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Should I Bring Pictures of Desired Noses to Rhinoplasty Consultation?

asked 4 years ago by anon
Latest answer by Mike Majmundar, MD
Question viewed 3,306 times
Tags: male, consultation
Hello, I was considering having a rhinoplasty procedure, but had some questions concerning it. I have read up on this for almost a year, but this question tends to stir up the most controversy: Would it be good for me to bring pictures in of desired noses? Second, I am a male with a very long nose, so would I be able to make my nose smaller and more defined; rather than long, and "chubby." The reason I ask this second question is because most of the before and after photos that I have seen of people with long noses has not demonstrated much difference in them. Meaning it seems as if the surgeon only made slight decreases in his/her nose. Why is this?

64 answers to Should I Bring Pictures of Desired Noses to Rhinoplasty Consultation?

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Nose pictures and an experienced surgeon equals winning combination

It is always helpful to bring pictures as long as you do not expect to look exactly like any of them. However, it is useful to discuss your sense of what you consider aesthetic for YOUR nose. This will help you and your doctor to arrive on the same page. In addition, drawings help a lot as well. Software computer imaging is also helpful but not necessary and in my opinion is best used to demonstrate the curve desired on the profile view. You are correct, many surgeons do NOT take the... more
Ashkan Ghavami, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

www.Ghavamiplasticsurgery.com

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Pictures at Rhinoplasty Consultation

Bringing pictures to your rhinoplasty consultation is a good way to visually describe what features you like. It is an excellent technique to help the surgeon discuss what can and what cannot be done with your nose. A good surgeon will strive to make your nose proportional to other aesthetic features of your face, not duplicate somebody else's nose.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

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Photos

Photos are valuable if used as support in communication. It will help demonstrate your objectives and expectations. The surgeon will be able to determine if these expectations are reasonable and if he/she can help you.
Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS

West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon
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Balanced contours in rhinoplasty lead to the most natural result

Pictures are valuable, in order to give you talking points during the consult. They can illustrate specific desires for highlights, size, definition, or tip rotation. Those talking points can then be extrapolated to your current nose shape, and thats when the real conversation begins. You can then discuss with your rhinoplasty surgeon what is applicable to your anatomy, and whether those changes can be accomplished. Imaging is central to this process in my practice. As for your second... more
Kevin Robertson, MD

Madison Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Bring photos to rhinoplasty consultation

Yes, but with a few caveats... Remember, the consultation is all about communication. You need to make sure the physician understands what you are looking for. For this reason, I also suggest computer simulation (esp for profile changes) to help both surgeon and patient understand what things might look like. Photo of celebrities, etc. may help the surgeon understand where you're coming from. However, you must realize: 1. Celebrity photos are almost always idealized/touched up 2. Only... more
Sam Most, MD

Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drmost.com

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Long and chubby noses postop

In answer to your first question, yes you should bring in photos but they must be realistic. People often bring me noses on faces that don't at all resemble the patient's face. That's not so helpful because usually the patient is subconsciously looking at the other facial features and likes that. Morphing on the computer can help with preop communication but often isn't achieved postoperatively to the degree that one expects. Usually, the morphed photo isn't looked at in the postoperative... more
Ricardo A. Meade, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
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Magazine photos at preop appointment

Hi, Any information that can be brought to the consultation is helpful including photos of celebrities and othe magazine models. It helps begin a discussion regarding what your expectations are and whether or not this is reasonable. For others, it helps them convey in words what they are not able to convey otherwise. g
Mike Majmundar, MD

Atlanta Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Additional photos and collateral for your rhinoplasty consultation

Absolutely, it is always great to bring in as much information and photos as you can.....you and your surgeon need to be on the same page. Most important though, make sure your surgeon has a sophisticated morphing program so you and he can review what is realistic and what the results are going to resemble after the surgery.
Philip Miller, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drphilipmiller.com

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Pictures to Help Acheive Your Aesthetic Goals

Bringing pictures to a surgical consultation is usually very helpful, since they will help you explain your goals more clearly to your surgeon. It is often difficult for patients to articulate their aesthetic ideas since they are often not familiar with the medical and anatomical terminology for features of the nose and surrounding parts of the face. However, it is important to remember that while these pictures will help in fostering clearer communication... more
Lawrence Bass, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Information Before Rhinolpasty Aids Communication

Looking at your nose, and of those you admire, helps you discern what features you are looking to change. This information will aid in your consultation. But each patient brings a unique set of circumstances such as skin thickness, cartilage structure & support, etc., each of which determines what changes are realistic. During the consultation, your surgeon will take the time to educate you about your particular circumstances, even an overly long nose.
Edward Szachowicz, MD, PhD

Minneapolis Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.facialplasticsurgery.com

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Should I Bring Pictures of Desired Noses to Rhinoplasty Consultation?

It is very important that you compare your esthetic preferences with those of your would be surgeon. If your desire is unrealistic your surgeon will have the opportunity of commenting on it, if your plan of nasal refinement is reasonable the photographs of noses you like, may help him to design your surgery more to your liking.
Kris Conrad, MD

Toronto Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Photographs and Rhinoplasty surgery

It is always helpful to bring photographs with you during the preoperative phase and consultation. Photographs help the surgeon decide what you find aesthetically pleasing. I use digital imaging on all consultations for Rhinoplasty and this enables the surgeon to actually show the patient the proposed result. Photographs will not show your exact nose and as a surgeon we must work with what we have in front of us, cartilage, bones and skin thickness differences included. With digital... more
Michael Elam, MD

Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty pictures

It is always helpful for a patient to bring pictures in of noses that they like.  It doesn't necessarily mean that the surgeon is going to be able to replicate that nose - it all depends on your anatomy to start out with, facial structure, etc.  However, it does give the surgeon an idea of what the patient is thinking about and what he/she may need to do to get you close to your ideal.
Christopher V. Pelletiere, MD

Barrington Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty Pictures are Helpful

Bringing pictures of noses you like to your consultation are helpful, but only in a very limited way.  The photographs help with communicating your likes, but what looks good on that other person may not look good on you.  In addition, it may be technically impossible to create that nose from your nose.  Far more valuable is to visit a surgeon who will do computer simulations of your nose.  A good surgeon will only simulate changes s/he knows are... more
Louis W. Apostolakis, MD

Austin Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.dr-apo.com

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Treating the long nose

I  personally encourage patients to bring in pictures of noses that they "like."  First of all  that gives me an idea of their aesthetic sense, and secondly it facilitates discussion.  It may be that the nose the person likes is just too different from what they are starting with to be achievable. Or it may be that the nose in the picture is not appropriate for that patient.  Julie Andrew's nose wouldn't look good on a 6'2' male, for example. ... more
Paul W. Loewenstein, MD

Milwaukee Plastic Surgeon
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Shortening a nose during rhinoplasty

In general it is a good idea to bring photographs during your consultation in order to facilitate discussion and improve communication with your doctor. Shortening and de-projecting a nose is one of the more complicated tasks in rhinoplasty. First, significant shortening of the nose can leave behind skin excess which will make the tip look round, also known as a poly beak deformity. Secondly, significant shortening of the nose may render it fake or operated looking. Having said that,... more
Maurice M. Khosh, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty goals

Since we all have different facial shapes and appaearnces, the best result after a rhinoplasty is one that looks best on and fits your face. In my practice there is no such thing as a "cookie cutter nose" which really should be a thing of the past. Bringing in photos during your consultaton may help in order to determine your aesthetic ideals. Obviuously Brad Pitts's nose will not look good on Arnold Schwarazegger. In a thoruough discussion with you and your experienced... more
Jacob D. Steiger, MD

Boca Raton Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Photos for rhinoplasty planning

You ask two questions. The first is about bringing example photos for rhinoplasty. While it can be very helpful to discuss your desires using photos you need to be very aware that it is impossible to create the exact nose you see in a magazine. Every patient starts with a different nose and no two results will ever be the same. I do discuss photos that my patients bring to office as a guideline, but always make it clear that getting any of those photos as an end result is impossible. As for... more
Adam Rubinstein, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty post-op

It is always a good idea to explain to your doctor your concerns and desired results from surgery. Photos of  other people's noses may or may not be helpful. Sometimes the pictures brought in demonstrate unrealistic expectations. Everyone's face is different.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Photos can be helpful

Photos are helpful for me to understand what type of nose the patient likes.  Its my job then to tell the patient if he/she has a realistic chance of getting that result.  The long noses you speak about after surgery may be the surgeons being conservative.  If you do make a long nose shorter, it will become perceptually more triangular and thus chubbier. Computer imaging can give you a preview.  Also, if you've researched for a year and are still tentative about surgery,... more
Ramtin Kassir, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Pictures may represent what you wish, but not what is realistic

Rhinoplasty can only do so much for any individual.  A nose starts with a given shape, size, and orientation and surgery can only go so far.  So if you bring photos that are drastically different from your existing nose, that will not be very helpful to the surgeon. If the photos you bring are within the realm of surgical possibility, then they may be helpful.  Overall, I think using a computer morphing imaging program is a better way to determine goals and expectations for... more
David W. Kim, MD

Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Photos are a great way to help communicate with your surgeon

Rhinoplasty is a very intricate procedure requiring a surgeon with extensive experience and training. In order to achieve your desired result it is first of all important to select a qualified surgeon. When meeting with your surgeon for you consultation, it is always a good idea to bring in pictures of how you would like your nose to look. This helps your surgeon better understand your goals and opens up the conversation for realistic expectations. To help visualize your potential results... more
Tarick K. Smaili, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty photos to consultation

The answer is yes. The problem is that most fashion magazine photos do not show a true side view and they tend to portray what may be a imperfect nose in its most favorable light. The photos therefore can provide then surgeon a general idea of the shape and important contours that are important. The photo may also be a good lead to discuss other facial issues such as the chin, cheek, jaw line and neck. As a generality, male noses are somewhat harder to contour and may require more... more
Paul S. Howard, MD

Birmingham Plastic Surgeon
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Pictures of noses you like helps the initial consultation

I think it helps tremendously to show photos of noses you like and also, noses you do not like. Both help to communicate what your aesthetic desires are. It will also help your surgeon make some judgements about what is possible according to your expectations. Bring in photos that make sense.   
Jay Calvert, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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Bringing Photos to Rhinoplasty Consultation

The more information we as rhinoplasty surgeons have about the patient's desires, the better we can deliver those results. So, bringing pictures of noses you find attractive can help the surgeon in better understanding your aesthetic goals. One caveat: Many photos in magazines are heavily modified (photoshoped, air-brushed, make-up / lighting tricks) and may not be an exact representation of that person's real nose! Best to you, Dr. Vartanian
A. John Vartanian, MD

Glendale Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Bring pictures of noses you like to a Rhinoplasty consult

Nose shapes that you might like can be difficult to describe with words. A picture is worth a thousand words. With this information your surgeon should be able to incorporate these desires into a digital image morphing session and be able to tell you what is and what is not possible with rhinoplasty, It is yet another tool to communicate with your doctor.
Andrew Jacono, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Bringing pictures to rhinoplasty consultation

A long nose definately can be shortened without looking "chubby." However, one must keep in mind that rhinoplasty is not like sculpting with clay. Working with bone, cartilage and tissue can be challenging. Some surgeons do just their style of nose. I try to keep the person looking like themself and simply clean up what is undesireable. Bringing in pictures does help the sugeon know what kind of results you are looking for. The reality of what can be surgically accomplished is... more
Harold J. Kaplan, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
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It is a good idea to bring pictures to your rhinoplasty consult

It is a good idea to bring photos to your rhinoplasty consult just so your surgeon can have a good idea of what you are hoping for. As you probably know there are limitations based on your anatomy that your surgeon should discuss with you and so it may be impossible to give you the same nose as the model or actress you borough photos of, but I like to see these photos just to get an idea of what you aesthetic goals are. The more information I can get from a person the better chance I have... more
Jason B. Diamond, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Bring your photos of desired noses to Rhinoplasty consultation

I have mixed feelings about patients bringing photos of noses they like that they see in magazines or elsewhere. It can be helpful to know what the patient likes and what they think looks good. On the other hand it can be problematic if a the patient is fixed on a celebrity nose that would be physically impossible to give them. That being said, I occasionally have patients bring in photos of noses they like and I keep them in mind while I do the imaging on our computer to simulate the... more
Ivan Wayne, MD

Oklahoma City Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Photos of desired nose appearances before rhinoplasty

Pictures can tell me what your sense of a beautiful nose are. The surgeon cannot duplicate that nose, they can work with your nose, skin, cartillage and bone. Males have thick skin, difficult to deal with. Male rhinoplasty should not feminize the nose. Tell your surgeon what you want and they will be able to tell you if that is achievable.
Samir Shureih, MD

Baltimore Plastic Surgeon
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Photos and rhinoplasty

Yes, you can take photos to your Rhinoplasty consultation, but keep in mind that every person's nose is different, and therefore your results cannot be guaranteed to look like anyone else's. Noses can be refined, but male skin is thicker, and the results can be more subtle and take longer to be evident. As long as you are aware of this prior to surgery, you won't be disappointed. Good luck.
Nina S. Naidu, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
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Photos are great to bring along, but can't "copycat" noses

Yes. Bring some photos of what you might want your nose to look like to your consulatation.  Understand, however, that no surgeon can give you someone else's nose. Your own surgical outcome depends on lots of factors, like skin thickness, cartilage thickness and strength, oily or dry skin and genetics.
Stuart H. Bentkover, MD

Worcester Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Photos for Rhinoplasty

Hi, I have found that when patients bring pictures to consultations it can be very helpful to begin discussions of what the patient perceives as an attractive nose. This discussion is very tricky, however, and must effectively be redirected to what possibilities and limitations the patient's anatomy presents for the given desired outcomes. This is best done using morphing software to work with the given anatomy of the patient as a starting point. An experienced rhinoplasty surgeon should... more
Behrooz Torkian, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Pictures are good to bring

Because they help the surgeon know what you'd like your nose to look like. Unfortunately however alot of magazine photos are that helpful. Why? Because many of them have been 'touched up', they frequently are small in size, dont enlarge well and often they are mostly frontal shots which are the least revealing. However they can be a starting point in your discussions.
Oakley Smith, MD

Toronto Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.droakleysmithrhinoplasty.com

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It helps to bring pictures to your consult

Cosmetic surgery is something you do for yourself. Bringing photos of desired noses lets your physician visually have an idea of what you want. The ultimate result, long or short, chubby or thin, depends on what your anatomy brings in, and what the surgeon can do. Please bring them and spend the time working with your physician to come up with a pleasing preoperative plan.
Keith Denkler, MD

Marin Plastic Surgeon
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Photos to consult

First, I would say every patient is unique. The most important photos are always the ones of the patient. Having said that any and all additional information is helpful so I would say yes. You need to understand that while you like a nose on a certain face your bone and fat structure may or may not be similar.
Jay M. Pensler, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

www.plasticsurg.org

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Much better to discuss what can be done on patient's nose

In order to help achieve the best possible result from surgery, it is important to let your surgeon know exactly what your goals are for the surgery. That being said patients often get too hung up on getting someone else's nose. In truth, its much better for the surgeon to discuss with the patient what can be done with their nose! I do think it is essential that your surgeon use computer software to show you your altered nose. It is also much more important for you to see many photos of... more
Benjamin C. Marcus, MD

Madison Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.uwhealth.org

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Clear communication between patient and surgeon critical for optimizing Rhinoplasty results

In order to help acheive the best possible result from surgery, it is important to let your surgeon know exactly what your goals are for the surgery. Bringing photographs can be very helpful in this process. We also utilize computer imaging to help in the discussion. Be clear and forthright about your goals and expectations, and be sure to discuss potential problems or complications of the surgery as well. The more open you are with your surgeon, the better the chance that an... more
Michael H. Rosenberg, MD

White Plains Plastic Surgeon

plasticsurgeryweb.com

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Rhinoplasty should suit your facial features

Patients who undergo nasal surgery regard the procedure on a personal basis. Usually, an individual will want surgery for the following reasons: 1) they feel their nose is out of proportion to their face, 2) a particular feature gives their nose an unusual appearance, or 3) to correct a deformity from previous injury or surgery. People rarely request a “perfect” nose. They understand that a perfect nose is a rare occurrence not usually seen naturally or after having had... more
Lawrence Scott Ennis, MD

Pensacola Plastic Surgeon
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Computer imaging is superior to photographs to communicate with your surgeon

Some plastic surgeons may be concerned when a prospective patient brings photos of other individuals, such as a fashion model, to demonstrate the result they are seeking from the surgery. A patient who comes with photos may be construed as having unrealistic expectations and therefore impossible to please. However, if the patient can demonstrate a rational understanding of the use of these photos then they can be helpful to the surgeon and the surgical outcome. The pictures help the surgeon... more
David A. Ross, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Bringing pictures helps the surgeon get the Rhinoplasty results you want

I always like when a patient brings in photos of their desires. This helps me understand the patients expectations and desires. By evaluating and seeing what a patient feels is attractive I can figure out if the patient is realistic about his or her expectations and whether they are likely to be happy with their results. On another topic, long noses are harder to make smaller but with an experienced nasal surgeon you should be able to get reasonable results. Good luck!
Carlos Wolf, MD

Miami Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Bringing Photos to your Rhinoplasty Consult can help

Photos illustrating what you consider to be a desirable nose can help your surgeon identify what your aesthetic goals are, and can enhance your communication. (If you are the victim of trauma, photos of your nose before the accident can also be helpful!) You must realize, however, that while it is impossible to "give" someone the nose of a famous person or model, certain aesthetic ideals of those noses can be utlilized in the reshaping of your nose.
Randolph Capone, MD

Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.baltimorefaces.com

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Photos can be very helpful to demonstrate your aesthetic sensibility

When I was a resident, I was told that if someone shows up for a consultation with photos from a magazine of a celebrity, run the other way - very fast. I have found that is not necessarily true. Bringing photos can help demonstrate a patent's aesthetic sense and what they consider to be an attractive nose. Given this parameter, a surgeon cannot make your nose look exactly like the one in the photo but can discuss how your nose may be similar or different. Results depend on the underlying... more
Steven J. Pearlman, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Shortening a long nose is possible

Shortening the long nose is a fairly common thing in Rhinoplasty. It involves shortening the cartilage that is holding the nose in a long position. Bringing in pictures helps the surgeon know what you are talking about. This can be a vital factor in getting what you want out of Rhinoplasty. One thing to realize is that you should be realistic about what can be achieved. A rhinoplasty will improve your look, but you may still look like you just better. To totally change your look, a lot... more
Philip Young, MD

Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Pictures during Rhinoplasty consultation give ideas on your expectations

It is not required to bring pictures but it does help show the physician an idea of what you expect or are looking for. The surgeon can then explain what is possible with your anatomy. Most rhinoplasty surgeons should have several pictures for you to review to help with this process. 
William J. Hedden, MD

Birmingham Plastic Surgeon
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Bringing photos to a rhinoplasty consultation

Bringing photos to a rhinoplasty procedure may not be a bad idea. Importantly, it will let your surgeon know if you are realistic about what can be achieved. Remember, even the best rhinoplasty surgeon in the world is limited by patient anatomy and especially skin thickness (or "chubby" as you have described). Regarding refining long noses, the length of the nose can be lengthened or shortened using different techniques. However, as stated above, there is a limit to what can be... more
Michael A. Jazayeri, MD

Santa Ana Plastic Surgeon
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Absolutely bring pictures during Rhinoplasty consultation

I recommend that patients do bring pictures during consultations for a number of reasons, most important is that it provides a visual starting point for your surgeon to discuss "feasability" of achieving your desired end-point. He/she will be able to study your nose in detail and review your desired goal photos and be able to tell you whether it is realistic or not and why. Overly shortening and narrowing the nose may not be achievable in some patients and depends largely on facial... more
John Philip Connors III, MD

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon
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Bringing pictures to consult

Absolutely! The consult is about exchanging information. The more info you give your doctor, the better they will be able to determine if they can help you achieve what you want. No doctor can make you look like any picture you bring in, but it may help with determining your desired expectations.
Dean Fardo, MD

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon
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Reducing the size of the nose

I think it is an excellent idea to bring photos of desired outcomes. Please understand that these results may not be achievable in your particular instance but it gives the surgeon a better idea of your goasl and expectations.. In terms of results, it is difficult to predict with any consistency, how your nasal skin will\ contract in response to a change in the cartilage structure.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Things to consider for a Rhinoplasty consultation

Let's divide these questions into parts: 1. Bringing pictures of desired noses can be very helpful in establishing what is realistic. You might not be able to get close to any of them, but it is a good information for you to have. 2. Look at the surgeon's before and after photos. Look at the ones that are close to yours. Make sure you like the results. If not, go to a different surgeon. 3. Computer imaging is extremely helpful, again, to establish the parameters of what is realistic, and... more
Stella Desyatnikova, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Photos can be a great tool to communicate your wishes for rhinoplasty

Bringing photos of a nose that has features that you like can be very helpful to your surgeon, but perspective is important. While your surgeon can make improvements toward the ideal that you perceive, it's important to realize that he or she will not be able to guarantee that your nose looks like the ones in the photos. Another alternative is to see a plastic surgeon who has imaging software so that he or she can take your photo and change your nose on the computer to approach your wishes... more
Adam David Lowenstein, MD

Santa Barbara Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty pre-surgery photos

It is helpful to bring in some photos of noses that you like during a rhinoplasty consultation. This can give the plastic surgeon a better idea of the shape you are interested in having. Keep in mind however that these photos can never be perfectly duplicated on your nose, but only serve as a guide to achieving your goal. Computer imaging is also helpful in this regard. Everyone has differences in skin thickness, bone thickness and cartilage shape, which makes even computer imaging an... more
William Bruno, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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Bringing photos to your Rhinoplasty consultation is a good idea

I think it is a good idea to bring photos to your consultation. This lets you and the doctor try to get on the "same page.' Remember that rhinoplasty is typically described at the most difficult procedure that plastic surgeons do in the sense of getting good consistent results. You are not made of wood or clay. Noses are composed of different types of tissues, (bone, cartilage, thin skin, thick skin, etc). The other thing is if you change one thing on a nose, often another part of the... more
Jeffrey Roth, MD

Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon
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Bring Photos for Rhinoplasty Consultation

It is helpful to bring photographs of yourself and other noses to a consultation. This helps the surgeon understand what your desires are. However the ability of a nose to transform into a exact desired shape is non existent. You can try to get close to it but the scarring and healing process can make the eventual result different than what you anticipated. You should be very clear in your communication with the doctor. A lot of times disappointment happens as a result of mis communication.... more
Tanveer Janjua, MD

Bedminster Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Pictures of desired noses to rhinoplasty consultation

Ditto to Drs Gunter and Rohich, I can not add more. Enough of the posting docs have addressed your question. Go get 3 opinions, make sure you understand all the options in your informed consent. Best of Luck.
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Computer imaging better than random photo

I prefer video imaging of the patient to educate rather than a random photo. The photography is not with some value, but really is on a face with different features. There are mathematical proportions that define an attractive nose and these are plugged into the video imaging. Almost always, the patients like what they see. As regards size, there are limits to what the surgeon can do. The skin envelope can only accommodate so much decrease in structural support. After this is begins to... more
Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty Consultation for Nasal Surgery

During the initial consultation for rhinoplasty, you should become acquainted with your plastic surgeon and establish an honest rapport about acheivable aesthetic and functional goals of surgery. Bringing pictures out of magazines is critical during the consultation and I always recommend patients to do so during their consultation with me.
Raffy Karamanoukian, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Bring Photos /Questions to your Rhinoplasty consult

Yes, I find it helpful when patients come informed with questions. and photos of what they like and dont like about their nose. I like patients who know what they want and can list the things about their nose they would like to have improved. In the end, it is always important to listen to the patient concerns especially when you are considering changing their nasal shape . The nose is the most prominent aspect of your face so you have to make sure you restore or maintain nasal/facial... more
Rod J. Rohrich, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
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Should I bring pictures to a rhinoplasty consultation?

This is a good idea if you take realistic photos. Patients often bring photos of attractive models but their noses are not similar. This usually means they are looking at the overall facial appearance and not the similarities of the nose. If you take photos, make certain all the noses look the same.
Jack P. Gunter, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon

www.rhinoplasty-usa.com

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Bringing a picture can help you and your surgeon decide what is and is not realistic

Rhinoplasty is one of the most intricate facial plastic surgeries. The surgeon needs to create a nose that is cosmetically suited to the face and at the same time is functional as a part of respiratory system. It is possible to create a feminine nose that is functional but not all surgeons have the proper training and skills to accomplish that. Best is to consult with at least three specialists and gather all the information. Speak to as many past patients as possible.
Amir Moradi, MD

San Diego Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Bringing photographs to your Rhinoplasty consultation

Information is key to a good rhinoplasty consultation. In addition to bringing photographs of noses that you are interested in, we will be taking photographs, and using a computer imaging system to demonstrate the changes that are possible. Both are tools to educate the patient as to what is possible to achieve for the patient. If the results are not enough to satisfy the patient -- that I do not recommend having surgery.
Richard Greco, MD

Savannah Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty

Hi, Yes it is always a good idea to bring pictures of your desired nose. Long, chubby noses can be made smaller and more defined. There are limitations to any rhinoplasty procedure. The best way to figure out what can be done is to have computer imaging. This will allow the surgeon and yourself to come to a mutual agreement of what your nose will look like after the surgery. Best, Dr. S
Oleh Slupchynskyj, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.facechange.org

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Rhinoplasty consultation

Every doctor's approach is different but in my practice, I recommend that patients bring pictures of noses the like and do not like. This does not mean that I can "give" them the nose they like. What it does for me is help me understand my patent's aesthetic perspective. I can also see if their vision is realistic given my ability and their baseline anatomy. I also use photo-imaging but not all doctors have this. The real key is the communication between your expectations and what... more
Michael Kulick, MD

San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty Consultation and Simulated Results with Imaging

One of the keys to obtaining a rhinoplasty result that you are happy with is finding a surgeon who understands your goals and desires. Thus, good communication between you and your surgeon is essential. Anything that aids in this communication is beneficial -- particularly pictures of desired noses. Because every individual possesses different facial characteristics, every rhinoplasty is unique. There is no "one-size-fits-all" nose. For the nose to appear natural it must be in... more
C. Spencer Cochran, MD

Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.rhinoplasty-usa.com

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