Can Tip Reduction Be Performed Under Local Anesthesia?

August 28, 2011
Asked By:Anxious on the Coast in Orlando, FL

I had my nasal bone rasped about 1 month ago and thought this would solve my issues with my nose; however, I'm realizing now that I need to get my tip reduced to better fit my face. I've read that tip reduction can be performed under local anesthesia, is this true? I have slightly asymmetrical cartilage on the lower part of my nose, would this by a problem? I've posted pictures to help illustrate. Looking at the pictures would you be able to tell me how involved it would be to reduce my tip?

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Answer: Can Tip Reduction Be Performed Under Local Anesthesia?

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Answer: Revision rhinoplasty for the wide nose with asymmetrical tip.

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Answer: Revision rhinoplasty for the wide nose with asymmetrical tip.

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August 30, 2011

Answer: Would not recommend local for tip work

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Answer: Would not recommend local for tip work

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