Can rhinoplasty correct asymmetric nostrils?

We are often asked by patients whether nostril asymmetry can be corrected. This is something that often really bothers people a lot even though they know that no one else really sees their nostrils on a regular basis (except for maybe the family pet). The answer depends on the cause of the asymmetry. Much of... more

Asymmetric nostrils often results from nasal tip deviation. Other issues, such as facial asymmetry can also be a factor in its development. The most important question for a surgeon and patient is why this occurred in the first place. While asymmetry of the nasal tip cartilages can be a factor, there is... more

Usually the defect can be addressed quite successfully, but the outcome depends on the exact location of the structural change that altered the nostril size to begin with. Obviously you're going to want to seek out a board certified plastic surgeon with the skills and experience necessary to deal with a... more

Hello, In most cases an expert rhinoplastic surgeon can correct asymmetric nostrils. The method used to accomplish the correction depends upon the diagnosis of why they are different. Remember, it is not the "rhinoplasty" that corrects the asymmetry, but the experienced, skilled rhinoplastic surgeon... more

Yes, the goal of Rhinoplasty is to create a nose that fits harmoniously with the face and balanced for each individual patient.  Asymmetric nostrils can be improved upon and made to look more symmetrical.  However, largely asymmetric nostrils can be quite difficult to be made to look perfect. ... more

Very often patients have asymmetry of the nostrils due to the crooked end of the septum pushing into one side of the nostrils. A rhinoplasty specialist will be able to correct this problem, usually by removing the deviated part of the end of the septum and restoring the symmetry of the nostrils.

The short answer is yes, but the treatment depends on the causes for the asymmetry.  Nostril asymmetry can be caused by a deviated septum, asymmetry is the lower lateral cartilage, asymmetry alar soft tissues and developmental problems such as a cleft lip deformity.   In your case, with the... more

Nostril asymmetry is a challenging problem but can be improved with advanced Rhinoplasty techniques and cartilage grafting. At times the asymmetry of the nostrils may be due to deviation of the septum. This can be corrected with a Septoplasty procedure. See before and after pictures of a recent... more

A septoplasty should not have impacted nostril asymmetry. Nostril asymmtery is normal but if yours is excessive, a simple procedure to reduce one nostril base may correct your problem.

Assymetry of the nose, or elements of the nose, including the nostrils, tip, columella, dorsum, or bony hump are caused by the underlying support mechanism and cartilaginous architecture.  In most cases, as in yours, there is an obvious asymmetry caused by malpositioning of the cartilaginous support units... more