Nostril asymmetry can be corrected with Rhinoplasty

Daniel Reichner, MD answers: Can rhinoplasty correct asymmetric nostrils?

Septoplasty has left my left nostril larger than before. Is it possible to correct it back to its original size? Can rhinoplasty fix this kind of problem?


Daniel Reichner, MD
9 months ago

The short answer is yes, but the treatment depends on the causes for the asymmetry.  Nostril asymmetry can be caused by a deviated septum, asymmetry is the lower lateral cartilage, asymmetry alar soft tissues and developmental problems such as a cleft lip deformity.  

In your case, with the one view, I suspect you have several contributing factors including thick soft tissue asymmetry, alar cartilage mal-position and poor nasal tip support.  However, I recommend that you have several consultations with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeons who has extensive rhinoplasty experience.

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