Deprojection: How Much Mm in General?

When the nose is going to be de-projected (male) by surgery, how many mm is the nose going to get shorter in average/general cases? Is it possible to get the nose 4-5 mm shorter, does this happen? Is it possible to get a 31mm nose at the end, when it was 35mm before? Does open vs closed has something to do with it, as in how mm deprojection is possible?

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Nasal Tip De-projection

Hi, De-projecting a nasal tip can be pretty extreme and 4-5 mm de-projection is certainly possible However, the main determining factor of how much de-projection can be done is how much of nasal tip skin is over-projecting. Without photos and physical examination, it is hard to determine the appropriate measures to be taken in your case so your nose will best fit your facial features. Tip de-projections often involves additional medications to make sure that your nose remain... more

Deprojecting the nose during rhinoplasty

The nose can be deprojected through either open or closed rhinoplasty and 4-5 mm is certainly possible. There are various ways to deproject the nose including overlapping the lower lateral cartilages between the nostrils, above the nostrils, or both. The septum of the nose can also be shaved back. The tip can be rotated (turned up) or counter-rotated (turned down) or kept where it is, such that the angle between the upper lip and tip remains constant. In my practice, I generally use the... more

How much deprojection is possible

Pretty extreme changes in projection are possible. The limitation is usually more of one related to how much the overlying nasal tip skin can shrink wrap appropriately around the smaller nasal structure. Thicker skin won't shrink wrap as well as thinner skin.