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Pros and Cons of African American Rhinoplasty?

asked 2 years ago by Drealovelywish
Latest answer by Jon F. Harrell, DO
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Tags: nose, nose tip, male, natural, pros and cons

Is there a way to make my nose look smaller without surgery? Is cosmetic surgery really worth it? I've seen many pics of patients who look like Barbie and Ken after having work done. What are the pros and cos of Rhinoplasty? These photo is of the front view of my face. My nose is way too big and wide for my face. I want to define the tip however, many pics I see of patients look fake and unnatural.

17 answers to Pros and Cons of African American Rhinoplasty?

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Pros and cons of Rhinoplasty

Hello, Non-surgical techniques are seldom effective. A highly skilled surgeon who specializes in ethnic rhinoplasty will be able to produce results that look natural and are great functionally. There are risks associated with any surgery, and that may be considered a "con." A "pro" depends on what your goals are with the procedure and what you as an individual would like the end result to be. Please feel free to ask me any further questions about the procedure, as... more
Paul S. Nassif, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Natural-looking rhinoplasty results

Rhinoplasty is definitely not an operation where one size fits all. The first thing that you should know is that you cannot have any nose you desire. Your rhinoplasty surgeon should be striving to give you the nose that best fits your face. The same principle is no different in the ethnic rhinoplasty. The main differences will be how you get there. During your consultation with an experienced Rhinoplasty surgeon you should be able to discuss with your surgeon what changes you desire to your... more
Philip S. Schoenfeld, MD

Chevy Chase Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Experienced surgeons give rhinoplasty results that look natural

There is no other way to make the nose smaller without surgery. This is called a reduction rhinoplasty. It is very important to perform a natural ethnic rhinoplasty so that the nose does not look like it has been done. Procedures that can be performed on the nose for ethnic rhinoplasty and African-American rhinoplasty include narrowing the nasal bridge, refining the tip, and an alarplasty to narrow the nostrils. Look for a surgeon who has performed thousands of rhinoplasty surgeries.... more
William Portuese, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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You might benefit from a Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty Procedure.

If you want to narrow the width of your nostrils, then a surgical procedure would be necessary. If you might be interested in subtle refinement in the appearance of your nose, then you could have an Injectable Filler treatment. I've had good results with refining, and projecting a flattened tip, along with building up a low nasal-bridge. I've attached a link demonstrating this technique. Depending on your desires, you may be a candidate for Rhinoplasty Surgery. You should consult a... more
Eric M. Joseph, MD

West Orange Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Ethnic Rhinoplasty

If it is worth it or not is not something that any of us can answer. You would have answer that yourselft. Are you unhappy enough about your nose that you are willing to have elective cosmetic surgery? That is the question you need to answer. There are many risks and benefits to rhinoplasty and you need to see a board certified plastic surgeon to go over the list with you. You also need to find a plastic surgeon who specialized in ethnic rhinoplasty as well. Good luck....
Farbod Esmailian, MD

Orange County Plastic Surgeon
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Natural appearing rhinoplasty plastic surgery

Rhinoplasty, or corrective nose surgery, is one of the most artistic procedures in plastic surgery. Achieving a balanced appearance to the nasal shape, from both the frontal and side views, must be combined with careful attention to the functional purpose of the nose. In consideration of your rhinoplasty, adjustments may be made to your nasal tip, your nasal dorsum, your nasal width, and your nasal base. A change in one of these features, however, can have significant effect on the... more
Adam David Lowenstein, MD

Santa Barbara Plastic Surgeon
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African American Rhinoplasty

African American Rhinoplasty is a specialty in itself. It also has a bad wrap because to the disasters with Michael Jackson and other black celebrities. Every patient has unique anatomy and desires unique changes. Therefore every rhinoplasty must be custom made for that particular patient.
Oleh Slupchynskyj, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon
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A rhinoplasty can have a natural appearing result

In my opinion the best rhinoplasty results are the ones where you cannot tell that someone has had their nose done without looking at the before pictures. Many patients and some rhinoplasty surgeons have a particular look that they like for their patients. In my opinion, it is best to make the nose fit the face as opposed to make the nose fit someone else's face. To simply narrow a wide nose and narrow the tip some should leave you with a natural looking nose. If you try to create a... more
Scott Trimas, MD

Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Pros and Cons of Ethnic Rhinoplasty

You have a lot of good questions. First question - no. Second question - yes, almost always. The pros of rhinoplasty are having a nose that better suits your self image and feeling better about your appearance. The cons are the downtime asociated with surgery, the cost and the possibility of complications or just disappointment with the results. For a patient with reasonable expectations working with a skilled surgeon the downside to Rhinoplasty is minimized significantly. Best of Luck... more
Jon F. Harrell, DO

Miami Plastic Surgeon

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Is it possible to create a natural looking African American Rhinoplasty?

A natural looking nose is possible after rhinoplasty for African Americans. The key factor here is selecting an expert who understands your ethnic concerns and has experience in working with African Americans. Photoimaging can be helpful in designing your nose, but beware that some surgeons use this as a marketing tool rather than as a guide during surgery. Communicate with your surgeon about your goals. It is not uncommon for patients to want to look like themselves,... more
Anil R. Shah, MD

Chicago Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Natural Rhinoplasty Results

Rhinoplasty results by good surgeons are natural. The nose should be changed so it is in harmony with the rest of your facial features. The bad results you've seen are the result of poor choices, not possible surgical complications. During consultation look at pictures of results in noses similar to yours.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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African-American Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)

Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) is a challenging operation and nose jobs in Blacks / South American Indians / Asian (Ethnic Rhinoplasty) is especially challenging because of the thicker skin which does not drape well, the often low dorsum (bridge of the nose) requiring augmentation and narrowing, the flaring nostrils and the bulbous tip requiring narrowing and refinement. Ethnic rhinoplasty is not only transformative but can cross racial boundaries which some people may find objectionable (IE your... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty results

Rhinoplasty is perhaps the most challenging procedures we as plastic surgeons do. Aside from the technical details, the desired goals of the patient need to be taken into consideration, along with the the physical presentation of the patient. I think that your nose is wide at the base (tip), with a bulbous ill defined tip. I don't see other views to make a formal diagnosis. I think if you express your goals to the surgeon, and like his results, you should be abe to achieve the look you are... more
Scott E. Kasden, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
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Pros and cons of rhinoplasty

There are good and bad rhinoplasty results out there for certain.  What you should do is to visit surgeons expert in ethnic rhinoplasty and discuss your desires and see what might be done for you specifically.  Dr. Daniel in Newport Beach has a vast experience with this for starters. 
Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
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Natural rhinoplasty

A natural rhinoplasty can be performed. Certainly narrowing the width of the nose augmenting the dorsum and refining the tip can be accomplished. Look for a skilled rhinopalsty surgeon.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Good and natural rhinoplasty results come from good surgeons.

 See an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon who does good noses and your nose will look better and natural after surgery. Because you have ethnic issues, see a surgeon who does many ethnic noses that LOOK NATURAL and you should have an improved similar look.
Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Nasal surgery gone bad

You must realize that oftentimes, as surgeons, it is our intention to create natural and subtle changes. However, patients frequently request more and more enhancements or refinements that result in overly operated noses. Meet with a surgeon and discuss your goals and desires.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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