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Get the nose
you've always wanted.
Rhinoplasty in Charlotte, NC
focused on natural, personalized results.
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May Plastic Surgery is where Charlotte patients go for rhinoplasty results that look effortless, breathe freely and last a lifetime.
A Little Balance Goes a Long Way
Rhinoplasty is one of those procedures where the change itself can be surprisingly subtle, with an impact that is anything but. Often, the goal isn’t a dramatic transformation. It's restoring balance. Dr. May focuses on exactly that, delivering personalized results that feel proportionate and bring the rest of your features together beautifully.
Rhinoplasty with Dr. May can:
- Improve a profile you’ve never quite loved in photos
- Enhance symmetry and proportion
- Reduce humps or reshape a crooked tip
- Help you breathe the way you were meant to
The result is a nose that looks as good as it functions.
Discover Rhinoplasty at May Plastic Surgery
Open Rhinoplasty
Open rhinoplasty combines internal incisions with a small incision across the columella (the tissue between the nostrils). This approach gives Dr. May full visibility of the nasal structures, allowing for precise reshaping of cartilage and bone. It is most often used for complex or structural corrections.
Closed Rhinoplasty
Closed rhinoplasty places all incisions inside the nostrils. While it offers the advantage of no external scarring, the limited surgical visibility means it is best suited for patients who need only minor adjustments to the bridge or nasal profile.
Meet Dr. Brian May
The potential to help you feel more confident in your appearance. The responsibility to guide you with honesty, compassion and thoughtfulness. And the potential to help you reconnect with the best version of yourself.
For Dr. May, plastic surgery isn’t about chasing perfection. It’s about aligning your appearance with how you feel on the inside. He believes the best results are the ones that are natural, balanced and authentically you. That’s why he will always take the time to really listen to your goals and recommend the best approach for achieving them, guiding you along your journey of reinvention with compassion and uncompromising care.
As a board-certified plastic surgeon in Charlotte's prestigious SouthPark area, Dr. May brings more than just surgical expertise to his consultations. He leads with empathy and honesty. Having navigated his own path of reinvention, from aspiring neurosurgeon to plastic surgeon to practice owner, he relates deeply to patients who want change that feels meaningful and true to who they are.
Rhinoplasty Society Member
Trained at a Top-10 Program
5-Star Review Rating
Why Charlotte Patients Choose May Plastic Surgery
Rhinoplasty is one of the most technically demanding procedures in facial plastic surgery, and the surgeon you choose matters enormously. Dr. May brings a rare combination of surgical precision and genuine artistic sensibility to every case, shaped by an engineering background, elite residency training and a personal commitment to natural-looking results.
Why patients choose May Plastic Surgery:
- Structural Approach: Rather than simply removing tissue, Dr. May reinforces and reshapes the nose's underlying framework for results that hold up beautifully over time.
- Form & Function: Dr. May evaluates both aesthetic and functional concerns, because a nose that looks great but doesn't breathe well isn't a complete result.
- Honest Guidance: If your goals aren't realistic or safe, Dr. May will tell you. Patients consistently describe his consultations as educational and pressure-free.
- Personalized Surgical Plans: No two noses are the same. Every plan Dr. May builds is specific to your anatomy, your facial proportions and the look you want to achieve.
— Maddie W.
Frequently Asked Questions
Good candidates are generally in good health, have realistic expectations and want to address concerns about the appearance or function of their nose. The best way to find out is a consultation with Dr. May, where he'll evaluate your anatomy and walk you through your options.
Yes. Natural-looking results are the goal, full stop. Dr. May's approach works with your existing anatomy rather than imposing a shape onto it. His aim is to create a nose that looks balanced and proportionate with your face, not one that signals you've had work done.
Open rhinoplasty adds a small incision along the columella for full surgical access and visibility. Closed rhinoplasty keeps all incisions hidden inside the nostrils but limits what's achievable. Dr. May primarily uses the open technique because better visibility leads to better precision, but both approaches are discussed at your consultation.
Most patients return to work within seven to 10 days. A protective splint is worn for the first week. Swelling peaks around day three and gradually resolves over the following weeks, with final results continuing to refine over 12–18 months.
Yes. May Plastic Surgery offers financing through Cherry, a trusted healthcare lender, allowing you to move forward with your goals and manage the investment over time. Our team is happy to walk you through available options at your consultation.
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We are here to help. Whether you’re exploring your options or ready to schedule, our team is here to answer your questions about procedures, recovery, and next steps — and to personally guide you every step of the way.