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I Want to Change my Nose and Lips? What Do You Think? (photo)
asked 5 months ago by xamma in Mission Viejo, CA
Latest answer by Mario J. Imola, MD, DDS
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Tags: narrow
I'm a young male and I want my nose to be less wide. And I dont want an "ethnic nose job", I want to completely change my nose. I also want my lips to be longer and less plump. like Nicki Minaj. Would this be possible? And are there any other plastic surgeries you think I need? I don't know what to do.
5 answers to I Want to Change my Nose and Lips? What Do You Think? (photo)
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Limits of 'Westernization' Rhinoplasty.
All of the changes that you desire are possible but realistically, you need to understand that there are limits when trying to 'Westernize' the African American nose. Typically, the following changes are made during ethnic rhinoplasty
Augmentation of the nasal dorsum
Narrowing of the vault both along the bony base and the nasal dorsum.
Increasing nasal tip projection and definition.
Decreasing alar flare and alar base width.
It would be best to...
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Changing shape of nose and lips
A rhinoplasty operation could narrow the nasal bridge line, including the bones and cartilages. Osteotomies would need to be performed to narrow the bridge line and upper lateral cartilages. Thinning of the nasal tip could be performed by a variety of techniques, such as suturing the nasal tip cartilages to become more narrow and refined. An alarplasty is often performed to narrow the nostrils. A simple lip reduction procedure can also be performed if a patient wants...
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Feminizing rhinoplasty for the African-American nose.
Feminizing rhinoplasty for the African-American nose is possible. The lips can be reduced as well at the same time. See an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon who does these frequently.
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African American Rhinoplasty
Hi,
Yes this is totally possible... Check out my website below there are many before and afters of African American Rhinoplasties. There are several lip reduction patients as well. Your welcome to email your pics to me for imaging. I can image your nose but lips are little more tricky. Whomever you choose, make sure they do alot of African American rhinoplasty.
Best,
Dr.S.
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Changing Nose and Lips
You can decrease the width of your nose. It is very important for the patient and surgeon to discuss the expectations for your operation - patient and surgeon must be satisfied after the surgery. For example, I would want to clarify exactly what you mean when you say " I don' want an 'ethnic nose job' ". Your lips can be changed. Cheek augmentation should also be considered to improve facial definition.
