I have heard of "tip rhinoplasty" but don't know what it is. How is this different from other rhinoplasties?
Tip rhinoplasty is a procedure that's main purpose is to correct problems involving the nasal tip. Usually this involves reducing the size and bulbosity of the nasal tip cartilages. However, in some individuals, tip rhinoplasty can also involve adding cartilage to the tip to create additional projection or shape. As you might expect this procedure takes less time and is less expensive than a traditional rhinoplasty.
Tip rhinoplasty is desired by some patients. These patients generally require work only on the tip. They may have a nice width to the upper two thirds of the nose with a nice profile already. Usually patients will larger, bulbous or boxy nasal tips will benefit from tip work for more refinement. This is carried out well with an open rhinoplasty for many but not all. On occasion, a cartilage tip graft may be desireable.
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