Pixie nose shape require a rhinoplasty specialist?

Some people think my nose is cute because it’s pixie or elf-like. When I was younger boys made fun of me, calling me stuck up because of my nose shape. When I look at my friends and celebs no one has a nose like mine. I don’t feel sexy and I’m obviously self conscious about it. I’m considering finding a plastic surgeon for a nose job. Does anyone know if some surgeons specialize by type of nose job, or is a nose job just a nose job?

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A: Rhinoplasty for pixie nose

Samir Shureih, MD

What you need is to find a Board Certified Plastic surgeon with experience. There is no specialist in this or that type of nose. Experienced rhinoplasty surgeon will deal with all forms and types of noses.

A: Rhinoplasty for short noses

Jay Calvert, MD

My goal is to create a nose that fits the patient's face. I see many patients who have had previous surgery that is technically good, but aesthetically, the nose does not fit the face. Be careful with alterations of a pixie nose!  It is difficult, and the aesthetic goals must be clear. 

A: Help for Pixie Noses

Ashkan Ghavami, MD

First and foremost, it is clear as others have stated already that you choose a board certfied plastic surgeon who is highly experienced with all types of noses.  The more experience your surgeon has with difficult noses such as yours the less chance that you will have a need for revisions or major... more

A: PIxie nose

Stuart H. Bentkover, MD

From what you said, it sounds like your nose is maybe too short and perhaps sticks up in the air too much. Also, depending on your height, it might actually be too small. Clearly, I cannot give you a great opnion without at least a photo, but everything I have mentioned so far can often be improved.

A: Pixie Nose

Steven Wallach, MD

If you are unhappy with the appearance of your nose, then you should definitely see a rhinoplasty specialist.  Review your concerns and I am sure he will review a simple plan to correct your problems.

A: Seek out an expert to treat your Pixie Nose

L. Mike Nayak, MD

I am only guessing, but I bet by "pixie like" you mean that your nose is overly "cute" -- turned up, short, and very refined. You need to seek out a very, very experienced rhinoplasty surgeon to treat this condition, as most rhinoplasty maneuvers result in further refinement, further... more

A: You need to see an experienced Rhinoplasty surgeon for pixie nose

Ivan Wayne, MD

I would be curious to see what your nose looks like. I suspect you may have had an injury to your septum where it was fractured causing a short and over rotated nose. As some of the other answers suggest, a rhinoplasty is the most difficult and rewarding facial plastic surgical technique. The best chance... more

A: Rhinoplasty requires an expert

Benjamin C. Marcus, MD

Hi, I truly believe that rhinoplasty is one of the most complicated cosmetic operations we do. It is very important that you see someone who is experienced. This is especially true because when you have a "pixie" nose the operation to lengthen and de-rotate the nose is even more complex. Make sure... more

A: A turned up nose or pixie nose can be changed

Philip Young, MD

What is important is how pleased you are with your nose. A turned up nose can be turned down so to speak through rhinoplasty.  When you go see a facial plastic surgeon, you should ask to see what your nose would look like by altering it on a computer with a special imaging program. The surgeon can get a... more

A: Rhinoplasty for pixie nose

Stella Desyatnikova, MD

A pixie nose can indeed be very cute, or maybe it is too upturned and you think it will look better if it was changed some. I would go and consult several rhinoplasty specialists. Usually we do computer imaging at the consultation which will be helpful for you to preview the potential changes and decide... more

More answers to Pixie nose shape require a rhinoplasty specialist?
Atlanta - Get several opinions and look at lots of Rhinoplasty pictures
Austin - Pixie nose - seek a surgeon dedicated to nose surgery
Bedminster - A Nosejob Is a Nosejob
Beverly Hills - Specialist is a relative term when it comes to nose surgery
Chicago - Do your homework and schedule a few consultations to evaluate...
Dallas - Choose a Surgeon Who Specializes in Rhinoplasty
Englewood - Cannot say "a nose job is a nose job"
Jacksonville - Rhinoplasty or nose surgery requires someone who has...
Los Angeles - Rhinoplasty (which some refer to as a “nose job”), is...
New York City - plastic surgeons are trained in rhinoplasty or "nose-jobs"
San Diego - You need to see a a facial plastic surgeon that specializes in...
Santa Ana - Correction of pixie nsoe with rhinoplasty
Santa Barbara - Many plastic surgeon will be comfortable with your rhinoplasty
Thousand Oaks - Nose Job - "The hardest Cosmetic Procedure for a Plastic...

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