Open Vs Closed Rhinoplasty to Fix Nose Hump?

February 24, 2010
Asked By:lovexlinda in San Diego, CA

I'm 17 years old and my nose has been bothering me forever. I am considering Rhinoplasty and based on what I have studied and read, open surgery will take MUCH longer to heal than closed surgery. I just want to get the big hump removed and get the "bird beak" turned into a normal, straight nose. That's all and I don't think I want the front changed at all. Will an open surgery be needed for this and will my dream nose take a lot of drastic work to achieve? I prefer the truth. Thanks for the help. : )

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October 9, 2014

Answer: Closed rhinoplasty and healing

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January 23, 2011

Answer: Open vs Closed Rhinoplasty for Hump Reduction

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January 23, 2011

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March 3, 2010

Answer: Endonasal or external approach to the nose

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March 3, 2010

Answer: Endonasal or external approach to the nose

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