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Will my Nose Look Natural if It's Less Chunky?

I feel like my nose is very fat from the from the front and chunky from the side. Is it possible to look a lot more refined from the front as well as less hooky from the side? I'm afraid that it will look weird afterwards

Asked 28 months ago by kajal in london
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See a rhinoplasty specialist.

 The nose should look natural when it is done if you choose an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon. See live patients he has done and make sure you like his work.
Toby Mayer, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty and natural results

Dear Kajal, you appear by the frontal photograph to have a widened tip and while I can not see the side a slight reduction of both of these should give you a refined yet natural looking nose. You have very nice facial features and it is important to find a surgeon who will nicely blend those with your rhinoplasty surgery ending in a result that looks like a nose you were born with and not one that was surgically altered. I use an imaging computer in my office and I suggest that you see a... more
Michael Elam, MD
Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty results should look natural

The nose can certainly be refined by narrowing the bridge, mid third of the vault, and tip of the nose. These can all be done through a traditional endonasal rhinoplasty. The nose will look more refined to further balance with facial features and to look less noticeable. A well-trained rhinoplasty surgeon should make it look very natural so it does not look operated upon.
William Portuese, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty Can Give Natural Results When Done Correctly

It is possible for correction of large nose to appear natural as long as the nose is proportional and in balance with the other facial features. For the nose to look natural, it must be in balance and harmony with the other facial features. One way to gain a better understanding of how rhinoplasty would change your appearance is to visit with a rhinoplasty specialist who show you what your potential rhinoplasty resuls would look like. There are several methods that rhinoplasty surgeons... more
C. Spencer Cochran, MD
Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty, the Natural Result

Hi Kajal, Your nose should look natural as long as you choose your rhinoplasty surgeon most carefully. Make sure that you clearly communicate what bothers you about your nose, as well as what you would be satisfied with after surgery. Make sure that you surgeon understands your desired goals, and that he/she believes that they can achieve those goals for you. Consult with a few experienced, skilled, and well respected rhinoplasty surgeons before making your decision. Good luck and be well... more
Michael A. Persky, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Bulbous Tip & Droopy Nose

The bulbous tip is what you are referring to as "Chunky". It will certainly be finer with narrowing of the tip area. The hook like look from the side 'profile view' is called tip ptosis or droopy tip. That can be improved by refining the tip and giving it more support. The above mentioned changes if executed properly will not look strange and will improve the overall facial aesthetics for you. Regards
Tanveer Janjua, MD
Bedminster Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty and natural results

The  goal of rhinoplasty surgery is to provide natural results, maintain a patient's ethnicity as desired, and maintain nasal function ( breathing properly). It is certainly reasonable to correct a dorsal hump, and refine the tip.
Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Nasal Refinement with Rhinoplasty

The goal of rhinoplasty ultimately is enhancement of the face in general. "Weird" should not be part of the rhinoplasty result. Therefore, it is important to study your facial aesthetics carefully and understand the nasal changes necessary and possible to achieve a balanced face. You would probably benefit from talking to a rhinoplasty surgeon to learn what is possible in your particular situation.
Frank P. Fechner, MD
Worcester Facial Plastic Surgeon
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You can have your nose narrowed, and a bump removed with Rhinoplasty Surgery.

I read your concerns, and viewed your frontal photo. Your nose is certainly wide on the front view. If you have a profile-hump as well, these aesthetics are typically addressed during Rhinoplasty Surgery. During your in-person consultation, your experienced, certified Rhinoplasty surgeon will let you know what's attainable with surgery. I hope this helps, and best regards.
Eric M. Joseph, MD
West Orange Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty

Dear Kajal Without seeing a side view it is difficult to say. The goal of a rhinoplasty is to give you a nose that fits your face and looks like the nose you should have been born with. Why not see a plastic surgeon in consult before making any decisions and see what they can do by looking at pictures of noses similar to yours. Good Luck
Steven Schuster, MD
Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon
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