My guide to the best age for rhinoplasty covers teens, adults and later-in-life patients. If you are deciding between techniques, see how to choose the right rhinoplasty for you.

Rhinoplasty recovery timeline

Recovery is part of the true cost, because it determines how much time you take off work. Here is what a typical recovery looks like:

These timelines are typical estimates, not guarantees. Revision surgery usually involves longer swelling. The results of rhinoplasty are permanent, though your nose will still age naturally with the rest of your face.

Rhinoplasty by Dr. Burns. Individual results vary. See more in the before-and-after gallery.

Rhinoplasty risks to understand

Every surgery carries risk, and a careful plan is part of what you are paying for. Risks of rhinoplasty include bleeding, infection, reactions to anesthesia, changes in breathing, numbness, prolonged swelling and the possibility that a revision may be needed. As the ASPS notes, results may not be completely symmetric, although the goal is facial balance and correct proportion.

You can lower your risk by choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon, having surgery in an accredited facility, not smoking, and following your aftercare instructions closely. We review your personal risks in detail at consultation.

Rhinoplasty in Dallas: local notes

If you are comparing rhinoplasty in Dallas, a few local points are worth knowing:

• Dallas–Fort Worth averages run higher than the Texas average ($10,272 vs. $8,716 on RealSelf), so a quote well below the state figure deserves a close look at what it includes.
• Ask where your surgery will take place. Rhinoplasty should be performed in an accredited surgery center or hospital.
• Traveling from outside the Metroplex? Plan to stay through your one-week splint removal. Our guide to traveling to Dallas for plastic surgery helps with logistics.
• Read what other patients say on our patient reviews page before you book.

My approach to rhinoplasty

My goal is a nose that breathes well and looks like it has always belonged to your face. That starts with listening: what bothers you, what you want to keep, and how your nose relates to your chin, lips and cheeks. From there I build a plan around your anatomy, choose the open or closed approach that fits, and explain exactly what your quote includes.

Many patients pair nose surgery with other facial work, and the right combination can share one anesthetic and recovery. If you are also thinking about facial rejuvenation, see my facelift in Dallas page, or explore the full rhinoplasty in Dallas page for more detail on technique.

Why patients choose Dr. John Burns for rhinoplasty in Dallas

In 2024, Newsweek named Dr. Burns one of America's Best Plastic Surgeons specifically for rhinoplasty. He brings more than 25 years of facial surgery experience to every nose, from subtle refinements to complex revisions.

• Board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery; Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
• More than 25 years of experience in aesthetic plastic surgery
• First plastic surgeon in the U.S. to complete a fellowship in laser surgery, at UT Southwestern Medical Center, where he is a Clinical Instructor of Plastic Surgery
• Plastic surgery residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch (summa cum laude, Research Honors Program; Alpha Omega Alpha); microvascular training at MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Graduate of Vanderbilt University; cosmetic surgery training in Miami, Florida
• Named one of America's Best Plastic Surgeons by Newsweek (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026)
• D Magazine Best Doctors (2023, 2024, 2025, 2026) and D Magazine's "The Face of Breast Augmentation" (2024, 2025)
• Texas Monthly Super Doctors (2024)
• Medical Director of JOLA Aesthetics, an Allergan Double Black Diamond practice ranked among the top 20 in the U.S.
• Past President of the Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute
• Board of Directors and contributing surgeon, Share-A-Smile Foundation

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Sources: Dr. Burns' rhinoplasty page and liquid rhinoplasty page; RealSelf rhinoplasty cost (updated May 2024); ASPS 2024 average surgeon fees; ASPS rhinoplasty overview.

Pricing disclaimer: Prices shown are published third-party averages, not Dr. Burns' fees. They are not exact, can change, and do not constitute a quote. Your personal price is provided at consultation. This article is for education and is not medical advice. Individual results vary.