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Looking for Realistic Results for Ethnic Nose Job (rhynoplasty)

asked 1 year ago by 248385anon in NC
Latest answer by William Portuese, MD
Question viewed 724 times
Tags: male, bulbous, natural, options, realistic, wide

I have been looking for info for rhynoplasty and was wondering if it was possible to get it done and what options are available for my type of nose. My nose is too wide, broad, and a bit bulbous and my nostrils are a bit big for my face. I want a more in tune nose for my face without drastically changing it. I want to know if the pic is possible or can it be done better?

10 answers to Looking for Realistic Results for Ethnic Nose Job (rhynoplasty)

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Refining a wide nose

Ethnic rhinoplasty is a challenging and complex subset of rhinoplasty.  Whereas, the standard rhinoplasty is characterized by a hump on the bridge and a slightly wide tip, the typical ethnic nose (asian, middle eastern, hispanic, african american) is defined by a thick skin envelope, wide nostrils, often low bridge height, and wide tip.  The change you desire is achievable.   It would require a reduction of the nostril width, tip, and bones.  In the end, the change... more
Amir M. Karam, MD

San Diego Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Ethnic nose job and realistic results

With respect to ethnic rhinoplasty, there are many variables that need to be addressed. Wide alae are reduced through alarplasty incisions right at the nostril sill. A low dorsum is augmented with either the patient’s own cartilage from their nose or a silastic nasal implant. There are tip techniques to thin, narrow, and refine the tip when necessary. This reduces the bulbousness of the tip. In addition to the above described procedures, it is also important to add close follow up... more
William Portuese, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Ethnic Rhinoplasty

All rhinoplasty should be individualized so the nose is in harmony with the surrounding facial features. Your proposed result is natural, but I think your nose can be better than you've shown if it is done by a surgeon experienced in ethnic rhinoplasty.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Achieving Natural Results In Ethnic Rhinoplasty

With the techniques available today in rhinoplasty, it is possible to achieve natural results, even in ethnic noses. My recommendation is to seek a board certified plastic surgeon or ENT surgeon with an interest in rhinoplasty.  Look at before and after photos to see if you like the "style" of the surgeon. Best of Luck.
Michael A. Jazayeri, MD

Santa Ana Plastic Surgeon
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All these issues can be improved

All of the concerns you have about your nose can be addressed.There are many procedures that have been developed over the years specifically to treat problems in "ethnic noses", whether the patient is Afro-American, Hispanic, or Asian. The bone and cartilage structure of the nose is different from a Caucasian nose so it's important that you have a consultation with someone who has treated a nose similar to yours, in the past. Not only does the nose need to be narrowed but there... more
Joseph M. Perlman, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon
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African American rhinoplasty

Your request is very straight forward and logical.  Each of the elements that you have astutely noted can be modified.  This will require an experienced plastic surgeon who can go over the strategy for change in detail. All the best, Tal Raine MD
Talmage J. Raine, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty

Maintaining an individuals ethnicity I think is key to rhinoplasty surgery. This will provide a natural result.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Realistic ethnic rhinoplasty.

You will get a result that is better than your "after" picture if you see an experienced ethnic rhinoplasty surgeon who does NATURAL noses. The tip can be narrowed, the bridge narrowed and the nostrils as well.
Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty should stay true to you

In America today and certainly in our practice 'ethnic' is beginning to lose its meaning. We are all unique and come from the world over. We have features and characteristics which help us to connect to who we are and where we come from. Rhinoplasty does not set a single standard and the 'best' rhinoplasty produces an attractive nose that speaks to who you are. Find a surgeon who is motivated by what changes you wish to make and ask to trial changes with simulation... more
Peter E. Johnson, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Realistic results for Ethnic rhinoplasty

Hi, You can defiantly have  Rhinoplasty to refine your nasal features and still keep it looking ethnic. The pics you posted are difficult to discern but the afters appears to have subtle changes. I do many ethnic rhnoplasties and you can see my results and technique on the website below. Best, Dr.S.
Oleh Slupchynskyj, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

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