Can a subtle rhinoplasty correct wide nose bump?

Would I be a good candidate for a subtle rhinoplasty procedure? The bridge of my nose has bump that's kinda wide so it makes my whole lose look really wide (left photo). My nose looked normal until I was about 16 years old a few years ago.

I was wondering if there was someway to fix this without doing something really drastic. I'm kinda afraid of open rhinoplasty to be honest. I live in Pennsylvania. Thanks for your help.

 
Can a subtle rhinoplasty correct wide nose bump?
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A: Rhinoplasty for dorsal hump

Richard P. Rand, MD

 You would benefit from a dorsal hump reduction and then infracturing of the bones so the bridge doesn't look flat after taking the bump down.  Don't be afraid  of an open rhinoplasty because it gives the doctor excellent visibility and has no different recovery from a closed approach in my... more

A: Subtle rhinoplasty to correct wide nose bump

Peter A. Aldea, MD

Linux, Since you do NOT have a subtle problem - A subtle solution will not really work in your case. You appear to have a very wide nose with a significant cartilaginous hump (very reminiscent of Piero della Francesca portrait of Federico da Montefeltro Duke of Urbino - a fascinating war lord of the Italian... more

A: Your nose can be corrected just as sucessfully without an open rhinoplasty

Steven J. Pearlman, MD

I am not sure what you mean by wanting a "subtle rhinoplasty." You have a pretty significant bump and wide nasal bones. What I consider subtle is a natural appearing result that better fits your face yet doesn't look fixed. Some patients require a lot of surgery and some less. In a patient with... more

A: Rhinoplasty Surgery can narrow your nose, and reduce a bump.

Eric M. Joseph, MD

If you're bothered by the profile-hump and width of your nose, Rhinoplasty Surgery can address these two issues. I don't think you're a great candidate for a Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty, since this will not narrow your bridge, and would make your nose a bit larger. You should consult a board-certified,... more

A: See an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon.

Toby G. Mayer, MD

 Whether done open or closed you will have a good, subtle result if you choose a surgeon who does natural subtle noses. If his work doesn't look natural to you see another surgeon. You are an excellent candidate for rhinoplasty improvement.

A: Open rhinoplasty not necessary to correct wide bump.

George J. Beraka, MD

Hi! You should definitely have a subtle rhinoplasty.  What this means is that your nose will look natural.  The bump needs to be lowered and your nose needs to be narrowed. Open rhinoplasty is only necessary when the tip of the nose is really bad.

A: Can a subtle rhinoplasty work?

Wilfred Brown, MD

You appear to have significant issues with your nose, including a vey prominent dorsal hump, as well as a broad nasal base/ tip. A 'subtle' rhinoplasty would do very little to your nose, because you have significant issues. I'm not sure what would constitute a 'subtle' rhinoplasty, but I think that in your... more

A: Rhinoplasty,

Michael A. Persky, MD

Hi Linux, I do not think that the "subtle" rhinoplasty is for you.   Your results should look natural and fit your face. If you decide that you nose bothers you enough, then you should undergo a rhinoplasty to take down your dorsal hump, create a nice natural dorsal line... more

A: Rhinoplasty

Steven Wallach, MD

Nothing has to be drastic. A good rhinoplasty can look very natural.  Taking down a bump and narrowing the nose is possible.  The lower 1/3 also looks a bit wide and that can be treated as well.

A: Subtle Rhinoplasty

Farbod Esmailian, MD

I am not sure what exactly is mean by subtle.  You have a lot of issues that need to be addressed so you have a nice result.  You have a wide dorsum, a hump and a wide tip as well. All these need to be addressed during your rhinoplasty procedure.  Will it be subtle or not I dont know because... more

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