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Is Asian Rhinoplasty the Way to Restore the Harmony of my Facial Features? (photo)

I want my nasal bone to be straightened all the way down to the tip; and I want the apex to be curved slightly upward. The side of the nose should have no indentation. Additionally, I want the ala be the same length as the distance between my eyes. The nostril should be pointed downwards. I want a depression on the middle part of the nose and a tip that protrudes. The inward or depression arch is because of very bulbous and bulky tip of the nose. The curving is very gentle.

8 Doctor Answers | Asked by sophia_2sophia2
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Is Asian Rhinoplasty the Way to Restore the Harmony of my Facial Features?

I have performed Rhinoplasty, including Asian Rhinoplasty, for 25 years and sadly, the answer to your initial question of whether a Rhinoplasty would restore harmony to your facial features...is, NO. You have a very keen and detailed aesthetic sense of how your nose could be refined, however the reality is that the thickness/size of the alae and the nasal tip can only be thinned and shaped so much. IMO, the limitations will not meet the exacting standards that you have... more
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Asian Rhinoplasty for Facial Harmony

Although their are similar nasal features among different ethnic groups, in 35 years I've never one 2 noses exactly the same. Experienced surgeons individualize every rhinoplasty; some characteristics of your nose are Asian, some are not. However, the changes you describe are reasonable.
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Asian rhinoplasty

Hello 'sophia_2sophia2', thanks for your question and photos. Based on your description, either you have a bit of medical background, or you have spent a lot of time researching surgical options for your nose. It is good to be well-informed and educated about cosmetic treatments for your nose, but I would caution you about seeking perfection, especially in rhinoplasty, because it is a highly complex surgery where the final result relies on multiple factors, including genetics,... more

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Asian Rhinoplasty

You are at a good starting point in that your description of the possible desired outcome is concise. Now, it is the in-person physical examination with an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon which will best determine what results are possible to achieve and what the potential pitfalls may be. Such a consultation will also allow you to better understand what you can realistically expect from the surgery. Dr. B.
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Asian Rhinoplasty

Dear Sophia, An evaluation and consultation with an expert rhinoplasty surgeon would be helpful in discussing your aesthetic options. Personally I use a digital imaging computer which allows me to show the consulting patient their proposed surgical results. I also have a book with before and after photographs showing the computer imaging and the actual results which allows the patient to see how close in proximity the actual and proposed results are. Your photographs do show that... more
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Subtleties of Asian rhinoplasty

I think you have a good eye for an aesthetically pleasing Asian nose. The best way to get a good idea of what is surgically possible is to have a consultation with a board-certified surgeon experienced in Asian rhinoplasty, and have him/her perform computer morphing with your pictures.
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Asian rhinoplasty.

Yes you can have the issues you have corrected and look better but NOT perfect. Surgeons who are very experienced will give you the best results.
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Asian Rhinoplasty and Options

There are a number of different options, when one is considering an Asian Rhinoplasty. The procedure can be tailored to address each of the issues that you have mentioned, including the nasal dorsum, nasal bridge, nasal tip, and ala. be aware that no surgeon can guarantee the exact result you are hoping to achieve. I suggest you seek out a board certified plastic surgeon in your area who routinely performs Asian Rhinoplasty. Best wishes.
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