“I feel so much more confident. And even though my new nose hasn’t changed my face entirely in how I look in comparison to how I looked before, it has changed so much within me.”
Our lovely patient Karolina, 30, recently underwent the nose reshaping surgery to correct what she felt was an overly long nose that didn’t suit her face.
Her delight with her results made her the perfect person to showcase the Karidis Clinic experience in Tatler’s Beauty & Cosmetic Surgery Guide.
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Karolina's transformation
Why choose Mr Alex Karidis
Mr Karidis has become renowned as the go-to cosmetic surgeon in London. His breadth of experience across all procedures continues to inform and uplift his skills and technical ability and he was awarded the prestigious BAAPS Hackett Memorial Prize for his innovative stitching technique.
“I offer the full range of procedures because I have the breadth of training required. Having performed over 20,000 procedures over the last 25 years, our patients get the absolute maximum in terms of expertise. With an excellent repertoire of experience, my patients also have the added benefit and convenience of possibly having multiple procedures undertaken at the same time.”
The Karidis difference
Mr Alex Karidis recently celebrated 25 years since the establishment of his eponymous plastic surgery clinic, based at the excellent Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth in St John’s Wood, central London.
The hospital has a continual investment programme and boasts state-of-the-art facilities, meaning we deliver a high level of service with discretion guaranteed.
Your whole patient journey – from the consultation, the pre-surgery tests, the procedure, and all follow-ups – takes place under one roof, offering an unparalleled level of discretion that is highly prized by Mr Kardis’ discerning clientele.
Our patient stories
“When I had my follow-up with Mr Karidis, I told him he’d turned me into a monster. Now, all I do is take selfies. He has changed my life and made me so confident.”
Bridget had always hated her nose since she was bullied as a teenager and it had affected her confidence throughout her life. She proves that it’s never too late to make an important change as she chose her 60th birthday as the opportunity to undergo a rhinoplasty procedure and she is delighted with the results.
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Who is suitable for rhinoplasty?
Every patient is carefully assessed by Mr Alex Karidis, both physically and psychologically, during their consultation. Then he can advise you whether you’re suitable for this procedure. Mr Karidis will look for the following:
- You are bothered by the size or shape of your nose
- You have suffered a trauma to the nose that needs correcting
- You do not smoke and if you are near your ideal body weight
- Your nose is causing discomfort/breathing difficulties or loud snoring
- Your nose is disproportionate to the rest of your face
- You are in generally good physical fitness and have realistic expectations about the results
What does rhinoplasty surgery involve?
The rhinoplasty is a challenging and often life-changing procedure so it is essential to choose an experienced and technically skilled surgeon who will listen carefully to your concerns and expectations. He will always aim to deliver a natural and harmonious result that enhances facial balance.
Depending on the techniques used, a rhinoplasty can correct a hump or irregularity on the bridge of the nose, make the nose smaller, slimmer or more prominent, shorten or reshape the tip, narrow the nostrils, and change the angle of the nose. It can also improve function by correcting breathing issues and alleviating snoring and sleep apnoea.
Nose Reshaping Surgery FAQs
Mr Alex Karidis is one of London’s leading rhinoplasty surgeons and has performed thousands of procedures. Based on his experience, these are the most commonly asked questions during a consultation.
If we’ve not answered your questions, get in touch to arrange a consultation with Mr Karidis. Or, if you’ve already had a consultation but you have further queries, we offer free follow-up meetings with Alex either by Zoom or in person for the first year after your initial consultation.
This is a common concern, yet there is virtually no pain after rhinoplasty surgery. There may be some discomfort due to the swelling of the nasal passages and patients often say the least pleasant part is removing the padding the day after surgery.
This is a more difficult question to answer, as every patient heals differently. In the first couple of weeks after surgery there can be a great deal of swelling and over the next few months it will continue to reduce. However, there may still be some small residual swelling that persists for up to a year so it’s important to wait till this point to evaluate your final outcome.
During an open rhinoplasty Mr Alex Karidis will make a small incision between the nostrils to reveal the nasal structure, whereas in a closed rhinoplasty all the incisions are made within the nose. Although the latter means no visible scarring, an open rhinoplasty is often required particularly if the nasal tip needs sculpting. Any scarring also usually heals very well. Mr Alex Karidis will be able to advise which approach best suits your needs.
You will not be able to drive yourself home after surgery as you still be under the influence of the anaesthetic. Most patients feel capable of driving three to five days after surgery.
Exercise increases your heart rate and blood pressure and, as well as the risk of nose bleeds, it increases swelling of the nasal tissues that can negatively impact your results. We advise patients to introduce light exercise between four to six weeks after surgery.
You will however need to avoid any contact sports for three months, while the nasal bones heal completely.
What's included in your quote?
At Karidis Clinic, every patient is a VIP and our patient care is constantly evolving to ensure that we are offering an outstanding experience.
- Dedicated Patient Co-ordinator, as a personal point of contact through your journey with Karidis Clinic
- All consultations, tests, procedures and check-ups performed under one roof
- 24/7 on call nurse assistance
- Dedicated Karidis Clinic surgical nurse
- Surgery is performed at the highly rated Hospital of St John & St Elizabeth
- Mr Karidis has been working with his two anaesthetists for over 20 years
- A pre-operative medical assessment to ensure you are fit for surgery
- Complimentary compression garments if required
- Complimentary HydraFacial following your recovery
- Comprehensive aftercare including multiple follow-up appointments
- 10% off your first non-surgical appointment (excluding injectables)
