Rhinoplasty for minor dorsal hump correction?

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A: Find a surgeon who understands your concerns

By William Portuese, MD - Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

If you are self-conscious enough about these minor issues with your nose, you can still undergo a rhinoplasty as long as you and your surgeon believe it would be worthwhile to perform a procedure. Removing the hump will reduce the overall projection your nose gives. The plunging tip can be brought upwards,... more

A: Goals in Rhinoplasty Surgery

By Richard W. Fleming, MD - Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Your concerns are common. None of us want a result that looks like a "nose job". It is important to sculpt a nose in proportion with other facial features. Select an experienced surgeon who has aesthetic tastes similar to yours.

A: Subtle Rhinoplasty

By Michael A. Persky, MD - Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Hi Judey, A subtle rhinoplasty should achieve your nasal cosmetic goals. Make sure that your rhinoplasty surgeon understands what bothers you and what you want. For more on the Subtle Rhinoplasty click on the Web reference listed below. Be well. Dr. P

A: Rhinoplasty results.

By George J. Beraka, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Hi! Almost certainly, the changes you want in your nose can be achieved, and your nose can be left so it looks natural on your face. You need an experienced plastic surgeon with a good eye. My web site has links to the plastic surgery societies, where you can get names near you. And be sure to ask... more

A: Rhinoplasty Can Correct Minor Dorsal Hump and Other Problem Areas of The Nose

By C. Spencer Cochran, MD - Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon

The goal of any rhinoplasty is to produce a nose that looks natural and functions well. One of the most common reasons that patients seek rhinoplasty consultations is to learn about dorsal hump reduction. A dorsal hump is comprised of bone and cartilage. To remove the hump, the rhinoplasty surgeon files down... more

A: See a competent plastic surgeon

By William B. Rosenblatt, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

You must consult with a well trained, experienced rhinoplastic surgeon. Talk to them - look at their work and have all of your questions answered to your satisfaction. We do make small changes that give you quite an improvement.

A: Rhinoplasty for minor dorsal hump correction? Rhinoplasty

By Michael Kulick, MD - San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

Hello, The answer depends on your expectations, communication between you and your doctor and his expertise. You should be able to get a good result. Computer imaging can help with communication - your pictures are manipulated to demonstrate possible out comes. You can bring in... more

A: The surgeon you choose is the most important decision

By Darrick E. Antell, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

The most important part of getting a good result from plastic surgery, is the surgeon that you choose. Techniques have improved along with improved anesthesia and improved instruments. What you have described sounds fairly straight forward but discuss your concerns with your surgeon. I tell patients that my... more

A: Know what you are getting into

By Behrooz Torkian, MD - Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Hi Judey, Rhinoplasty for a dorsal hump can be performed by skilled nasal surgeons in a way that would not look too small for your face. The key is to pick a surgeon with a lot of experience in rhinoplasty, and one that can show you computerized images of your proposed outcome. Although there is no... more

A: See a rhinoplasty specialist.

By Toby G. Mayer, MD - Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

You should be able to have a better looking nose without it being too small or artificial looking--that is what makes a good surgeon! Pick an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon who can show you patients he has operated on with similar noses to yours.

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