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Hello, I have a very prominent hump and the upper part of my nose, in front of my eyes, comes strongly forward. Also, the tip of my nose is wide, and underprojects a bit, do you think narrowing the tip will gain a little bit more foward projection? Also, would my case require a lot of work as far as grafts, etc. go? Judging from my photos would you start removing from the upper part of my nose, in front my eyes where it comes foward? Or would there be a different approach. Thanks much!

9 Doctor Answers | Asked by luvluv123
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Good rhinoplasty candidate

You are a good rhinoplasty candidate and the results can be similar/better than what you have simulated
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Complex nose

First accept that this is a complex rhinoplasty problem and needs to be done by a very experienced rhinoplasty surgeon. To start with the tip needs to be properly projected, this involves cartilage maneuvers to thin the tip and elevate the domes, and must also use a columella strut to support and project the tip. After this it is no problem to remove the hump properly to match the tip and complete the rhinoplasty
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Rhinoplasty suggestions

I have performed Rhinoplasty for over 20 years and from your photos, the nose appears to have a large dorsal hump that's both bone and cartilage. The tip is a nice shape and is rotated at the proper aesthetic angle. Medial and lateral osteotomies would remove the dorsal hump and IMHO, there's no need for grafts, struts or other support materials in your particular case. Hope this helps and good luck.

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Rhinoplasty expectations

The pictures you have provided including the corrected images show reasonable results that can be obtained. The best correction for your nose is a combination of techniques including lowering the dorsum, projecting the tip and downsizing the radix. A thorough consultation with the appropriate surgeon will help you explain the techniques to achieve your goals.
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You are a good candidate for rhinoplasty

You will get a great result if done right. You will need reduction rhinoplasty and tip refinement. I would recommend you to get multiple consultation with plastic surgeons and ask to see pictures. You can check my web site, I have few patients similar to your nasal shape.
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Rhinoplasty planning

Patients such as yourself with such a significant amount of improvement available are generally the most satisfied with surgery. Specific surgical planning should be done in consultation with your surgeon -- be sure to bring in your modified photos. Narrowing the tip will not generally increase projection, and cannot be evaluated without seeing a photo from the front. Tip support is routinely addressed during your surgery, and should not be considered "a lot of... more
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Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty could give you the look you want, but do not assume the photoshop result will match your final result exactly. Without seeing other views it is difficult to say what the tip needs.
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Suggestions for Rhinoplasty

Your photoshop results, which are a reasonable goal, show you have excellent aesthetic taste. The hump should be removed and the radix (at the top of your bridge between your eyes) should also be reduced. I cannot comment on your tip without a frontal view, but I suspect a small tip graft may be necessary to achieve the ideal projection and definition.
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A consultation is critical when thinking about rhinoplasty.

The best means of obtaining an answer to your questions is through a consultation with a rhinoplasty surgeon. During the consultation, you will have an opportunity to discuss the features of your nose that you'd like to change. Your surgeon will have the opportunity to examine your nose. You can then work together to develop a realistic and attainable surgical plan. Based on your photos, you're absolutely correct in describing a prominent radix - the area at the... more
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