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Procedure Explanation for Shortened Nostrils

asked 1 year ago by NNleit in USA, MO
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
Question viewed 265 times
Tags: nostrils, shorten

Hello, I am wondering if someone could provide me with the proper word for the technique my doctor used to "shorten my nose". He said that he removed alittle cartlidge to cause my nostrils to retract up, he said that the tip itself is in the exact same location and that it is just an illusion that I have a shorter nose. Also could this be easily undone? I very much dislike this illusion. Thanks!

5 answers to Procedure Explanation for Shortened Nostrils

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Shortened Nostrils

First of all, wait for one year after rhinoplasty to evaluate your nose and make any decisions regarding revision surgery. The nose can be lengthened using cartilage grafts; this technique is used everyday, but is technically challenging. 
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

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Retracted nostrils can be corrected without surgery

The nostrils' upper edges are probably too high, compared with the tip. They probably have an arch-like appearance. The nose does look shorter, even though the tip has not been raised. The answer is to lower the upper edges of the nostrils; to bring the edges " down". That will correct the arching and make the nose look more natural. The alternative to another surgery is to use a filler. These office injections work very well for that problem. The best way to... more
Robert Kotler, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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A shortened looking nose

Withotu seeing photos it would be difficult to say.  If the nostrils arched a bit, sometimes grafting to the area to give better support may improve this problem.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Treatment of shortened nostril in revision rhinoplasty, nose surgery

Picture would be of great help for accurate diagnosis and planning. The foreshortened nose can be lengthened by repositioning of the nasal tip to a lower position. Please discuss your concern so your doctor can explain the procedure in more detail. Make sure it is done by a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in revision rhinoplasty. Best wishes
Ali Sajjadian, MD

Orange County Plastic Surgeon

www.DrSajjadian.com

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Shortened nostrils and revision.

I would have to see photos, but it sounds as though your nose be too short for you and you need to add length again with cartilage from your nose or ear. Make sure you see an experienced revision rhinoplasty expert since this is an advanced technique.
Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

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