Adam D. Schaffner, MD

Rhinoplasty is surgery to change the shape of the nose.  The nose has many subunits, one of which is the nasal tip.  This area is a critical part of the nose and gives it much character.  Reasons to perform a "tip rhinoplasty" are to change the shape of the nasal tip.  Common complaints are to change a nasal tip that is wide, boxy, bulbous, or narrow.

Other procedures may be performed at the time a nasal tip is addressed during rhinoplasty.  Such procedures include addressing the width, height, and length of the nose.  Procedures can also be performed to improve breathing (e.g., septoplasty, turbinate reduction, spreader grafts). 

It is important to select a surgeon who is properly licensed, trained, and experienced in performing this type of procedure.  Clearly communicate your goals to your surgeon so he/she can meet and hopefully exceed your expectations.