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18 year old African American female considering Rhinoplasty - Will It Be Worth It For Me?

asked 1 year ago by Minaji in NY
Latest answer by Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
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Tags: age 18-24, female, pros and cons, teenager

My nose looks HUGE from the front. I am an 18 year old African American female (as you can tell from the picture below) and I feel like my nose looks large compared to the rest of my smaller more delicate features. I've felt this way since middle school and I am a freshman in College now. I'm thinking of getting rhinoplasty this summer, but I'm not sure if it's worth it. I don't want the results to be so subtle but I don't want strangers to know I've had surgery.

13 answers to 18 year old African American female considering Rhinoplasty - Will It Be Worth It For Me?

Ethnic Rhinoplasty

Based on the photo and your stated concern, you may be a candidate for the ethnic rhinoplasty. Consult with 2 -3 surgeons in order to understand the best recommendation for you and the best surgeon to achieve what you are seeking.

Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

Reducing overall dimension of African American Nose

Reducing the size of the nose to match your other facial features makes perfect sense. Although photos can be less accurate than hoped for I would say that a procedure to refine the tip of the nose, reduce the flare of the nostrils and narrow the upper, bony portion of the nose would likely be indicated to achieve your goals. However, there is no substitute for a one on one consultation with a nasal surgeon versed in the subtleties of ethnic rhinoplasty. Best of Luck Dr Harrell more

Jon F. Harrell, DO
Miami Plastic Surgeon

www.westonsurgery.com

African American rhinoplasty

With regards to the African American rhinoplasty, certainly the largest area of improvement is usually the nostril base. The weir excision of 4-5 mm of skin can be performed at the base of the nostrils in order to narrow the nostril base. Tip cartilage work to narrow the tip and lower osteotomies to narrow the lower portion of the nasal bridge can also be done. Occasionally small wedges of cartilage grafts are inserted into the bridge to give dorsal height, which gives the elusion of... more

William Portuese, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

Ethnic Rhinoplasty

Hello, When performed properly by a highly skilled ethnic rhinoplasty specialist, an ethnic rhinoplasty may yield excellent results. It is possible to perform the surgery subtly, where a difference will be made, but will not be obvious to another individual. The goal is to improve the nose and enhance your own natural features, while retaining a natural appearance. Dr. Nassif

Paul S. Nassif, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Ethnic Rhinoplasty

Dear rhinoplasty patient from NY, I reviewed your nasal picture. Since you’re not happy with the shape of your nose, I would recommend an ethnic rhinoplasty for you. It would create a beautiful and natural nose for you. During consultation with a rhinoplasty specialist, be sure to ask if he/she is comfortable with ethnic rhinoplasty. Good Luck

Kevin Sadati, DO
Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Ethnic Nose Surgery

Regarding: "Considering Rhinoplasty - Will It Be Worth It For Me? My nose looks HUGE from the front. I am an 18 year old African American female (as you can tell from the picture below) and I feel like my nose looks large compared to the rest of my smaller more delicate features. I've felt this way since middle school and I am a freshman in College now. I'm thinking of getting rhinoplasty this summer, but I'm not sure if it's worth it. I don't want the... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Considering Rhinoplasty

I thank you for trying to post a photo. And it helps in the answer of your question. Yes a ethnic rhinoplasty will help correct your issues. Dr. Darryl J. Blinski

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Wide noses can be made smaller using a number of rhinoplasty techniques

Achieving an more delicate nose on an African American female can be achieved by using a number of special maneuvers. These are different than those used for Caucasian noses that have thinner skin and stronger cartilages. I suggest you see a rhinoplasty specialist to discuss your goals in person.

Steven J. Pearlman, MD
New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty will help

The picture that you attached is taken from the top and exaggerates the width of your nose. You will need a consultation and computer imaging would help.

Kamran Khoobehi, MD
New Orleans Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty

A rhinoplasty can be very subtle. The goal is to produce the desired result but maintain a patient's ethnicity. Good luck.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Real but natural changes that fit your face is the key

Hi Minaji, African American rhinoplasty is genuinely its own art. Making real but natural changes can definitely be made but you want to see a rhinoplasty surgeon who has experience with ethnic skin and understands your aesthetic. All too often you will find a lot of surgeons want to simply build up your nose with a lot of grafts. This will help with the refinement but not the smallet size you are looking for, so make sure you go through exactly what you want . Warm Regards... more

Peyman Solieman, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

You need to be seen and evaluated.

The photo is not too helpful -- a good surgeon can look at your nose and feel it and determine how much of a change is possible. Then you will have an idea if it is worth it. Cant tell you over the internet.