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Rhinoplasty to Fix Only One Side of the Nose?

asked 2 years ago by Anna Paula in Vienna
Latest answer by William Portuese, MD
Question viewed 1,572 times
Tags: nose, bump, deviated septum, tip

I have decided to have a rhinoplasty. I don't hate my nose, but my deviated tip and my right profile bother me. I have strong cartilage but very thin skin, therefore I have noticed that the cartilage from the right side of my nose tip is larger than the left one. Consequently my tip looks deviated to the right. On the other hand I have a small bump on the left side of my bridge that bizarrely can just be seen from my 3/4 right profile.

Can the right side be fixed without changing the left one? I appreciate very much the way you are sharing your knowledge. Thanks!

16 answers to Rhinoplasty to Fix Only One Side of the Nose?

Rhinoplasty for Minor Change

It is really impossible to perform rhinoplasty on one side of the nose. The nose is a whole unit and needs to be treated as such. The changes that are done is a change of the whole nose and you need to be ready for that. It does not mean that you will have a dramatic change if you dont want one, but the whole nose will be operated on. Hope that helps.

Farbod Esmailian, MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

One Sided Rhinoplasty Ends Up as Full Rhinoplasty

Although the problem with a nose might be only on one side it usually involves balancing the whole nose. A change in one area leads to a change in other area. In a few very select cases a small sliver of the bump can be removed without a lot of other work. However, thats not the norm. SUMMARY: ALWAYS BE PREPARED TO UNDERGO A FULL RHINOPLASTY WHEN YOU ARE UNDERGOING A SMALL CHANGE regards

Tanveer Janjua, MD
Bedminster Facial Plastic Surgeon

Asymmetry is a natural occurance

Your photos reveal a nicely proportionate nose for your face. Yes, you do have some slight asymmetry from one side to the other. No one is perfectly symmetrical, but the lack of symmetry does not usually detract from a harmonious face. Your problem is most likely due to a curvature of your septum and possibly asymmetric upper and lower cartilages of the nose giving a different "look" from one side to the other. Be careful in what you wish for. I always suggest looking at... more

Ricardo Izquierdo, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

www.FaceAndBodyChicago.com

Fixing asymmetry of the nose

You do indeed have a nasal asymmetry. Much of it appears to be due to a deviation of the nose. This causes the nose to appear different from each side of the face. An experienced plastic surgeon can go over exactly what bothers you, and what is realistic to achieve. It is certainly possible to achieve a more sculpted look. The differences will by nature be subtle because you already have a pretty face.

Brent Moelleken, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty to fix only one side of nose

Yes, asymmetries of the nose are frequently addressed through typical rhinoplasty techniques. The bump only located on one side can be simply filed down. Cartilage grafts can be placed on the opposite side to match the high side of the nose. Dome suturing techniques can make the cartilages of the tip much more symmetrical when needed. It really depends on the preexisting conditions and the skill of the surgeon. Look for a surgeon who has performed thousands of rhinoplasties and is very... more

William Portuese, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

Fixing one side of the nose

Whether you have asymmetry or deviation, this can be improved with rhinoplasty. With asymmetries, especially in tip revisions, it is occasionally possible to change only one side. I love operating on patients with thin skin; the subtle changes are always seen and appreciated. You have a nose that is proportional to the rest of your defined facial features and therefore you need careful refinement.

Richard W. Fleming, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty on one side of the nose

Sometimes subtle changes to one side of the nose can be corrected with a rhinoplasty. In your case, it is difficult to tell from your photos alone whether or not that would be the case. You may have a deviated septum, and that can only be seen by a physical exam. I would recommend having a consult with a Plastic Surgeon where you can be examined in person, and your septum can be evaluated. I would also request computer imaging of what he/she proposes to do and how that would change the... more

Amy T. Bandy, DO
Newport Beach Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty to fix one side of the nose

We all have asymmetry in our body. The nose is no exception. It is impossible to perform a rhinoplasty on only one side of the nose. Certainly, adjustments can be made to each side to balance the two.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty to fix only one side of the nose?

Hi Anna Paula in Vienna (lucky you), It appears that you are a quite lovely lady whose nose fits her face very well. It does not distract attention away from your beautiful eyes, cheeks, and mouth. Therefore your (revision?) rhinoplasty should be extremely subtle, and performed with precision (not that all rhinoplasty shouldn't be performed with precision). It is difficult to appreciate the deviation of your tip without a true frontal view. If your lower lateral nasal cartilages are... more

Michael A. Persky, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty (nose job) options

Even if one side of the nose is corrected, surgery is essentially performed in the same manner as a two sided correction. Are you planning on leaving the left bridge alone? Surgical improvement is possible and I would meet with qaulified surgeons to discuss your options.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Finesse rhinoplasty can achieve your goals

Hi Anna Paula, The asymmetries you mentioned are fairly subtle but apparent on the photos you uploaded and probably more apparent to you in real life. These irregularities are due to your combination of stronger cartilage and thinner skin that allows the cartilage to show through so well. Since you like most aspects of your nose, what you are asking for is what we would call a finesse Rhinoplasty. Sometimes, these are just as challenging or more so than a rhinoplasty in which we are... more

Jason Litner, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty Surgery for nasal tip asymmetry.

Unfortunately, I do not see the asymmetry in the tip of your nose, or the bump on your 3/4 view in the photos you provided. You appear to have a well proportioned nose for your face. You should consult an experienced Rhinoplasty surgeon for an in-person consultation to discuss your concerns. I hope this is helpful for you.

Eric M. Joseph, MD
West Orange Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.ericmjoseph.com

Customized rhinoplasty for subtle change

I agree with doctor Rand. Look only for a subtle change to achieve your desire results. Regards and good luck in your quest. Happy New Year

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Nasal Asymmetry and Individualized Rhinoplasty

There is no reason that specific issues in your nose can not be addressed. The fact that the two sides are a little different probably results from an underlying facial asymmetry and a growth related difference in the cartilages on each side of your nose. It is not uncommon for there to be a difference in the 2 sides of the face: 1 eye or eyebrow may be a little higher or larger than the other; the mouth may be a little crooked; the jaw may be a litte asymmetric as well. Asymmetry is quite... more

Richard W. Westreich, MD
Manhattan Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty should specifically address your nose

Marcus L. Peterson, MD
Saint George Plastic Surgeon

Customized rhinoplasty

A quality rhinoplasty surgeon will always customize the result to your needs and not just do a cookbook rhinoplasty on you. Visit the best surgeons and get their advice, I would think you could achieve a subtle but beneficial result.