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What Could Be Done to Improve my Nose?

I don't have a hump, but I think the bridge is too wide and the tip too crude. It just unfeminine and makes me look manly and 'handsome' rather than pretty.

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14 Doctor Answers | Asked by SallyAnn in New York

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Improving the nose

During a rhinoplasty procedure the primary goal on a reduction rhinoplasty is to narrow the bridge through osteotomies. Both medial and lateral osteotomies are performed to narrow the bony bridge. This midthird of the nose is composed of upper lateral cartilages and follows suit along with the bone. There are many different tip techniques to address tip cartilages. When the cartilages are wide and boxy, sutures are placed between the two dome cartilages to refine and feminize the nose.... more

Thinning a wide nose with rhinoplasty

It is difficult to tell in your photo, but you appear to have a widened middle of your nose and broad tip with wide nostrils. You state you do not have a hump. Certainly, these things can be addressed with rhinoplasty surgery. You appear to have thin skin, so you should respond well to surgical shaping of your nose. Your best bet is to consult with a surgeon and get their thoughts about surgical correction.

"manly nose"

From the picture and your expressed concerns I would recommend a complete classic rhinoplasty with takedown of the dorsum, infracturing and refinement of the tip with resection of some cartilage. The possibility of a cartilage graft would be discussed in a consultation. A full consultation with a board certified surgeon is recommended. All the best, Tal Raine MD

Talmage J. Raine, MD

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Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty in New York

Sally Ann, Unfortunately, a single view photograph is not really enough information on which to recommend specifics about a rhinoplasty. The photo does however show that your nose is out of proportion to your facial shape and size. Based on that, you would likely benefit from a rhinoplasty. Consultation with one or two board certified plastic surgeons will give you a more accurate idea of what you need to achieve your goals. Good luck!

What Could Be Done to Improve my Nose?

Regarding: "I don't have a hump, but I think the bridge is too wide and the tip too crude. It just unfeminine and makes me look manly and 'handsome' rather than pretty" In fairness to you and the many others who read these responses, it must be understood that the best medical opinions are based to matching findings and data to surgical experience and artistry. In the absence of good data, we are left to either decline responding or to giving generalized... more

Rhinoplasty evaluation

Thanks for including a picture. This is always a good idea. To evaluate your nasal aesthetics, multiple views are always the best, but, I would agree that the nasal dorsum is too broad. The tip could also be refined. These changes should be subtle, so that they will not make you look like a different person. An open rhinoplasty is preferred by many, including myself. I would advise that you visit one or several plastic surgeons. Rhinoplasty is... more

Refinement in Rhinoplasty

The majority of the time, rhinoplasty is about refining the nose, not reducing a “hump.” Although I can not really evaluate your nose from the picture, it seems to just need refining of the features and thinning generally. The only way to determine this is with a personal consultation with a Plastic Surgeon. Determine exactly what bothers you and how you would like to modify the nose and then make an appointment to discuss this.

Nose is "not feminine.

Your nose, based on the one picture, is to wide in the middle third and the tip could be refined. If you have a bump on the profile this can be removed. See an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon for the best result. Make sure you like his results!

Toby Mayer, MD

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Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Finesse Rhinoplasty.

Hi. I agree that your nose looks too wide for your face, and draws attention to itself. It looks like the bridge needs to be narrowed. Also a tip plasty will refine or sculpt the tip. We most often do this with internal sutures, and sometimes with small cartilage grafts taken from the septum of the nose. A small change in the nose can make a huge difference in the face.

Nasal Refinement

Hi Sally Ann, Rhinoplasty is performed to refine and enhance facial features on and around the nose. By narrowing your bridge and reducing the bulbosity of your tip, the focus of your face will be your eyes and not your nose. Presently, your nose detracts from the rest of the beautiful features of your face. Computer imaging will allow you to see what your nose will look like prior to the surgery. You shouldn't't look different just better. Best, Dr.S.... more

Personalize your Rhinoplasty

Many options exist in rhinoplasty. With the addition of computer imaging, it is now possible to review the options in real time, with photos of your face. Since more can be done with photoshop then with surgery, the most important thing is that the modeling is done by an experienced surgeon, who can provide realistic goals. I find computer simulation extremely helpful in the planning stages of a rhinoplasty. It allows me to really understand what changes you are most likely to enjoy, and... more

Joseph Mele, MD

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Walnut Creek Plastic Surgeon

www.DrMele.com

You need to be seen and evaluated.

It's hard to tell from that photo; however, many subtle changes can be made to noses to make them look better. You want an experienced rhinoplastic surgeon to evaluate you and give you the options. Perhaps thinning the bridge and refining the tip will help. Come in for a consultation and find out what can be done.

What can be done in rhinoplasty

The potential in rhinoplasty is unlimited, and regarding nasal shape, very small changes can produce a big impact. The tip of your nose can be refined, and the bridge narrowed. The best way to try out suggestions is through computer imaging which can show clearly how the 'new look' fits in with your facial shape. You should have no trouble finding a board certified plastic surgeon in your area. Though SallyAnn in New York, you are perfectly pretty the way you are. Best of luck... more

Depends on exam and better pictures

Hi, Most cameras create optical distortion so your nose may look different in person than what this picture shows. Based on this picture an overall reduction in width from the nostrils, tip to the bridge would make the nose more feminine and allow your eyes, lips and cheeks to "shine" more.