Rhinoplasty Colombia (Open or Closed)

2025 Rhinoplasty Prices in Barranquilla (vs USA/UK)

Thanks to lower facility costs and efficient private networks, rhinoplasty in Colombia is typically 50–70% less than major U.S./U.K. cities—without compromising standards.

Final quotes depend on complexity (cartilage work, septoplasty, grafts), anesthesia time, and whether this is a primary or revision case. See our Colombia vs USA/UK cost guide for broader benchmarks.

Open vs Closed Rhinoplasty – Which Suits You?

Open rhinoplasty uses a tiny incision at the columella, allowing full visibility for complex shaping, graft placement, and precise symmetry. Closed rhinoplasty hides all incisions inside the nostrils and works well for subtle profile refinements with quicker swelling resolution.

• Choose open if you need major tip work, grafting, revision, or structural support (common in functional + cosmetic cases).
• Choose closed if your goals are modest (dorsal hump smoothing, small tip refinement) and your anatomy allows it.

Where breathing is limited, surgeons may combine a septoplasty or turbinate reduction to improve airflow. Function and aesthetics are planned together for a cohesive result.

Ethnic & Revision Rhinoplasty

Our partner surgeons respect your heritage while refining proportion. In ethnic rhinoplasty, cartilage support and skin thickness are considered to maintain identity and balance. For revision rhinoplasty, scar tissue, prior grafts, and cartilage availability (septal/ear/rib) are carefully assessed during your virtual consultation.

Before/After Expectations & Recovery Timeline

You’ll see an immediate profile change once the splint is removed, but swelling evolves over weeks. Tip definition continues improving for months—patience is key.

• Days 1–3: Splint in place, internal packing/splints if used; saline rinses start; sleep elevated; bruising possible.
• Days 4–7: Clinic check; splint removal; taping as instructed; light walks encouraged.
• Weeks 2–4: Majority of visible swelling/bruising improves; most return to remote work with care.
• Weeks 6–12: Exercise gradually resumes; tip swelling refines; gentle scar care if open approach.
• 3–12 months: Final definition appears as tissues settle.

See more on aftercare in our Recovery Guide and housing options in Recovery Accommodation.

How Long to Stay in Colombia

Recommended stay: 10–12 days in Barranquilla for primary rhinoplasty; 12–14 days for complex/revision cases.

• Pre-op visit and photos
• Surgery day + early checks
• Splint removal and taping guidance
• Flight clearance in writing

We’ll align your dates with surgeon availability and recovery milestones. Explore the city’s calmer neighborhoods in our Why Barranquilla guide.

Rhinoplasty Colombia — FAQ

How much is rhinoplasty in Colombia?
Primary cases in Barranquilla typically range $2,300–$4,200. Revision or combined functional work costs more. You’ll receive a written quote after your virtual review.

Open or closed—how do I choose?
Closed suits subtle changes; open is preferred for complex shaping, grafts, or revision. Your surgeon will recommend what’s safest and most predictable.

Can I breathe better after surgery?
Yes—if obstruction is present, surgeons can add septoplasty/turbinate work during the same operation. Your plan balances aesthetics and function.

When will I look “public ready”?
Most patients feel comfortable 10–14 days after splint removal. Subtle swelling continues improving for months.

Is financing or staged payment possible?
Ask about deposits and split payments. See Booking & Payment Options.