Bringing a picture can help you and your surgeon decide what is and is not realistic
Amir Moradi, MD answers: Should I bring pictures of desired noses to rhinoplasty consultation?
Hello, I was considering having a rhinoplasty procedure, but had some questions concerning it. I have read up on this for almost a year, but this question tends to stir up the most controversy: Would it be good for me to bring pictures in of desired noses? Second, I am a male with a very long nose, so would I be able to make my nose smaller and more defined; rather than long, and "chubby." The reason I ask this second question is because most of the before and after photos that I have seen of people with long noses has not demonstrated much difference in them. Meaning it seems as if the surgeon only made slight decreases in his/her nose. Why is this?
21 days ago
Rhinoplasty is one of the most intricate facial plastic surgeries. The surgeon needs to create a nose that is cosmetically suited to the face and at the same time is functional as a part of respiratory system. It is possible to create a feminine nose that is functional but not all surgeons have the proper training and skills to accomplish that. Best is to consult with at least three specialists and gather all the information. Speak to as many past patients as possible.
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