Do I Need a Nose Job? How Extensive Would the Corrections Needed Be? (photo)

I feel that the tip protrudes too far and the columella hangs a bit low. Also, the septum is slightly crooked, giving my nose a crooked appearance.

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8 Doctor Answers | Asked by MkG049 in Portland, OR

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Is Rhinoplasty for Me?

Hello. All of the issues that you have mentioned can be addressed by an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon to give you a beautiful, elegant nose. It is important that the doctor you choose has experience with rhinoplasty surgeries. Good luck! Jaime Perez, MD Rhinoplasty Specialist Plastic Surgery Center of Tampa

A Great Candidate For A Multifaceted Rhinoplasty

Hello, Thank you for sharing your photos for your inquiry. Let me start by mentioning that it is only the patient's decision to go on with a rhinoplasty out of an aesthetic elective and not a need-based perspective. Therefore, it is imperative that you consult with board certified surgeon of ample experience in the field who will examine you and help you make a well informed decision. Considering the fact that you are self-aware of your nasal irregularities (well pointed out)... more

Excellent assessment of your nose!

You have done a very accurate assessment of your nose. It is indeed crooked, over projected with a hanging columella. You require a septorhinoplasty to correct these deformities.Despite what many people feel about rhinoplasty, the time of recovery does not really correlate with how much 'work" you had done. Generally, even with osteotomies, patients are able to return to work in 7-10 days, however mild swelling may persist for several months afterwards.

Do I Need a Nose Job? How Extensive Would the Corrections Needed Be?

Aesthetically speaking from I can see form the photos, the nasal tip is wide and I suspect over-projected however a side (profile) view is required to make that determination as well as evaluate the existence of a dorsal hump. The presence of either, of these, will require additional techniques be performed during the Rhinoplasty. Removal of a dorsal hump will require breaking the bones. Rhinoplasty typically takes about 1 to 1 1/2 hours, I do not use any... more

Rhinoplasty

Your posted photos have bracketing and are shot at angles that do not allow full assessment of your current condition. The degree of asymmetry/crookedness of your nose is difficult to assess. In addition to tip asymmetry the columella appears to hang low but there could be a component of nostril rim retraction. That is best determined in a side view, which is a photo you have not posted. Columella protrusion is usually treated with some combination of trimming the bottom edge of the septum... more

Rhinoplasty in Morristown NJ

I agree that your tip is over projected and a couple of other issues that could be discussed during a consultation. Your would also need a demonstration by computer simulation. The price is dependent on what needs to be done. A complete analysis of your nose is the first step and you might require an open rhinoplasty. Don't make the price be your deciding factor.

Rhinoplasty Surgery

Yes I believe your assessment is partially correct and you would be an excellent candidate for surgery. Without a direct examination it is difficult to determine whether your septum is deviated. With that said you do have asymmetry in your tip that needs correction and all of these issues would be discussed in length in a consultation appointment. I do use a digital imaging computer during my consultations which allows me to show the patient their proposed surgical result and... more

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Need for a Nose Job

I don't know if you "need" a nose job but you certainly can improve the appearance of your nose with a rhinoplasty. I basically agree with your concerns but I also feel you have an asymmetrical tip and base of your nose. Better pictures would be very helpful; go to my website for directions on the nasal views necessary for nasal evaluation and then submit them to us.