Can I Have A Minor Nose Job To Fix a Bump?

Trisha, I often refer to this type of cosmetic nose reshaping as a finesse rhinoplasty procedure. There are many patients out there who benefit from this type of finesse change to the nose where a subtle reshaping here and/or there can result in a nice enhancement without looking much different overall. I have included a link to our dedicated rhinoplasty site here in San Diego, CA where we discuss this type of cosmetic nose reshaping procedure. With regard to the costs associated with this kind rhinoplasty procedure, there might be some savings. However, you will likely still require the customary anesthesia and facility usage that goes along with a standard rhinoplasty procedure. So in the end the cost savings may be marginal. 

Absolutely. Your plastic surgeon can save down your hump only partially and leave a bit of it behind if that is your preference, and that would not affect the width, shape, or otherwise the look of your nose. Your tip can also be left alone, and this procedure can often be done with a closed rhinoplasty, which does not require any external incisions. Most surgeons would charge less for this procedure as it can be done faster than a full nose job. good luck!
-David Mattos, Harvard trained plastic surgeon

In my practice, it is possible to correct a slight dorsal hump using a conservative approach. For the most optimal and natural results, I prefer to not break bones but instead gently file them to the desired result. This technique is very meticulous and requires experience to perfect. In addition, the benefit to gently filing the nasal bridge will also reduce the amount of swelling and bruising, resulting in a win-win situation for the patient. It is always best to have an in-person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in rhinoplasty.