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Can my Nose Be Refined?

asked 1 year ago by mya30021
Latest answer by William Portuese, MD
Question viewed 325 times
Tags: definition

I dont have a flat nose but I would like the tip to be less bulbous and the nostrils more refined. Would that be possible based on my picture? I did have a celibrity nose in mind but I really want something that fits my face and enhances my features and that isnt fake looking.

16 answers to Can my Nose Be Refined?

Nasal Tip Refinement

Your tip can be refined with rhinoplasty surgery. As you suggest the tip should be changed so it is proportional to other parts of the nose and the surrounding facial features. The key to successful rhinoplasty surgery is a natural result; it is not a compliment when a stranger asks who did your nose.

Richard W. Fleming, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

Refining a bulbous nose is possible

Rhinoplasty is an operation that is done to refine the nose. There are multiple areas that can be refined, such as narrowing the tip cartilages through both interdomal and intradomal suturing techniques. Occasionally excess cartilage is removed from the tip. Any bump can be removed from the bridge with rasping. The nasal bones are narrowed and straightened with osteotomies. This is also performed to make sure that the nose balances with itself and with the remaining facial features. It... more

William Portuese, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

Can my Nose Be Refined?

Yes, the tip and nostrils can be narrowed but only to a certain degree. The thickness of your skin will limit the amount of definition you may attain. You can achieve improvement, but you may not get the celebrity's nose for which you are looking. On the other hand, that celebrity nose may not be the right fit for your face.

Anand D. Patel, MD
Austin Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.freshfaceaustin.com

Well-performed Rhinoplasty Surgery may result in tip narrowing and nostril narrowing.

I read your concern and reviewed your photo. You appear to be a good candidate for Rhinoplasty Surgery. You should consult several reputable rhinoplasty specialists to see what could be feasible with well-performed Rhinoplasty Surgery. Regards from NJ.

Eric M. Joseph, MD
West Orange Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.ericmjoseph.com

Yes, refinement of this nose is possible!

Nice cosmetic changes are possible, but the exact type and degree of change is absolutely dependent on physical exam of your skin thickness, as well as the underlying cartilagenous and bony support structures, and discussion about your breathing. Photos of a desired nasal appearance can help your rhinoplasty surgeon determine if you have realistic expectations, and can serve as a useful tool in discussions about the anticipated cosmetic changes to your own unique nose. This could be tip... more

Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS
Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon

Refine the nose

Rhinoplasty would be able to give you a narrower, more refined tip. I would suggest seeing a rhinoplasty surgeon in consultation and bringing the photos of the celebrity you like. He/She will be able to see what look you desire and tell you if it is realistically possible based on your anatomy or if it would be aesthetically pleaseing on your face. Many plastic surgeons including myself use photos simulations that can help you visualize what your final result may be, so... more

Catherine Huang-Begovic, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Yes - your nose can be refined with tip rhinoplasty

Yes - your nose can be refined with tip rhinoplasty. With a single photo it is hard to determine what might need to be done with the nasal bridge or projection of the nose. Best, Stephen Weber, M.D., Ph.D. Portland Facial Plastic Surgeon

Stephen Weber, MD
Lone Tree Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.lonetreefacial.com

Tip-plasty for refinement of the bulbous tip.

Without seeing more photos and assuming only the bulbous tip is the problem, all you need is a tip plasty. See an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon.

Toby Mayer, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Nasal tip refinement for boxy tip

Your thicker skin would likely require cartilage grafts in order to significantly alter the shape of the tip of your nose.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Best Rhinoplasty for Bulbous Tip

Hi Mya, Your nose and bulbous tip can be refined by rhinoplasty. Choose your rhinoplasty surgeon most carefully. See web reference below. Good luck and be well. Dr. P

Michael A. Persky, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty to refine the nasal tip

Yes, a rhinoplasty can be used to refine the nasal tip. The degree to which this could be done in your case is dependent on several factors. First, your nasal tip skin thickness would be important to assess in person. Having thicker skin limits how much refinement can be seen.Also, examining your nose in several views would allow for a better assessment of what could be specifically done to change your tip. In many cases, the cartilage that makes up the tip can be made less convex... more

Thomas A Lamperti, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

Tip plasty

You certainly can have your nose more refined with a tip plasty that can narrow the tip a bit and eliminate some of the boxiness.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

The celebrity nose can give ideas to explore

The idea of the 'celebrity' nose is helpful and you should bring these photos with you when you see a plastic surgeon. They demonstrate a study of balance and proportion that your surgeon should be happy to go over and explore with you. Not everyone can have an Angelina nose, nor should they, but much of what we like about it can translate into changes to consider during your rhinoplasty. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty to refine nose.

Based on your picture it does appear that your nose could be refined however the degree of improvement will depend on how thick the skin is as well as the amount of cartilage underneath the skin. If the skin is relatively thick and there is very little cartilage to remove then the results will be a minimal change. When you consult for possibly having this surgery, the surgeon will certainly take into account your unique facial features and make recommendations based on what you... more

Arnold Zweig, MD
Atlanta Facial Plastic Surgeon

Can my Nose Be Refined?

YES! And thanks for taking the time and effort to post a photo. Regards from MIAMI Dr. Darryl j. Blinski

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Nose refinement

Yes it can...but refinement to you may mean one thing, and a very different thing to your surgeon. This is where the power of the computer imaging and the skill of your surgeon should blend. The computer imaging should communicate your visual golas to your surgeon, and he should be able to deliver. I recommend that your consultation(s) include this. Dr Siegel