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Very Slight Hump Reduction Possible for Ethnic Nose?

asked 3 years ago by Yahoo23 in Chicago
Latest answer by William Portuese, MD
Question viewed 990 times
Tags: nose

I have somewhat a large hump on my nose, I want it reduced but only by a millimeter or less because i don't want it removed just a slight reduction so I can keep my ethnic feature is this possible to do where only a millimeter or less is shaved?

8 answers to Very Slight Hump Reduction Possible for Ethnic Nose?

+2

It's possible, but may not be worth the time and money

Technically, this is certainly possible surgically, and can even be done in a "closed" fashion (no scar on the skin, incision only inside the nose). But the question is how much does it really bother you, since rasping the hump down just a millimeter or so will result in a very subtle difference, and may not be worth the time, money, and recovery. I would think over it carefully, and discuss your options with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in your area.
Shahram Salemy, MD

Seattle Plastic Surgeon

www.drsalemy.com

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It's not worth the cost and the risk

To shave 1 mm off the dorsum will be more expensive than it is worth.   Remember that all surgeries carry some risk and the result better be worth taking on that risk.  I personally wouldn't think the cost to you in dollars and potential risk would be worth the vey limited potential benefit.
Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
+2

Small hump for ethnic nose

This is possible but it there are several technical nuances. The "hump" is commonly formed from the meeting of 6 structures: the boney nasal bones and septum and the upper lateral cartilages and cartilaginous septum. Very slight or subtle reductions can be accomplished with a rasp. More agressive reductions other than a "slight shave" may result in full thickness removal of the bone. This may produce and open roof. This is commonly treated by cutting the bones and moving... more
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
+1

Slight hump reduction is possible

It is possible to shave only a small portion of the bump. This needs to be communicated directly to the surgeon who will perform the rhinoplasty. A 1-mm shave is not nearly enough to even see any difference and is not worth the effort. 1 mm is basically the thickness of a sheet of paper, and the before and after results will be basically identical. The surgery can be performed in such a manner that the bump could still be left intact, just much smaller than the existing bump.... more
William Portuese, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

+1

Yes it is possible.

 The bump can be filed 1 or 2 mm's under local anesthesia and usually at a reduced cost since it takes less time. The most important thing is to spend time BEFORE surgery talking with the surgeon about exactly what you want. Have him show you pictures of his work on patients like you, not computer imaging.
Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

The Subtle Rhinoplasty...Slight Hump Removal in an Ethnic Nose

Hi Yahoo, It is possible to perform minimal hump removal in an ethnic nose. I find that computer imaging helps both my patients and me as a surgeon in being able to predict if the Subtle Rhinoplasty will fit the individual. The key to the computer imaging is creating a profile that the surgeon can realistically replicate in the operating room. The patient and surgeon must then be happy and satisfied with the predicted result. The Subtle Rhinoplasty has become very popular in my practice.... more
Michael A. Persky, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Hump Reduction with a filler

Shaving 1 or 2 mm off a hump can certainly be accomplished. Even with small reductions, osteotomies (cutting and narrowing the nasal bones) may still be necessary in order to maintain the balance of the nose. Sometimes, a 'virtual' hump reduction can be accomplished by filling in the area just above the hump which makes t appear less prominent. In any case, a thorough examination and appropriate planning is of utmost importance. Just keep in mind that nothing is "really easy" when... more
Frank P. Fechner, MD

Worcester Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drfechner.com

+1

Sure, it's possible

What you are asking for is called a finesse rhinoplasty where you're looking for small changes rather than dramatic differences. We are seeing this type of request more and more from ethnic patients seeking rhinoplasty. Most ethnic rhinoplasty today is intended to balance your features and still preserve your ethnic identity....not create a completely different nose that doesn't fit your face. Many people share your desire not to remove a hump completely. It is very possible to make the more sub more
Jason Litner, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

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