During a closed rhinoplasty, Dr. Lerman will make a small incision hidden inside the nose. This approach results in absolutely no visible postsurgical scarring because all incisions are made in the interior of the nose. However, this approach has limitations. It can be performed to address obstructed airways, minor nasal tip problems, or a bump on the bridge of the nose.

While the closed approach is ideal for certain cases, Dr. Lerman will recommend the open approach if it better addresses your cosmetic and functional concerns. He will determine the best approach during your consultation at our Manhattan or Westchester County offices.

In the open rhinoplasty procedure, Dr. Lerman will make a small incision across the columella, the small piece of tissue between the nostrils. This approach offers better access to the nasal bones and cartilage so more significant aesthetic changes can be made. The soft tissues that cover the nose are exposed and gently raised so Dr. Lerman can reshape the nose structure. In addition, this approach allows Dr. Lerman to build up the nose.

Using cartilage harvested from other areas of the body, such as the septum or ear, Dr. Lerman can augment abnormal nasal structures and straighten them to improve symmetry and respiration.

▶ Board-Certification

One of the most important attributes a plastic surgeon can have is board certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Oren Lerman is a board-certified plastic surgeon who has earned a medical degree and completed the requisite training from accredited institutions. He has also passed a difficult peer review and testing process to achieve this status for the benefit of his patients.

▶ Advanced Training

In addition to a primary surgical fellowship, Dr. Lerman also completed an extra clinical fellowship in advanced microvascular surgery and breast reconstruction. This has greatly contributed to his skill in performing reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgical techniques, which naturally complement one another and further his ability to achieve successful outcomes through nose surgery and other procedures.

▶ Hospital & Teaching Roles

Dr. Lerman is an attending physician at Lenox Hill Hospital, director of breast reconstruction at Lenox Hill Hospital's Institute for Comprehensive Breast Care, and director of the Microvascular and Cosmetic Breast Fellowship, where he oversees DIEP flap breast reconstruction training for the next generation of surgeons. He is also an Assistant Clinical Professor at the NYU School of Medicine.

▶ Professional Affiliations

Dr. Lerman is the past president and current member of the New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons. He also maintains memberships in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery, and Medical Society of the State of New York. These commitments further illustrate his commitment to ongoing education in the field of plastic surgery.

Dr. Lerman brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep personal commitment to every patient. And his credentials go well beyond board certification alone. Dr. Lerman:

• Travels internationally to train other plastic surgeons. In late 2021, he trained staff at the Soroka Medical Center, Israel's leading healthcare institution, in cutting-edge plastic surgery techniques.
• Is director of breast reconstruction at Lenox Hill Hospital's Institute for Comprehensive Breast Care as well as the Microvascular and Cosmetic Breast Fellowship.

If you are looking for a plastic surgeon who is highly trained on the cutting edge of the field, reach out to Dr. Lerman and his Manhattan, NY, team. You can leave us a message or call:

Our Crisalix 3D imaging system overcomes a major communication hurdle in plastic surgery. Patients have long struggled to use words to "paint" an accurate picture of their wishes.

They often resort to flipping through before-and-after pictures of other patients to better explain their thoughts. But a picture of a nose on someone else's face can't show how it will look on your own.

The Crisalix 3D imaging allows us to create a 3D image of your face and then alter the nose to try on different shapes to see how they work with your profile. With your face displayed on a shared screen and adjusted as you talk, communication is no longer limited to individual imaginations.

You'll also have access to the simulated results after your consultation so you have time to reflect on the changes and share them with family and friends before making a final selection.

Our advanced imaging technology:

• ▶ Allows you to discuss your preferences with Dr. Lerman and then see the results in real time on a virtual image of your face
• ▶ Lets you try on different looks so you can compare the different versions. You can adjust the width, the angle of the nasal tip, and other features of your nose
• ▶ Helps you see the changes from every angle for a more comprehensive digital approximation