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Filing Down the Dorsal Hump? 39 answers

I have a small dorsal hump that I would like to get fixed on my nose, and was considering closed rhinoplasty. The plastic surgeon informed me that he...

Procedure to Reduce Dorsal Hump 26 answers

How Simple is a Procedure to Reduce a Dorsal Hump Very Slightly, Maintaining my General Nose?

Fixing the Dorsal Hump on my Nose Without an Osteotomy 24 answers

I would like it filed down slightly and would like to avoid an osteotomy. I am fine with other aspects of my nose and am not looking for a dramatic...

If I Decided to Get my Nose Done Would the Surgery Be Complicated Because of my Hump? 21 answers

I've done a lot of research, but I'm not sure how difficult the procedure would be. Please review my picture and give me an idea. Thank you!

Filing Down the Dorsal Hump Without Osteotomy? 20 answers

I have a prominent dorsal hump. From frontal view you don't notice anything but on side profile there is clearly a big bump. My dorsal hump feels...

Is It Possible To Have The Bump Removed On My Nose Without Altering The Tip? 20 answers

I dislike my nose very much and think that it is quite long and that it doesnt fit well with my face. I have a small bump on my nose that I would like...

I Had Closed Rhinoplasty 6 Months Ago- Unhappy With Results. What Can I Expect From Final Result? (photo) 19 answers

I had closed rhinoplasty 6 months ago to remove a dorsal hump (see photo) by rasping top and sides. I'm very unhappy with the results so far as my...

What To Expect From A Rhinoplasty Consultation and Can I Still Look Like ME After Surgery? 19 answers

As a teen, I detested my nose. However with time (and age) I've learned to be far more accepting... but, I still strongly DISLIKE my nose and am...

Can I Get Rid of Nose Hump Without a Surgery? (photo) 19 answers

Some years ago I got hit on my nose and now I have quite big hump at the upper level. The nose itself is quite straight, just the hump is there and is...

Can a Subtle Rhinoplasty Correct Wide Nose Bump? 18 answers

Would I be a good candidate for a subtle rhinoplasty procedure? The bridge of my nose has bump that's kinda wide so it makes my whole lose look really...

Is It Possible to Get This Rhinoplasty Result ? (Before & After Picture) 17 answers

Im 23 and my main problem is the hanging columella that shows too much of my nostrils, makes my nose go down, it's also too close from my upper...

How Much Would I Benefit from Rhinoplasty? 17 answers

I'm sixteen years old, and I've been self conscious about my nose since middle school. I absolutely hate it - it's without a doubt the one...

Is it Possible to Remove Bump without Changing the Nose Tip? (photo) 17 answers

I want to do a rhinoplasty to remove my bump. Is it possible to only remove the bump and not touch the tip? Because I like my tip and dont want to...

What Does Under Projecting Tip Mean? 16 answers

I had a consultation with a surgeon,and he told me that I had an under projecting tip and dorsal hump. I was aware of the hump but I don't exactly...

Dorsal Hump Still Slightly There After Rhinoplasty? 16 answers

I just had Rhinoplasty, Septoplasty, and Turbinoplasty about 8 days ago.This was to help with my breathing, but mainly for my interest in removing the...

How Old Do You Have to Be Before Dorsal Hump Can Be Removed? 16 answers

Also if someone does get the hump removed, will they look better or can it ever make you look worse?

Is It Possible to Have Alar Base Reduction, Nose Tip Lift and Nose Bump Removal in One Session? 16 answers

I'm overall a pretty confident person. There is just one thing that truly bothers me. MY NOSE! I think it's too big for my face. I know that I...

Is Nasal Hump Reduction a Simple Procedure? 15 answers

Hi! I am a 20-year-old female. I have come to the conclusion that the only thing I don't like about my nose is the nasal hump. I wouldn't say the hump...

4 Months Post Rhinoplasty: Tip Swelling 15 answers

I had a rhinoplasty to correct a large dorsal hump and a twisted septum on Dec. 28 2010. I have noticed some swelling going down but my tip seems to...

What Are the Possible Risks in Shaving Down Nose Hump? 14 answers

I have small hump on my nose (dorsal) part of the prominence resulted from and injury and part I feel was inherited? I never really noticed before I...

Correcting Dorsal Hump Without Changing Nose Shape? 14 answers

I have an otherwise perfect nose, except for a huge dorsal hump that I developed after entering highschool. I am now 18 and looking to get a nose job.

Would Filing Down the Dorsal Hump Be Suitable to Improve the Profile of my Nose? 14 answers

I'm unhappy with the profile of my nose. (I don't have a problem with it face on.) I'm asking whether i appear to be suitable for such a...

Nose Feels Out of Proportion with Face - Options? 14 answers

My nose/eye area has always bothered me. I realize I have hollow eyes but that doesn't bother me as much as my nose. I have a small dorsal hump...

Rhinoplasty to Match One Side of the Nose to the Other? 14 answers

I'm currently doing my research as I want to have a Rhinoplasty. I'm just wondering if its possible to make the right nasal bone more similar to the...

What Can I Do to Improve my Nose? 14 answers

I hate my nose. I'm 14 and I'm considering rhinoplasty. What should I ask for? What should I do to my nose? I hate my dorsal hump.

Surgery to Fix Dorsal Hump? 14 answers

I think i have a dorsal hump and its probably hereditary also i have never bleed from my nose, and i want to get it fixed and something that isn't...

What Procedures Do I Need to Have Done to Look Like This? 14 answers

I know I need rhinoplasty for sure. But after much research I was wondering if I need a brow lift? I'm trying to achieve a more open, soft doe...

How Does a Dorsal Hump Usually Reduced? 13 answers

I've been considering getting a Rhinoplasty to fix the hump on my nose, but I was wondering, what exactly does the surgeon do to correct this? I've...

Middle Vault Collapse After Rhinoplasty 13 answers

I have had Rhinoplasty eight months ago for deviated septum and removal of a hump. Is a closed Rhinoplasty more prone to middle vault collapse than an...

Will Tip Rhinoplasty Cause Imbalance with Dorsal Hump? 13 answers

Hi all, I have a very tiny dorsal hump in the upper part of my nose, and a bulbous droopy tip, which is especially visible when I smile. My...

How Much Does Dorsal Hump Removal Cost? 12 answers

I need to know how much it would cost to remove a dorsal hump in the middle of my nose.

Can Filing Fix a Hump on Nose Bridge? 12 answers

Hi, I'm 21 years old, male and considering Rhinoplasty. I am unhappy with the appearance of my nose, but only really when I smile (a big toothy grin...

Can Nose Hump Be Improved Without Surgery? 12 answers

What is recommended for my nose? can this change be done without surgury?

Rhinoplasty for Minor Dorsal Hump Correction? 12 answers

Hi, I'm considering a Rhinoplasty. However, I keep getting anxious that it would make my nose appear too small in comparison to the rest of my face,...

Is It True That the Tip of the Nose Falls if You Remove a Bump on the Bridge? 12 answers

I had a consult with a doctor who only does rhinoplasties and he informed me that if I wanted my bump removed then he would need to elongate the tip...

Is It Ok to Add Something You Want Done in Your Rhinoplasty in Your Pre Op Appointment the Day Before the Surgery? 12 answers

Since I last saw my plastic surgeon I realize not only do I want my dorsal hump removed, but also some tip work done. I have yet to talk to him about...

Can a Hit Cause a Permanent Dorsal Hump? 11 answers

I was hit in the nose two days ago. Not extremely hard, but hard enough for it to be a little sore. It now looks like I have a subtle dorsal hump. Is...

How to Shave Down a Dorsal Hump? 11 answers

I have a small dorsal bump.Since I have had a nasal fracture,it has become more prominent.I would now like to have it removed.However,I greatly fear...

What Work Would You Recommend for my Nose ? 11 answers

I've posted a front and a side view picture of my nose. Could you tell what changes and procedures need to be done to improve the appearance of my...

Looking to Have Dorsal Hump over Bridge Flattened.. 11 answers

And I just had a few questions regarding the procedure. First and foremost I would like to know the odds of revisionist surgery being required....

If I Am Considering Rhinoplasty-- How/ What Would You Reccomend to Fix my Nose? 11 answers

I know that I want the dorsal hump minimized and the overall size reduced, but would like to maintain the natural sharpness as to not look like a...

Dorsal Hump Removal- Should I Worry It Will Come Back? 11 answers

I had a rihnoplasty to reduce my dorsal hump. The doctor used a rasp to remove my dorsal hump, and leaving my nose with an open roof.I wonder can the...

Is an ENT Doctor Qualified to Remove a Dorsal Hump? 10 answers

I have a small dorsal hump that I want removed. Is an ENT doctor qualified to do this surgery?

I Am 2 1/2 Months Post Op Open Rhinoplasty/Septoplasty. Bump Removed but Still There. 10 answers

I am 2 1/2 months post op open rhinoplasty/septoplasty. My hump was shaved down but i can still see it and when I touch it is kind of hard. Should I...


Is There an Easier, Faster, Cheaper Way to Get the Dorsal Bump Smaller? 10 answers

I would like to know is there an easier, faster & cheaper way to get the dorsal bump on my nose smaller? im 15. i have school in 7 days. and my...

Is it Possible to Only Correct my Drooping Tip w/o Bothering Dorsal Hump and DNS? (photo) 10 answers

I have dorsal hump,little bit DNS and a drooping tip which makes my smile ugly.i only want to correct my drooping tip.Is it possible to only correct...

If I Have the Bump Removed from Nose will the Droopy Nose Tip Raise Up? (photo) 10 answers

I have a hook nose(kinda) with a small bump and a droppy tip My question is if the bump is rasped or taken down will the tip raise up or somewhat...

Bump on Nose, What Should I Do? 9 answers

Hello, I've been considering a nose job for 2 years.(I'm 15 years old) I have this bump on my nose that makes my nose look much bigger than it...

Nasal Bone Still Has Bump on Left Side 9 answers

I recently had rhino and my PS said that because I had previously had an operation on my nose to remove spider veins from one side of the nose near to...

Can I Reduce Nose Bridge Hump Without Rhinoplasty? 9 answers

I have a big hump on my nose bridge and I think that at least reducing it a bit might help my profile to look better...But there's no way for me...

Removing Dorsal Hump Without a Tip Strut or Graft? 8 answers

Once the hump has been removed will my tip droop more, or is it possible to do without a columella strut to hold the tip up? What are the benefits...

Interpreting Medical Exam Terminology for Rhinoplasty? 8 answers

According to my exam, the elements of my nasal structure include slight d. hump and bulbous tip. Nasal bones comprise 40% of length; slight d. hump on...

Shorter Nose with Rhinoplasty Like Angelina Jolie? 8 answers

Is it possible for anyone to get their nose done shorter but straight when they have a little dorsal hump on their nose without making the whole nose...

Unhappy with the Outcome of my Nosejob 8 answers

I had closed rhinoplasty 2 weeks ago to straighten my nose and to remove the hump on my nose, it doesnt look like any thing has been done, i still...

What Can Be Done to Improve the Appearance of my Nose? 8 answers

I've provided a photo and already know that I have a small dorsal hump and slightly deviated septum, but what would you say the limitations are...

Will Multiple Nose Issues Cause More Post Rhinoplasty Pain? 8 answers

Hello,I am hispanic female with strong face figures, concerned on that fact I have multiple issues going on w my nose, dorsal hump, crooked, tip,...

What Are my Options for Addressing Shape of Bridge and Bulbous Shape of Nose? (Photos) 8 answers

Hello,I am a nineteen year old male and for quite some time now I have been dissatisfied with the appearance of my nose. My main dislike of it is the...

How Can my Nose Hump Be Removed? (photo) 8 answers

Hi, I have a big nose hump, I think it`s because of an injury in the past. I would like to ask how can this be corrected. The thing is, if I slightly...

Second Rhinoplasty for Correcting Nose Hump? 7 answers

I went to a surgeon to get rid of a hump. He said he was going to do closed Rhinoplasty to rasp the bone. On the day of surgery, he changed it to open...

Developing a Dorsal Hump at Age 17? 7 answers

How come I developed a dorsal hump at age 17? My nose is fine except for the hump and I'm really annoyed that I got it. I sometimes feel embarrassed...

After Cast Removal (Rhinoplasty), How Much is Swelling? 7 answers

I had a dorsal hump removed, the projection of the nose was reduced and my tip was very slightly narrowed. I love the profile, except the elevation of...

What Can Be Done the Improve the Appearance of my Alae? 7 answers

Hello , I wanted to know what can be done to improve the appearance of my alae? I feel like maybe the rim is too low or too convex? What can be done...

Fixing a Wide Bridge/humped Nose? 7 answers

I broke my nose when I was a young child, five or six maybe, and it made a huge effect on my nose as I got older. I know that this would take surgery,...

Facial Muscle Exercise After Rhinoplasty? 6 answers

I have had Rhinoplasty eight months ago for deviated septum and removal of a hump. Could facial muscle exercise such as smiling or "lifting"...

Growing Dorsal Hump Normal? 6 answers

I am 23 years old and my dorsal hump is still growing. Is this usual? I want to have surgery but I have noticed it has been grown rapidly over the...

Post-Op Rhinoplasty - Open Roof Deformity/Long Nose? 6 answers

I just had rhinoplasty about 2 weeks ago, All I had done was the shaving down of a small dorsal bump through open rhinoplasty. From a profile my bump...

How is Osteotomy for Dorsal Hump Done? 6 answers

I have a slight dorsal hump, but I was informed that it can be flattened. The base would be narrowed with osteotomies and tip re-defined. The...

Nose Looks No Different After Rhinoplasty, What Should I Do? 6 answers

Its now been 5 weeks after surgery to straighten and remove hump,not much swelling at all its all solid and ive still got a hump and its clearly not...

Is This Swelling? Can Bones Still Move and Straighten? 6 answers

I had a closed rhinoplasty procedure on the 15th of June (removal dorsal hump, minor tip work to make smaller, shaved septum to straighten). I have...

What Are The Risks Of Removing A Bump From The Bridge Of My Nose? 6 answers

Basically i have a small/medium sized nose wich is nice other than the bump in the bridge of the nose ...it makes me feel really uncomftable and iv...

When Osteotomies Are Used to Push the Nasal Bones Together Does This Lower the Dorsum Height? 6 answers

Hello, I had rhinoplasty to remove a small hump from the bridge of my nose. The surgeon did this without making osteotomies- the hump was just filed...

Hump After Rhinoplasty Just Swelling? 5 answers

I had a Rhinoplasty with hump removal and shortening of the tip 8 days ago. The doctor removed my cast on day six and immediately taped the bridge of...

Rasping Dorsal Hump Sides? 5 answers

I have a small dorsal hump (in height) which is flared out on the sides. I am male, and I don't want the height of the hump to change; I just want the...

Nasal Hump Not Removed Properly by Rhinoplasty? 5 answers

I had Rhinoplasty a month ago, and there is still a bump, it's just not as prominent. It feels bony and pretty dense. I'm guessing my surgeon never...

Dents in Skin After Rhinoplasty 5 answers

I had a rhinoplasty about 6 weeks ago ago and I noticed there are 3 dents on my nose near to where the dorsal hump was removed. What caused them and...

1 Month Post Rhinoplasty, Should I be Concerned about Dent Where Dorsal Hump Was Removed and Obvious Nostril Asymmetry? 5 answers

Hello--i'm 4 weeks post op & know I've got a long road of healing ahead, but i'm worried about what appeared as the swelling went down...

Had Open Rhinoplasty 15 Days Ago For Large Dorsal Hump, Still Pronounced and Hard and Bony, Will This Change? 5 answers

I had open rhinoplasty 14 days ago to turn up my tip and reduce a dorsal hump, the size of my nose is not reduced and the hump is still large and...

Could Shaving Be Enough to Slim my Wide Dorsum, or Do I Require Osteotomy? (photo) 5 answers

My main concern is the obvius wideness of my nasal dorsum in oblique view. The front view does not disturb me as much. My surgeon advised against...

Will Hump Removel Will Automatically Raise Small Drooping Tip? (photo) 5 answers

I have small hump and little drooping tip.my dr said only hump removel will straighten my nose,raising the tip will shorten the length..but i also...

Dorsal Hump Callous 10 Years After Accident- How To Proceed? 5 answers

I broke my nose when I was 12, which left me with a dorsal hump which has not dissipated. In considering correction, I was wondering if the physician...

Removal of Cast 3 Days After Rhinoplasty 4 answers

I am 17 and had a Rhinoplasty done 5 days ago. The procedure was open and consisted of removing a dorsal hump and refining the tip. My surgeon removed...

Dorsal Hump Looks the Same After Rhinoplasty 4 answers

I had a Rhinoplasty to remove a dorsal hump, something I had wanted to do for many years. I'm two weeks post-op and still have the hump, except now...

Can a Nasal Bump Grow Back After a Rhinoplasty? 4 answers

Hello, I had a rhinoplasty over 4 years ago which included reducng my mild dorsal hump. It seems like my nasal bump is starting to grow back although...

Am I a Good Candidate for Rhinoplasty? 4 answers

I am wanting to remove the "hump" and reduce the tip of my nose. Do you believe I would be a good candidate for Rhinoplasty, judging by...

Osteophyte on Right Nasal Dorsum 2 Months out from Rhinoplasty. Will Exercise Make It Grow? 4 answers

I am two months out from a successful open rhinoplasty to reduce my overprojected dorsum and a small dorsal hump. I am starting to feel a small 3-5 mm...

Dorsal Hump - Too Much Removed? 4 answers

I had a rhinoplasty yesterday to remove a dorsal hump and straighten my nose. although my nose was straightened, and the hump was shaved, it appears...

Want to Know if I Am a Good Candidate for Rhinoplasty? How Many People Wish They Had just Kept the Nose They Were Born? 4 answers

---> what rhinoplasty can do for my nose?? I am leaning towards a well known doctor here, who is still affordable but still looking for other...

What Happens to the Skin Elasticity After an Open Rhinoplasty Dorsal Hump Removal? 4 answers

Hello, I'm scheduled to have an open Rhinoplasty next week. I will be having the hump removed which just now led me to wonder what will happen to...

It Appears that the Dorsal Hump Removed Three Years Ago is Reappearing, is this Possible? 4 answers

I had rhinoplasty three years ago with great results. I had the bump on the bridge of my nose filed down. However, in the last few months I have...

Reduction of Minor Nasal Hump Possible? 3 answers

I have a hook nose I would like reduced. I have an edited profile image of myself. Is this outcome possible with only a slight hump reduction (only...

Rhinoplasty Results Final After Removing Splint? 3 answers

I had a Rhinoplasty almost 4 weeks ago. The bruising subsided by the time I had my splint off 6 days later and I was actually quite happy with the...

Recovery Period for Minor Hump Reduction? 3 answers

How long of a recovery period could I expect if I only got a slight hump reduction Rhinoplasty? Thank you very much.

After a Moderate Hit on the Nose Will There Be Permanent Damage to a Straight Nose? 3 answers

12 days ago my friend accidently hit me with a plastic sled on top of the nose with the attempt to cover my head. It wasn't too much of a hard hit...

Getting Drastic rhinoplasty? 3 answers

I want to get drastic rhinoplasty done. I do not like my nose at all and to me it looks like it does not belong on my face. I would like to have a...

After Rhinoplasty I've Been Really Depressed, Is it Possible to Reverse Surgery? 3 answers

It's been about a month after rhinoplasty and I noticed I look weird without my bump I got removed. Every morning I wake-up more sad, knowing I...

Rhinoplasty Four Yrs Ago to Remove Bump and Its Just Started to Grow Back, is this Possible? 3 answers

I had a huge bump on bridge of nose that was removed over 4 years ago now and literally the last month i can ever s slightly see it. I can feel it and...

Dorsal Swelling or Callus After Rhinoplasty? 2 answers

Had rhinoplasty 3 months ago to remove small dorsal hump. 7 days post-op, I noticed a bump on the side (and middle) of my nose that gets bigger as...

Dorsal Hump Removal Safe for African American with Lupus? 2 answers

I have a small dorsal hump that I want removed. I happen to be african american and also have lupus. I want to know if the surgery safe, will I have...

What Do You Think is Possible For my Nose with my Side Profile? 2 answers

Hello, I am considering surgery , I quite like my nose from the from the front but from the side I feel it isnt soft enough, I dislike my nostrils....

3 Months Post Rhinoplasty and Still Have a Prominent Dorsal Hump. 1 answer

I had a closed Septo - rhinoplasty exactly three months ago. My nose looks bulbous particularly around the tip. The dorsal hump on my nose is as...

6 Days Post-op - Will my Nose Get Shorter and Smaller? 1 answer

I had a rhinoplasty 6 days ago to remove dorsal hump and shorten nose a bit. My splint was taken off a few hours ago but my nose looks very long with...

Did I End Up with a Bad Nose Job? It's Been 8 Months, Rasped By Dr. 4 Weeks Ago. (photo) 1 answer

I had Rhinoplasty 8 months ago, having the dorsal bump removed. After the swelling went down, I noticed a small areas where the bump was still there ,...

Should I Get a Nose Job? (photo)

I would appreciate a professional view on whether I should get a nose job or not. I just can't get an objective view of it - in some light it...
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