My nose really has no shape. When I lay down my nose falls with me. I really would like to know can rhinoplasty fix this. Can they add cartilage or a bone in my nose to give it a shape? And if yes how much would that cost? Thank you.
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July 9, 2012
Answer: There are a number of options for building strength and shape into a nose
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It depends. If you had a small dorsal hump reduction using a closed approach, you probably can attend any social event after a week or even within 5-6 days. If you had tip work, grafts inserted or osteotomy performed, you probably need 1-2 weeks. Most patients should not bruise unless bones were...
Hello,
If you are only unhappy with the bridge of your nose, cannot get glasses to fit, ect, there are 2 options.
1) Nonsurgical rhinoplasty. In the office injectable fillers like Juvederm or Radiesse can be placed along the bridge of your nose to add height. There is no real dow...
