I'm Happy with the shape of my nose tip, but want to get my bump removed. Is this possible and Will it look ugly?
Answer: Can I remove the bump only without touching the nose tip? The upper portion of the nose is bone and the lower portion is comprised of cartilage. Since every patient's anatomy is different, the particular surgical techniques required to produce a natural appearing cosmetic result will vary from patient to patient. In some patients, correction of the bump alone without any alteration of the tip can produce a good cosmetic result. Keep in mind that following the advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you what to do without examining you, physically feeling the tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history, and discussing the pros and cons of each operative procedure would not be in your best interest. I would suggest you find a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) or facial plastic surgeon that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. Robert Singer, MD FACS La Jolla, California
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Can I remove the bump only without touching the nose tip? The upper portion of the nose is bone and the lower portion is comprised of cartilage. Since every patient's anatomy is different, the particular surgical techniques required to produce a natural appearing cosmetic result will vary from patient to patient. In some patients, correction of the bump alone without any alteration of the tip can produce a good cosmetic result. Keep in mind that following the advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you what to do without examining you, physically feeling the tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history, and discussing the pros and cons of each operative procedure would not be in your best interest. I would suggest you find a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) or facial plastic surgeon that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. Robert Singer, MD FACS La Jolla, California
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Hump reduction alone It is true that a dorsal hump can be improved without tip work. However this may throw the balance of the nose off and you may require tip work for a harmonious result. A consultation with a plastic surgeon with rhinoplasty experience is your best bet.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Hump reduction alone It is true that a dorsal hump can be improved without tip work. However this may throw the balance of the nose off and you may require tip work for a harmonious result. A consultation with a plastic surgeon with rhinoplasty experience is your best bet.
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October 15, 2015
Answer: Can I remove the bump only without touching the nose tip? Thank you for the photos. You can shape the nose by removing the hump with a rhinoplasty procedure. I recommend getting a sit down consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to go over what your nose will look like after surgery with the computer imaging. This way you and your surgeon will be on the same page as to how you want your nose to look, and also you can see some before and after photos of his/her work. Good luck
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Answer: Can I remove the bump only without touching the nose tip? Thank you for the photos. You can shape the nose by removing the hump with a rhinoplasty procedure. I recommend getting a sit down consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to go over what your nose will look like after surgery with the computer imaging. This way you and your surgeon will be on the same page as to how you want your nose to look, and also you can see some before and after photos of his/her work. Good luck
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October 15, 2015
Answer: Bump removal Yes, you can have a rhinoplasty where only the hump is treated. This will require removal of both bone and cartilage. Removing the hump will have an effect on the appearance of the tip though. Your surgeon will be able to explain the details after examining you.
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Answer: Bump removal Yes, you can have a rhinoplasty where only the hump is treated. This will require removal of both bone and cartilage. Removing the hump will have an effect on the appearance of the tip though. Your surgeon will be able to explain the details after examining you.
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October 14, 2015
Answer: Removing the nasal bump alone Generally, when you remove a significant bump of the nose, you expose the wider part of the bridge of the nose. This may or may not fit the remainder of your nose proportions. While it may be fine not to change anything about the tip of your nose, it should be a point of discussion with your nose surgeon as to whether the balance of the nose would remain ideal without altering the tip or the bridge of the nose once the bump has been removed. Dr. B
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Answer: Removing the nasal bump alone Generally, when you remove a significant bump of the nose, you expose the wider part of the bridge of the nose. This may or may not fit the remainder of your nose proportions. While it may be fine not to change anything about the tip of your nose, it should be a point of discussion with your nose surgeon as to whether the balance of the nose would remain ideal without altering the tip or the bridge of the nose once the bump has been removed. Dr. B
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October 14, 2015
Answer: Rhinoplasty only for dorsal removal It is possible to only remove the dorsal hump, the nose will completely be out of balance with itself and your facial features. Remember, the nose is a three-dimensional structure and it must good from all angles, not just the side profile. Removing only the dorsal hump will leave a flat top," open roof deformity". Osteotomies of the nasal bones are required to narrow bridge line and close the open roof created from hump removal. The tip of the nose is quite down turned, which must be lifted up to shorten the long nose. In addition, it is important to release the depressor septi ligament that pulls the tip of the nose downward when smiling. For many examples, please see the link and video below
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Answer: Rhinoplasty only for dorsal removal It is possible to only remove the dorsal hump, the nose will completely be out of balance with itself and your facial features. Remember, the nose is a three-dimensional structure and it must good from all angles, not just the side profile. Removing only the dorsal hump will leave a flat top," open roof deformity". Osteotomies of the nasal bones are required to narrow bridge line and close the open roof created from hump removal. The tip of the nose is quite down turned, which must be lifted up to shorten the long nose. In addition, it is important to release the depressor septi ligament that pulls the tip of the nose downward when smiling. For many examples, please see the link and video below
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