I had a rhinoplasty 4 weeks ago to remove a large hump and lift what I thought was a slightly droopy tip. Now my profile is straight (which I love) but my nostrils show WAY more and the tip seems too high (from the profile view, the "nasolabial angle" looks high to me). I am not pleased with the results of my rhinoplasty, but should I be?? I know it's early, but is this excessive nostril show? And is the nasolabial angle too high? I don't know if I am just being picky or if my concerns are valid.
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Every surgeon is different with their guidelines. I would recommend speaking with your surgeon regarding what they advise for before and after surgery. There are certain things that we recommend avoiding 2 weeks before and 2 weeks after surgery, which include but are not limited to various...
Hi from Istanbul, thanks for your question. Having strong nasal cartilages is crucial in rhinoplasty as they provide essential support, particularly in the tip area, creating more defined nose contours. Common issues, especially in ethnic rhinoplasty patients and those with thicker skin, include...
It is possible to refine the nasal tip and improve the appearance of a "round" nose. You do not want to be too aggressive with the surgery, as the nose may appear overdone. If a patient has thick skin, they will not always achieve the level of definition they desire, but improvements can be made...
