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Rhinoplasty for Fat Nose?

I'm only 16, but it bothers me so much that I have a fat nose. I look like I have a guy's nose, and it takes over my face. When I smile, it flares and gets bigger! Can Rhinoplasty help with this?

Asked 34 months ago by uglynose in nyc
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Fat Nose

Without seeing your nose, it is safe to say that a rhinoplasty can change the size and contour of a large nose. There are limitations, depending on the thickness of the overlying skin. At this stage I recommend seeing a rhinoplasty surgeon to discuss your needs and explain what can be done.  
Richard W. Fleming, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty is a static operation

A rhinoplasty is not done for smiling and flaring. A rhinoplasty is a static operation, and even after a rhinoplasty, your nose will still look wide when you smile. Certainly, the nose tip and bridge can be feminized, refined, and improved to further balance with your face.
William Portuese, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty is great for wide noses

A wide nose can be reshaped through rhinoplasty. Nose reshaping is one of the most complicated procedures in plastic surgery. The techniques used for the wide nose can vary depending on where the width is of concern. The top third of the nose is made up of bone and the middle, cartilage and the lower third more cartilage but even more skin. There are different procedures for each area. The upper third requires manipulating and controlled breaking of the nasal bones in rhinoplasty. The... more
Philip Young, MD
Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Fat nose rhinoplasty

Most likely rhinoplasty would be able to help you with your concerns.  A wide oversized nose is a common concern of patients.  You need to find a well qualified surgeon to have a consultation with to adequately answer your question however. 
Edward Buckingham, MD
Austin Facial Plastic Surgeon
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