Facial Plastic Surgery · Vancouver, BC

Expert Rhinoplasty
in Vancouver, BC

Dr. Thomas Buonassisi, FRCSC, is one of Canada's most experienced facial plastic surgeons — with over 2,500 rhinoplasty procedures and 20 years of specialised practice.

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FRCSC — Royal College Board Certified
2,500+ Rhinoplasty Procedures
20+ Years Exclusive Practice
4.8/5 · 900+ Verified Reviews
Dr. Thomas Buonassisi — 8 West Clinic
2,500+
Rhinoplasty procedures
20+
Years specialised practice
FRCSC
Royal College certified
4.8/5
900+ verified reviews
Free · 5 Minutes · No Obligation

The first step
takes 5 minutes.

Complete our pre-assessment and Dr. Buonassisi's team will review your submission personally — before you ever step into the clinic.

About Consultations

Strictly confidential · Reviewed by Dr. Buonassisi's team only

Reviewed by Dr. Buonassisi's team
Not a chatbot or algorithm — a real patient care manager reads every submission.
Response within 1 business day
We confirm your consultation appointment and answer any questions you have.
No obligation, no pressure
The assessment is the beginning of a conversation — not a commitment.
Rhinoplasty Overview

Rhinoplasty in Vancouver — what it is, who it's for, and what to expect.

Rhinoplasty (also called a nose job or nasal surgery) is a surgical procedure that reshapes the nose to improve its appearance, proportion, or function. It is one of the most technically demanding procedures in facial plastic surgery.

Dr. Buonassisi has performed over 2,500 rhinoplasty procedures across every technique — open rhinoplasty, closed rhinoplasty, preservation rhinoplasty, ethnic rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, and facial feminization rhinoplasty.

Every rhinoplasty at 8 West begins with a thorough consultation — a structured conversation about your anatomy, your goals, and what is realistically achievable.

At a Glance
Procedure time
2–4 hours
Depending on complexity and technique
Anaesthesia
General anaesthesia
Performed in an accredited surgical facility
Social downtime
10–14 days
Splint removed at day 7–10; bruising resolves by week 2
Final result
12–18 months
Tip refinement continues as swelling resolves
Techniques
Open · Closed · Preservation
Selected based on your anatomy
The Process

From first question to final result.

The journey from curiosity to confidence is structured, personal, and unhurried. Every step is designed to give you clarity — about your anatomy, your options, and what to expect.

01
Instant Assessment5–10 MIN

Answer a short set of questions about your goals, anatomy, and health history. Reviewed personally by our patient care team.

02
Pre-Consultation ReviewWITHIN 1 BUSINESS DAY

Your dedicated Patient Care Manager reviews your assessment and contacts you to confirm your consultation.

03
Surgeon Consultation60–90 MIN

A thorough in-person consultation with Dr. Buonassisi — anatomy review, realistic outcomes, computer imaging.

04
Surgical PlanningBEFORE YOUR DATE

Your care manager coordinates all pre-operative requirements — medical clearance, scheduling, preparation.

05
Surgery DayAT OUR FACILITY

Performed at 8 West's accredited surgical facility. Dr. Buonassisi performs every rhinoplasty personally.

06
Recovery & Follow-UpONGOING CARE

Your care manager stays in contact throughout recovery. Access to recovery suite, red light therapy, IV therapy.

Before & After Results

See what's possible.

Browse unretouched before and after results from Dr. Buonassisi's patients — photographed at 3, 6, and 12 months post-op.

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Dr. Thomas Buonassisi, FRCSC
Your Surgeon

Dr. Thomas Buonassisi, FRCSC

Dr. Buonassisi is a Royal College–certified facial plastic surgeon with over 20 years of exclusive practice in facial surgery. He has performed over 2,500 rhinoplasty procedures and is widely regarded as one of Canada's leading rhinoplasty specialists.

His approach is anatomy-first: the technique is selected based on your specific structure and goals, not a preferred method. He performs every rhinoplasty personally — no delegation to residents or associates.

Certification
FRCSC — Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons
Training
University of Toronto — Facial Plastic Surgery
Experience
20+ years exclusive facial plastic surgery
Procedures
2,500+ rhinoplasty procedures performed
Common Questions

What patients ask before their consultation.

The pre-assessment is the best way to get answers specific to your anatomy and goals.

Free · 5 Minutes · No Obligation

The first step
takes 5 minutes.

Complete our pre-assessment and Dr. Buonassisi's team will review your submission personally — before you ever step into the clinic.

Strictly confidential · Reviewed by Dr. Buonassisi's team only

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Vancouver, BC · Rhinoplasty Specialists
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