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Can Rhinoplasty Narrow a Wide Nose and Still Look Natural?
My nostrils are very small but my ala is really wide esspecially when i laugh. Is there a way the doctor can bring in my ala or prevent it from...
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Is my Nose Tip Too Round Following Rhinoplasty?
I had Rhinoplasty done four months ago, and I feel that the end or tip of my nose from profile view looks a little round. Also, there are two lines on...
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Nose Tip Upturned After Rhinoplasty
I had Rhinoplasty several days ago. When I saw my nose at the mirror recently, I noticed, that the tip of my nose is lifted high, which does not look...
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Pixie Nose Shape Require a Rhinoplasty Specialist?
Some people think my nose is cute because it’s pixie or elf-like. When I was younger boys made fun of me, calling me stuck up because of my nose...
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Removing Nose Bump Without Breaking the Nose?
I am 20 years old and I have always felt insecure about the bump on my nose. I have been reading a lot about Nose surgery and I have heard people just...
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What to Do with Scabs Inside the Nostrils After Rhinoplasty?
I had Rhinoplasty one month ago. I have scabs on the inside of my nostrils and they are very uncomfortable. I was told to use peroxide and q-tips...
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When Did Swelling Go Down After Your Rhinoplasty Surgery?
I had a rhinoplasty 2 weeks ago. when the splint came of it looked lovely and thin but went alot wider in just two days. I also still have a bit of a...
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How Can I Fix my Turned Up Nose?
The bridge of my nose is sloped so the tip is turned up at the end. My nostrils are very visible and I hate it. What are my options for...
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How Can I Get Natural-looking Rhinoplasty Results?
I want a rhinoplasty to get rid of the bump on the bridge of my nose but I don't want to look fake and obvious that I've had nose surgery. How...
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Will Massaging the Nose After Rhinoplasty Help?
Does massaging the nose after Rhinoplasty help in eliminating scar tissue and swelling? If so, please explain how.
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What's Most Attractive in a Male Nose?
With female rhinoplasty, it seems that a lot of looks can be attractive. I've seen girls considered attractive who either have rounded noses, sharp...
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Break Nasal Bone to Fix Nose Bridge Bump?
I have a small bump on the bridge of my nose, which is more visible from one side. Will the nasal bone need to be broken in order to fix this?
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Will my Doctor Break my Nose During a Rhinoplasty?
My greatest fear of a nose job is the doctor snapping my nose. Thats not urban legend is it, that doctors break your nose during nose surgery?
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Wearing Eyeglasses After Rhinoplasty?
I am thinking about getting a nose job but I am really concerned about the whole "no eyeglasses" rule. I literally cannot function without...
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Rhinoplasty Before and After
I've been looking at before and after pictures of nose jobs, and everyone's nose seems so different, I don't know how to tell if I'm...
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Best Technique for Upturned Nose Rhinoplasty?
I will be having Rhinoplasty done in December for my upturned nose. What technique do you think would be the best for my nose for a successful...
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What Foods Should One Eat After Rhinoplasty?
Whatfoods should be eaten after Rhinoplasty, and for how long in terms of weeks before returning to a normal diet? Would weight gain shakes be...
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Can Alar Base Reduction Be Done Alone?
Can alar base reduction Rhinoplasty be done with no tip or bridge work, just the nostril? if so, what would be the average price for just alar base...
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Will Insurance Cover Both Septoplasty and Rhinoplasty?
I am an African American woman seeking to get Septoplasty and Rhinoplasty done at the same time. I am worried about insurance coverage.My mom said...
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Rhinoplasty or Fillers for Nose Tip Indentation?
The tip of my nose has become more noticeably asymmetrical and bulbous in the last few years, but the thing that bothers me most is the indentation or...
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Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty - Too Hasty About Judging Results?
Hi, I know this is probably hasty, but I had a sephtoplasty/rhinoplasty eleven days ago, and I am not satisfied with the tip. I feel it is too tippy...
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How Long to Stay Away from Sun After Rhinoplasty?
After an open Rhinoplasty, how long must one stay out of the sun? It has been five weeks since my Rhinoplasty. My scar is healing very nicely and is...
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How Long Does Swelling Last After Rhinoplasty Surgery?
I had rhinoplasty about a 2 weeks ago, currently the tip is quite swollen and the skin almost feels stretched or thicker? All of the other swelling is...
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Will my Nose Hump Go?
Hi, I had Rhinoplasty 2weeks ago to help me breathe easier. I had a prominent hump on my nose and my nose deviated one centimetre to the right. I had...
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Possible to Make Nose Appear Smaller and Straightened?
I have considered rhinoplasty for a while now, but I’m very hesitant and anxious. This is a first for me - asking questions. I’m 17 years...
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Is This Bump After Rhinoplasty my Bone?
I had the bump on my nose shaved down (closed Rhinoplasty) and cartilage added to the tip of my nose to give it a pointy shape. I was very happy with...
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What Happens when One Bumps the Nose After Rhinoplasty?
What happens if you sometimes bump your nose, especially after Rhinoplasty? And why is it that after someone gets hit in the nose, the structure...
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Can Nose Tip Move to One Side After Rhinoplasty?
I am on 3,5 month after rhinoplasty (with straightening of nasal septum). Lately, the tip (started apx. from center of the nose) visibly moved to one...
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How Long After Rhinoplasty Should I Wait to Have Sex?
I've only had my rhinoplasty 2 weeks ago and somehow last night I had sex!!! So, I was wondering if having sex too soon, would that do any damage to...
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How Much Difference Will Reducing Bulbous Nose Tip Make?
Hi. I am considering getting Rhinoplasty (a "nose job") done to reduce the "bulbous-ness" at the tip of my nose. However, I am...
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Sleeping Position After Rhinoplasty?
Following Rhinoplasty, what position should you sleep in? Also, if you wind up on your back or side during the night, will that affect the development...
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Breathing Problem and Uneven Nostrils After Rhinoplasty?
Having some problems breathing out of my right nostril and it feels like the inside is real low. Also I know my nose is still swollen it's only been a...
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Do Rhinoplasty Results Really Take a Year to Show?
It's been 7 weeks after Rhinoplasty and my nose looks super swollen. Does it really take a year to see results? I think my nose looks the same, if not...
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Will Nose Continue to Grow After Nose Job?
I'm getting a Nose job this friday and my doctor didn't really talk to me much about it. The only part I'm nervous about is if my nose will continue...
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Insurance Coverage for Correcting Deviated Septum and Crooked Nose?
I have a deviated septum and am going to get surgery in the summer but I also have a crooked nose due to breaking it. Is there any way I could get my...
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Will Fixing Bulbous Tip Make the Nose Look Thinner?
I have a bulbous tip nose. I want to get my nose to have a normal tip but also want it to look thinner. If I get the bulbous tip fixed, will my nose...
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Rhinoplasty to Improve Front View of Nose?
I like my nose overall, but I'm not happy with the front view. I think it's too wide from base to nostril. Also it spreads and droops when I smile. ...
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After Rhinoplasty Surgery Will I Need Nasal Packing?
Does everyone need nasal packing after a rhinoplasty? It sounds really uncomfortable.
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How Are Bulbous Tip and Upturned Nose Corrected?
I am wanting to have a Rhinoplasty to reduce my bulbous tip and to de-rotate my naturally upturned nose. How exactly does the surgeon fix my nose?
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Thick Nose Skin or Excess Cartilage?
Is there a way to tell if I have thick skin on my nose or if it is cartilage?
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Nose Getting Bigger After Rhinoplasty?
I had reduction Rhinoplasty to make the nose smaller. After getting the splint off, I was happy cause my nose seemed small but everytime now I look in...
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Best Rhinoplasty Excision to Narrow Flared Nostrils?
I'm having weir excisions done to narrow the flare of my nostrils. My physician recommends sill excisions, but from what I've read to reduce the flare...
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Does Alarplasty Leave Scars for Life?
I am considering an alarplasty but I'm scared about the scars. How big are the scars? Will they be red, and do they stay forever? Is it possible to...
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Upturned and More Bulbous Tip After Rhinoplasty?
I am 4 weeks post op from Rhinoplasty to rid my nose of a bump. Now, my tip is turned up. Will this come down?The doctor denies touching the tip but...
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Shorter Recovery Time for Tip Rhinoplasty?
Is the recovery time shorter when the procedure is a tip Rhinoplasty only? How much time before normal activities may be resumed? How much time before...
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Intra-nasal Steroids for Swollen Tip After Rhinoplasty?
I had Rhinoplasty 10 months ago. All went good except there is still swelling at the tip. From my readings, I think this is because of thick skin, and...
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Are There Risks in Flying After Rhinoplasty?
I'm planning to have a Rhinoplasty augmentation overseas. However, I've read on the newspaper before that someone's Breast augmentation collapsed in...
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Rhinoplasty Material for Asian Patient Nose Bridge
Hello: I would like a higher bridge and more projected tip. A few doctors recommended silicone or alloderm. I am not sure which material would work...
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Exercising After Rhinoplasty?
Can I exercise after rhinoplasty? By this I mean heavy weightlifting, intensive training and protein intake.
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Steroid Injections for Rhinoplasty Swelling at 7 Weeks?
Should I get steroid injections for rhinoplasty swelling when I reach 7 weeks post op? Is this too early or too late? Will it make a difference, or...
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Will Fixing Nose Tip Also Narrow Nostril Flare?
I have a bulbous tip and my nostrils are flared a little more than I would like (especially when I smile). Apart from that, I like my nose. I am...
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What Are the Possible Risks in Shaving Down Nose Hump?
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...
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I Want a Smaller Nose, but Rhinoplasty Surgeons Suggest Only Minor Changes?
I have been told by one surgeon that if I had nose surgery that he could only make a small change to it. Should I get a second opinion? I have...
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Removing Cartilage from Tip to Make Nose Shorter?
I want to remove cartilage from the tip of my nose to shorten it. How complex is this and what is the recovery and cost for something like this?
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Piece of Thread from Stitches Left After Rhinoplasty
I had the stitches removed two days ago and I am afraid the doctor left a piece of thread inside the scar tissue. On the scar there is a little...
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Options for Progressively Crooked Nose?
My nose used to be perfectly staight and over the years it is getting progressively more crooked. My ENT says that I have a deviated septum and that I...
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What Could Be Causing Swollen Nose After Rhinoplasty?
My nose is still really swollen after 7 months. Could this be because of the cartilage the surgeon added? And will this go down? He also told me I had...
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Is Getting Rhinoplasty in Pakistan Safe?
I want to get my Rhinoplasty done in Pakistan. Is it safe here?Thank you,Saba
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What Nose Problems Can Be Fixed with Non-surgical Rhinoplasty?
I want to add height to the bridge of my nose and narrow the nasal tip. do you think the non surgical procedure would work? I'm scared of nasal...
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Will Alar Reduction Reduce Nostril Width?
I have had Rhinoplasty 10 years ago. I like my profile, but I still feel self-conscious about the thick width of my nostrils. They really are...
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How to Fix Wide Nose Bridge?
I have searched on Google image search and have yet to see a nose bridge wider than mine. How can this be fixed? Is it even possible, or are the...
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Insurance Coverage for Fixing Broken Nose?
I got hit in the nose, and I'm wondering about how I can get it fixed. I don't want to say i have a deviated septum because I don't. I can breathe...
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Will Nostrils Even out Eventually After Rhinoplasty?
After 6 weeks, the nostrils shape and location, size isn't going to change? The high one is small but high (as if I smelled something bad) The one on...
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Can I Get a Natural Looking Nose by Just Shortening the Tip?
I have a long and pointy nose. I feel like its a big beak that dominates my face. I really want to make my nose shorter but I imagine that my nostrils...
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Procedure to Decrease the Nose Size?
The tip of my nose is very wide and undefined; the bridge of my nose is also very long and from the side it looks as though it protrudes out from the...
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Break or Not to Break Nose During Rhinoplasty?
What is the difference between having your nose broken or not during Rhinoplasty?
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Is Nasal Hump Reduction a Simple Procedure?
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...
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How Long Before Smile Returns to Normal After Rhinoplasty?
I am a post-op for Rhinoplasty. I've been recovering pretty quickly and I haven't been having any problems really, other than this: I've noticed that...
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Alar Width Reduction or a Weir Excision for Wide, Bulbous Nose?
Along with the width of my nose, I really don't like the tip as well it is quite bulbous, the problem is that from side pictures it is very...
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Tanning After Rhinoplasty
How long does one have to wait after having a Rhinoplasty to tan?
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Will my Smile Go Back to Normal After Rhinoplasty?
I had a Rhinoplasty to correct a deviated septum. I am concerned and worried as my smile is not the same. It also hurts to laugh as though I have a...
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Will Removing Nose Splint Early Affect Rhinoplasty Results?
I recently had a Rhinoplasty for narrowing my broad side walls and also for fixing sinus problem. But 3 days after, I took off the splint on my nose...
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How Does a Dorsal Hump Usually Reduced?
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...
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Is There Any Hope my Nose Will Look Smaller?
I am 4 1/2 months post Rhinoplasty. Not real happy with the outcome of my surgery, my nose is not at all like I had hoped. I see my...
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How to Fix Broken Nose Tip?
A seal on a package I was opening gave way easier than expected, thus "punching" myself in the nose with the back of my thumb squarely...
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Facial Muscle Exercise After Rhinoplasty?
I have had Rhinoplasty eight months ago for deviated septum and removal of a hump. Could facial muscle exercise such as smiling or "lifting"...
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Procedure for Nose That Widens with Smile?
When I smile, my nose ''spreads'' across my face. Is there a procedure to stop me from getting this with a rhinoplasty? Will alar base procedure...
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What is a Revision Rhinoplasty?
I have heard the term "revision rhinoplasty." How is this different from a regular rhinoplasty?
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Procedure to Subtly Refine Nose Tip?
I'm interested in getting Rhinoplasty as my nose is a little bit too big for my liking. I just want a subtle one, not a massive overhaul. My nose is...
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Columella Looks Really Droopy After Rhinoplasty
I had a Rhinoplasty to reduce the hump and refine the tip. My main concern was the hump. He did a fairly good job there, but the split has only...
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Mucus and Nasal Drip After Rhinoplasty?
Is it common to have mucus and post nasal drip 2 weeks after closed reduction Rhinoplasty? It usually affects me in the morning after getting up. I'm...
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Tip Rhinoplasty for Nose with Thin Skin?
I don't like the tip of my nose. I think it's too boxy, large, and one side is higher up than the other. I don't like the look of it from front on. My...
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Cost of Rhinoplasty for Nose Tip?
The tip of my nose, particularly the cartilage of the columella and it's the upper junction, is asymmetrical. The left side protrudes further than...
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Closed Rhinoplasty Possible with Minimum Recovery Time?
I am considering closed rhinoplasty and I only want to do refine the tip with minimum recovery time. Is this something that is possible? By...
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Best Rhinoplasty Procedure to Fix Wide Nostrils?
I'm caucasian, white female who has very wide nostrils. I usually see nose jobs with people that have a hump. I don't have that at all. My problem is...
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Will Ear Cartilage Regrow in Ear After It is Used in Rhinoplasty?
I heard from some doctors said that ear cartilage will regrow in the original place of where it was taken out. Is this true? If this is the case, then...
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When Will Internal Swelling Subside After Rhinoplasty?
When will the internal swelling after Rhinoplasty go away, so I can start breathing through my nose again?
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Is It Possible to Shave the Sides of Nasal Bone?
I understand this is done for bumps on the top of the nose. The bones on the side of my nose stick out and I would like to reduce them without losing...
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How Does Injection Rhinoplasty Work?
What is an injection rhinoplasty and how does it work? What makes it different from a regular rhinoplasty?
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How to Correct a Slightly Assymetric Nose?
I probably have the smallest correction possible on my nose. It is off-center at the end, as be seen on the photos. What is the best way to correct or...
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Will Medpor Nose Implant Hold for a Lifetime?
I am a 30-year-old Asian female. I have consulted with a rhinoplasty doctor about improving my nose. I have never had nose surgery before. He said...
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What Can Be Done About Flat Nose Bridge?
The bridge of my nose appears flat from the front. What can I do to help? Looking from a straight profile, the bridge of my nose appears flat. Also,...
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2 Months Enough for Rhinoplasty Recovery?
Hi, I will be getting married within 2 months. And before that, I am planning to have a nose job done. Is the time enough to recover from swelling or...
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Is Having Rhinoplasty Safe if You're Pregnant?
What if you're pregnant and you're scheduled to have a Rhinoplasty for a deviated septum, will it be safe to push through with the surgery? I am...
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Open or Closed Rhinoplasty for Nose Shape?
I have talked to two top doctors in my country for Rhinoplasty consultations. Doctor 1 proposes we do open plastic surgery; he will make my nostrils...
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Twilight Sedation Vs General Anesthesia for Septo-rhinoplasty?
I need Septoplasty for medical reasons. I am planning to combine Rhinoplasty with it. One surgeon I consulted said that he uses general anesthesia...
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Lumps on Nose Bridge and Nostrils 2 Years After Rhinoplasty
It is two years after my nose job where I had a deviated septum fixed and a bump in the bridge of my nose shaved. Now I have small lumps in the bridge...
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Tip-plasty with Hard Nose Tip After Rhinoplasty?
10 months ago, I had Rhinoplasty to remove a bump on my bridge, the tip of my nose is still very hard. I was wondering if this is normal? And I was...
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Is African American Rhinoplasty Too Complex?
I'm a black American female who is considering Rhinoplasty. I went to a well accredited doctor that told me I should not get it done as it would be...
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Osteotomy for Symmetrical, Straight, but Fat Nose?
The front profile of my nose has fatty bone, bulbous tip, and wide nostrils, but symmetrical and straight. The side profile of my nose has a very...
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Why Do I Have Bulbous Tip So Long After Rhinoplasty?
Why would my tip become bulbous so long after the Rhinoplasty surgery? My pre-op tip was fine and my post-op tip was fine for the first year or so....
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Septal Perforation and Stuffy Nose After Rhinoplasty?
I had Rhinoplasty on 5/8/09. I have a hole inside my nostril but it does not go through. Is this septal perforation? Will it heal on its own? What...
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Too Much Cartilage Graft on Nose Tip or Swelling?
I had a Rhinoplasty and had cartilage grafts placed on each side of my nose tip, up above my nostrils. I'm two weeks out from surgery. As the swelling...
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Will Bulbous Nose After Pregnancy Return to Normal?
I have had 2 children in the past 3 years and my nose has become bigger and wider with each pregnancy. It has been now almost a year and a half after...
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Reduction of Minor Nasal Hump Possible?
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...
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Rhinoplasty for Patient with Thick Skin?
I read about doctors being able to ''thin the skin'' on Rhinoplasty patients with thick skin. How is this performed, and is this the same as nasal...
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Will Up Turned Nose After Rhinoplasty Improve Later On?
I had Rhinoplasty, only to remove a small bump. Surgeon was not supposed to turn up the tip of my nose, now 1 month post-op he admits he did...
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Does the Tip Drop After Rhinoplasty?
I'm getting my nose done. I told the doctor that from the profile,I do not want a straight nose; neither do I want a piggish nose with too much...
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Congested Nose After Rhinoplasty
I had Rhinoplasty seven days ago. My nose is very congested, and I still have to breath through my mouth. My nose continues to drip clear fluid. My...
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Rhinoplasty to Make Face More Feminine?
I am looking to have Rhinoplasty done because I think my nose makes my face looks masculine and I would like to look more feminine. I get so sick of...
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Filing Down the Dorsal Hump Without Osteotomy?
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...
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Risk of Having a Rhinoplasty with a Cold?
I've had a cold for a few weeks now and I can't get rid of it (tried inhalations, salted water, etc but still there). My Rhinoplasty had already been...
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Open Vs Closed Rhinoplasty to Fix Nose Hump?
I'm 17 years old and my nose has been bothering me forever. I am considering Rhinoplasty and based on what I have studied and read, open surgery will...
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Can Tip Rhinoplasty Correct Asymmetrical Cartilage?
I have an asymmetrical nose, specifically the cartilage of the columella and its upper junction, and would like to have it corrected. The left side...
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Is Rhinoplasty Necessary for Minor Bridge Work?
I have been considering getting my nose done since I was 12 (I'm 19 BTW), (not a whole lot just some minor bridge work, because I have a small bump...
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Lowering Cost for Combined Septoplasty and Rhinoplasty Possible?
I have a Z shaped deviated septum according to the plastic surgeon/ENT and I also am doing Rhinoplasty to remove a hump on my nose. I have no...
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Worried About Nose Movement After Rhinoplasty
It has been 5 days since my Rhinoplasty procedure was performed. I have been sneezing a lot due to my allergies and often cannot control the sniffling...
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Cost of Simple Alar Base Reduction?
How much does alar base reduction surgery cost, especially if it's minor and uncomplicated? Also can it being done without being put under general...
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Alar Rim Graft to Reshape Nostrils and Columella?
I had 3 Rhinoplasties before since I had a very big nose. Dorsum has a silicone implant. Presently, I'm not happy with Alar/nostril thickess, shape (v...
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One Week Recovery Enough After Nose Job?
Is one week enough time to take off from work after a Rhinoplasty? I am a teacher, and I'm wondering if winter break would be a good time?
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Asymmetric Nostrils 7 Weeks After Rhinoplasty Normal?
My nose is quite swollen but my biggest concern is that my nostrils look uneven. Is this normal 7 weeks after Rhinoplasty?
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Can Filing Fix a Hump on Nose Bridge?
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...
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Are There Less Possible Complications with Tiplasty Vs. Full Rhinoplasty?
If I just want to upturn the tip and all I need is a graft to add support to tip, is there less chance for complicatoins (crooked tip, uneven...
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How to Fix Bulbous Tip on Ethnic Nose?
Hi, I would like to know how Rhinoplasty is done. If its just the tip, I want to make it pointy. I heard suture technique can give me a pointy tip,...
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Rhinoplasty Without Breaking Nasal Bones?
I'm thinking about having a Rhinoplasty done to make the tip of my nose smaller, the end is fat and kind of wide. I'm just wondering, can the surgeon...
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Solutions for Drooping Columella After Rhinoplasty?
I had my first nose surgery April 2008 for a big bulbous tip. He broke the bone to narrow my nose and narrowed my nostrils. I had a second open...
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Correcting Dorsal Hump Without Changing Nose Shape?
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.
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How Difficult is It to Fix Broken Nose Tip?
4 years ago, I was in an car accident hitting my nose (bottom/tip area) very hard. I didn't think it was broken at the time; the bone felt straight...
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Possible Ear Cartilage Warping from Rhinoplasty?
I have an appointment for a tiplasty where the tip of my nose will be lifted. The doctor said he will use an ear cartilage strut to do this but as I...
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Removing Scabs in Nose from Rhinoplasty?
I had Rhinoplasty done about a week ago and my nose is full of scabs. I know this is normal but the scabs are very annoying. I can hardly breathe...
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Type of Rhinoplasty for my Crooked Nose?
I am 25-year-old female with a nose I do not like. What type of Rhinoplasty would you perform on my nose? Looking at my nose from a front view, my...
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Middle Vault Collapse After Rhinoplasty
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...
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Asymmetric Nostrils After Septo-Rhinoplasty
I had Septo-Rhinoplasty a month ago to straighten my nose (as it went slightly to the right) and also a small hump. My left nostril is now curved and ...
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Long-term Nose Bleeds Many Years After Rhinoplasty
I've had 2 rhinoplasty surgeries. First one healed and the cartilage was pronounced on the tip and looked "done" and my nose bled and...
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Rhinoplasty Results Don't Match Projected Outcome Photo
I had rhinoplasty, cheek implants, and blepharoplasty 12 days ago. I had a hump on my nose and the bridge was too wide. Also, my nose was too...
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Can Wearing a Splint over Nose Longer Than a Week Help Rhinoplasty Results?
I am going in for Rhinoplasty and I am concerned about the cartilage in the nose shifting back to where it was after being broken. can wearing a...
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Can a Nose Job Improve my Slightly Crooked and Bulbous Nose?
I'm afraid of a non-natural looking Rhinoplasty result. I prefer to have my own nose without the imperfections (straight and more refined) so that...
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How Can Asymmetrical Nostrils Be Corrected?
I have one nostril larger than the other. What can be done to make them more symmetrical? It’s just a small difference, but sure is noticeable...
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Why is There a Discoloration on the Tip of Nose After 4 Years Since my Rhinoplasty?
I have previously undergone tiplasty by redefining it with septal cartilage 4 years ago and recently I noticed there was a purply/bluish spot on...
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Is Packing the Nose Needed After Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty?
Why do some pack the nose afterwards and some don't? My daughter is considering a Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty and we're swondering what the pros and...
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Shaving off 8mm to 1cm from Bone Possible in Rhinoplasty?
I feel that my nose is too fat for my face and doesn't look right. It seems to extend too far off my face and I was wondering whether it would be...
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Rhinoplasty and Excess Skin
I just wonder, how can you make a big nose smaller and there's not noticable excess skin?
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Rhinoplasty Splint Removal
I had a open rhinoplasty four days ago and the surgeon told me to remove the splint myself. I have to do it in three days. I read on many boards that...
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Nasal Taping to Reduce Rhinoplasty Swelling?
It has now been 2 months after my Rhinoplasty and the doctor is just suggesting nasal taping to reduce the swelling. Is it futile at this point, or...
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Rhinoplasty with Concha Bullosa Surgery Possible?
I have had sinus issues in the past. An MRI revealed a concha bullosa. Do you think I need surgery for this? I also have always wanted rhinoplasty...
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After Care Advice for Rhinoplasty?
Any advice for Rhinoplasty after care to reduce scar tissue build up?
8 doctor answers
Is Late 40s Too Late for Rhinoplasty?
I don't have a straight profile and I'd like to finally take care of it. My nose is elegant from the front - thin nostrils and it's...
34 doctor answers
Nose Tip Still Fat and Round After Rhinoplasty with Implant
After 8 months of my Rhinoplasty with a silicone implant, my nose tip is still round and fat. How much more should I wait to see a more fine and...
9 doctor answers
Gortex Vs Silicone Elastomer Silastic Nose Implants?
I need to know what kind of implants that is good for the augmentation of the nose? Gortex or silicone elastomer silastic? Is it true that this 2...
14 doctor answers
Crooked Columella and Uneven Nostrils After Rhinoplasty
I recently had Rhinoplasty done (June 16th). My nose was very wide and lacked definition. As time passes, my nostrils appear to be uneven. The left...
3 doctor answers
Recovery Time for Slight Nose Hump Removal?
I am getting a nose job in the next month. I have a slight bump on the side of the bridge of my nose from past trauma. I am getting the hump removed...
17 doctor answers
Nose Just Swelling After Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty?
I had a Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty a week ago and am horrified with the results. After having the bandages removed yesterday, I was shocked to see...
3 doctor answers
Hump After Rhinoplasty Just Swelling?
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...
5 doctor answers
Alar Base Reduction and Weir Technique Difference?
What is the difference between an alar base reduction and the Weir technique? I was under the impression that both reduce the size of the nostrils.
12 doctor answers
Kissing After Rhinoplasty?
How long after an alar base reduction procedure before can make-out with my boyfriend again? The procedure will involve sill incisions and possibly...
7 doctor answers
Rasping Nasal Dorsum After Rhinoplasty?
Since my Rhinoplasty a year ago, I have had 2 procedures to rasp the nasal dorsum. The tip looks great, but the upper part of my nose still looks...
3 doctor answers
Can the Roundness of the Nose Be Reduced?
I have a round ball-like nose. Can just the ball be reduced? How much will that cost? And is there a way to do it without anesthesia?
12 doctor answers
Getting Rhinoplasty After Septoplasty?
I broke my nasal bones in 3 different places and cracked my septum. My nose was never totally straight to begin with, but the results of the...
14 doctor answers
Waiting Before Having Broken Nose Fixed?
I broke my nose almost 3 weeks ago while out of town. I have been told by the ENT that I will now have to wait 3-6 months for surgery to straighten it...
9 doctor answers
Alar Base Procedure for Asian Nose?
I'm fine with my nose, save for it's always been too large at the base, and is especially bad when I smile as it flares out. It's out of proportion...
6 doctor answers
Nose Still Over-projected After Rhinoplasty
Hello, I am only 2 weeks post-Op. Do you think my nose is still over-projected? i feel it is but i could be crazy. Also will the projection go down...
11 doctor answers
Using Medical Marijuana During Rhinoplasty Recovery?
Hello, I have a prescription for medical marijuana. Is it safe for me to use it after my rhinoplasty surgery? If not, for how long should I stay...
3 doctor answers
Stiff Upper Lip After Closed Rhinoplasty?
I recently underwent closed Rhinoplasty, where the prominent hump on my nose was removed and the tip slightly projected. I also had the depressor...
5 doctor answers
What is the Protocol for Fixing Newly Broken Nose?
Can the doctor put a cast/splint of some sort to help it heal straight? If not, do I wait for it to heal and then seek plastic surgery to fix it?
12 doctor answers
Tip Definition Via Rhinoplasty Difficult for Ethnic Nose?
Is it difficult to get definition via Rhinoplasty with a bulbous ethnic nose? How much change in appearance can one expect if it looks round and the...
16 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty to Get Marilyn Monroe's Nose?
I've been interested in Rhinoplasty for a long time, and I'm finally going to go for it! I really like small cute noses, like Marilyn Monroe's. I've...
7 doctor answers
Smaller Nostrils and Bigger Tip After Rhinoplasty
I had Rhinoplasty almost 3 weeks ago, My upper lip is so stiff and my tip looks bigger than before i got it done. All I wanted was my nostrils narrow...
3 doctor answers
What to Do About Deformities After Rhinoplasty?
I had Rhinoplasty 5 months ago, open procedure with the osteotomy (shaving of the dorsum), and tip plasty for a bulbous tip. But after five monts, I...
3 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty Type Reduce Nose Size?
I want to be a model and I know that I have a big nose. I hate it when I smile because it looks even wider. Can someone please help me with what I...
8 doctor answers
How to Improve Wide Nose and Deep Smile Lines
What can I do to improve the appearance a wide nose and deep smile lines?
16 doctor answers
Removal of Cast 3 Days After Rhinoplasty
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...
4 doctor answers
Will It Be Obvious if a Patient Had a Rhinoplasty?
Do I have to tell my peers about my nose job? I am about to have a nose job. Do I have to tell peers I am going to get it? Will everyone notice?
17 doctor answers
Will Alar Cinch Suture Affect Lips?
A doctor said he would like to give me an alar base reduction using sill incisions and an "alar cinch suture". I understand what sill...
6 doctor answers
Chances of Keloid Scarring from Rhinoplasty?
I am considering having Rhinoplasty however I am a bit concerned as I have 1 small keloid scar on my ear and I am worried about keloids developing...
22 doctor answers
Nose Bridge Definition Possible Without Implants?
The model below had a nose job and her bridge is much more defined. Is it possible to get a defined bridge such as below without having an implant added?
11 doctor answers
How Soon Can I Get a Nose Piercing After Rhinoplasty?
How soon after a rhinoplasty procedure can i safely get a nose piercing?
9 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty Advice for a Natural-looking Yet Noticeable Result?
I'll be getting rhinoplasty, and I need advice on what to do to make it how I desire. I want a noticeable difference in my nose, but I don't want it ...
15 doctor answers
Why Was There No Change in Nose After Rhinoplasty?
2 months after open Rhinoplasty, why does my nose look the same? I had open Rhinoplasty (alar base reduction, tip refinment, and nostrils were...
5 doctor answers
Does my Ethnicity Affect How my Rhinoplasty is Performed?
I would like to have nose surgery to fix my crooked nose. One of my friends recommended the surgeon who did her nose surgery, but I am not sure...
8 doctor answers
Columella Drooping Due to Swelling After Rhinoplasty?
It has been 4 months after my Rhinoplasty and my columella is kind of hanging. My doctor says it's swelling and that it will shrink up soon. Can...
3 doctor answers
Can Rhinoplasty Make Your Nose Oily?
I had Rhinoplasty a few days ago. My nose (that is not covered by the cast) is very oily. I know that swelling and bruising is normal, but is an oily...
4 doctor answers
Safe to Have Filler for Nose Bridge Until Revision Rhinoplasty?
I've had Rhinoplasty 3 months ago, and the Dr. "overscooped" my nose. So now it looks like I have a flat face with a 6 yr olds nose. No...
9 doctor answers
Preferred Nose Shape for Asian Men?
I am from Far East Asia, and not surprisingly, my nose-shape is quite flat (the stereotypical shape). My question is two parted, first: are there...
11 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty for Sebaceous Nose?
I am 50 with very oily skin since 13, worsening with time. I must wash my face approximately every 30 minutes; especially the nose and forehead. I've...
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Procedures to Make Nose Symmetrical and Proportionate to the Face?
As you can see my nostrils are very big, and my tip is very bulbous, and although you may not see it, my nose is a little crooked (pictures reverse)....
8 doctor answers
How Long Does It Take for Rhinoplasty Stitches to Dissolve?
How long does it take dissolving stitches to dissolve? It's been almost 3 weeks since my surgery and they are still there.
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Can Nose Job Correct Bulbous Tip Deformity and Look Natural?
I'm considering having Rhinoplasty surgery to refine the tip of my nose, which has been getting consistently bigger and more asymmetrical over the...
9 doctor answers
Hardness on Nose Tip After Rhinoplasty
I had a Rhinoplasty done for my nose tip, most healing is done but my tip still feels very firm, I can't really push the tip upward. My nose still...
6 doctor answers
Can Fillers or a Revision Reshape my Nose Bridge?
A month ago, I had a Rhinoplasty. The doctor unfortunately lowered the bridge too low, and my nostrils look uneven and smaller then usual. I...
10 doctor answers
Will Rhinoplasty Fix Breathing Problem?
My nostril passage is too narrow. I have had breathing problems ever since I can remember. This keeps me from being active, specially working out....
12 doctor answers
Possible to Narrow a Nasal Bone Without Fracturing the Bones?
I want a much narrower nose. I hate my wide nasal bone. A doctor told me that when he does Rhinoplasty, he does not break the nasal bone but just...
15 doctor answers
Insurance Cover Rhinoplasty or Nose Job Surgery?
I am interested in having a rhinoplasty or nose job. What cosmetically bothers me is the hump or bump I have on my nose that makes it look crooked. I...
4 doctor answers
Is It Possible to Fix Nose Bump Under Local Anesthesia?
I've always been insecure about the bump on my nose and I want to get a nose job but I'm afraid of having anesthesia. Is it possible to have it done...
15 doctor answers
Blood Work Necessary Before Rhinoplasty?
One rhinoplasty surgeon I am considering has not requested me for blood/lab work. Is it standard procedure? Before him, I spoke to many other surgeons...
14 doctor answers
Options to Fix Nasal Flare when Smiling?
I have this excessive nasal flare when smiling. In repose the nose (widths) looks ok. The width of my nose increases a lot when I am smiling and...
9 doctor answers
Is Whistling Nose After Rhinoplasty a Temporary Side Effect?
I had rhinoplasty last week and now my nose whistles when I breathe. I sound like darth vader. I looked it up, and I found out that septal...
5 doctor answers
105 Degree Nose Tip After Rhinoplasty Too High?
I had a nose job last week because it was as an S shape and I couldnt breath well with it. I also had a bump so I had it fixed. My doctor said that he...
13 doctor answers
How to Correct Droopy, Bulbous Nose Tip?
How can a droopy, bulbous nose tip with a large base be corrected? One of the doctors that I consulted said that he would laterally cut my cartilage...
11 doctor answers
Alar Base Reduction and Bridge Implants on Asian Nose?
I'd like to have alar base reduction as my nostrils flare too much when I smile and my nose is flat & droops down. Should I have the nose-tip...
8 doctor answers
Perfect Nose for Chennai Model?
Hi Im from South India, Chennai to be exact. I want to become a model and I need to have the 'perfect nose' or close to it. I want to know if closed...
4 doctor answers
Will Fillers Help Fix Nose Tip After Bad Rhinoplasty?
I had Rhinoplasty done 3 years ago. I'm very unhappy with the outcome. It seems to be more wider and the tip has drooped. Would the derma fillers be...
11 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty After Recent Closed Reduction?
I broke my nose a week ago and had closed reduction surgery to straighten it. Since the nasal splint was removed, I have developed a very large hump...
10 doctor answers
Type of Nose Job to Improve Profile and Wideness?
I'm 17 years old and I've wanted a nose job since I was about 12 years old. I feel like my nose is very wide and I really hate it's profile when I...
12 doctor answers
Does Silastic Implant for Rhinoplasty Look More Fake Than Cartilage?
I am thinking whether or not to have a nose surgery. My doctor said I do not have enough carilage on my ears and I also do not want a scar on my...
13 doctor answers
Rasping Dorsal Hump Sides?
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...
5 doctor answers
Can I Run 2 Weeks After Rhinoplasty?
I had rhinoplasty exactly 2 weeks ago. Two days ago I started running on the treadmill, but only ran for 20 minutes instead of my usual 60 minutes of...
13 doctor answers
Pain in Palate After Rhinoplasty
I had my rhinoplasty 8 days ago. 6 days ago I started feeling a sharp pain in my palate. I have a hard time eating. I look with a mirror and light and...
10 doctor answers
Can Alar Base Alone Fix Wide Nostrils and Nasal Base?
I hate how my nostrils flare and don't like how wide the bottom of my nose is. Do I need a full nose job? Thanks! I will travel wherever I have to to...
14 doctor answers
Pea-sized Nose Tip Bump After Rhinoplasty
I had Rhinoplasty 11 months ago. As the swelling at the tip went down, I started to notice a pea size bump on the right side at the fleshy part of the...
4 doctor answers
Is Massaging Nose After Rhinoplasty Recommended?
Massaging a nose after Rhinoplasty is common in the Czech Republic. Plastic surgeons get their patients doing it from about 2 weeks onward. The...
5 doctor answers
Nose Tip Numbness Permanent 2 Years After Rhinoplasty?
I had a Rhinoplasty two years ago. I wanted a tip that was bit more refined; the original was bulbous. But, I was advised that as long as my tip is...
3 doctor answers
How is a Broken Nose with Deviated Septum Fixed?
I am 19 and had an altercation. I was punched on the side of my face and he broke my nose. My nose is deformed. It looks like I have a deviated...
7 doctor answers
Procedure and Incision Type to Fix Wide Nostrils?
My nostrils are too wide but I wonder if fixing them will wreck the tip of my nose. Which procedure and incision type would be best used to fix my...
4 doctor answers
Asymmetrical Face - Rhinoplasty + Cheek Implants + Jaw Surgery
I want to undergo rhinoplasty for a deviated septum but im worried it wont end up straight because my jaw line is assymetrical, which means i will...
7 doctor answers
Risk of Uneveness with Rhinoplasty for Wide Nose and Upturned Tip?
What kind of Rhinoplasty would be the best option for me. I want my nose to look straight from the side and also thinner from the front. Is there a...
17 doctor answers
Correcting Nose to Lip Angle and Bulbous Tip
How to correct acute nose to lip angle and bulbous tip at same time? My nose and lip angle is approximately 70 degrees and I have a bulbous tip with a...
15 doctor answers
Realistic Expectation on Rhinoplasty for Patients with Thick Skin?
Hi, I want to get Rhinoplasty when I am about 17 years old. I'm a male. Me and my mom are looking for a surgeon and are looking at what is reasonable...
9 doctor answers
How Much Does Noes Hump Filing Cost?
My nose has been growing for the past year and a half, but now I'm 18. I wanted to know how much it would cost to file down the hump on my nose, and...
8 doctor answers
Bone on One Side of Nose After Rhinoplasty
I asked my surgeon to remove the hump on the bridge on my nose. It has been fractured to make the bridge narrow and rasped the bump down. One side is...
3 doctor answers
Ear Cartilage Graft for Rhinoplasty
What part of the ear is the graft generally taken from for rhinoplasty? What's to be expected with this type of surgery?
8 doctor answers
Growing Bump on Bridge After Rhinoplasty
I had Rhinoplasty about two weeks ago. I had a broken nose for years and with a huge bump. After the surgery, I noticed that a small bump was growing...
4 doctor answers
Bad Acne Immediately After Rhinoplasty?
I am 19, and just had a finesse rhinoplasty about two weeks ago, and now my always-been-perfect skin has broken out severely following splint removal....
6 doctor answers
How to Tighten Nasal Skin After Rhinoplasty?
I had a really large hump removed from my nose, and the skin around my nose is no longer as tight as it used to be. What can I do to tighten it? My...
6 doctor answers
Nose Tip Looks Too Round After Rhinoplasty
I am 4 months post Rhinoplasty. The sides of my tip puff out, causing the lines of my nostrils to appear rather deep. I'm not sure if this is swelling...
4 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty to Fix Only One Side of the Nose?
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...
16 doctor answers
Columellar Fullness and Too Low Strut Graft After Rhinoplasty
I had open Rhinoplasty 4 weeks ago and so far have poor results. My concerns are that the columella is so full and the strut graft appears to be...
9 doctor answers
Have I Caused Permanent Damage After Rhinoplasty?
I had my Rhinoplasty done one month ago. I was told to take 2 weeks off the gym. I took four weeks off. During those three weeks, I was liking my...
3 doctor answers
Refining Nose Sides Possible with a Nose Job?
Hi there, I have been considering a "nose job" for a while where I would just want the sides of my nose thinned and refined (and perhaps the...
19 doctor answers
Nose Realignment Should Be Within 10 Days of Injury?
Is it absolutely necessary to have Rhinoplasty for nose realignment within 10 days of the injury? Would 18 days be way too late? I fear my husband's...
5 doctor answers
Possibility of Cartilage Shifting After Repairing Broken Nose?
My nose was broken in 2005 and I'm having it fixed in 2010. What are the chances of the cartilage in my nose shifting back to the side over time...
8 doctor answers
How to Correct Pollybeak Tip Deformity?
Hi is a pollybeak tip easy to correct. Ive had revisional surgery and it looks like ive formed a pollybeak as my skin is quite thick. can you please...
7 doctor answers
Hard Bump Under Eye Corner After Rhinoplasty
I just got Rhinoplasty about 4 days ago. Most of the swelling has gone down, but I just recently discovered a bump, more like a sharp bone, under the...
3 doctor answers
What is the Extent of Alar Base Reduction Scars?
I have a large nose tip and a wide nasal base. I am thinking of undergoing alar base reduction, and I want to know about the scar that I will have on...
4 doctor answers
Tip Reduction Side Effects?
I am not sure if I need tip reduction. My surgeon reccommended I should have it otherwise if I have alar reduction, my bulbous tip of my nose will...
4 doctor answers
Can a 17-year-old Have Rhinoplasty?
I want to have rhinoplasty done to make my nose smaller and fix it up. When I was little, I had a severe accident on my dorsum. It altered the...
14 doctor answers
How Often Do Doctors Get Hump Reduction Requests?
I recently had a rhinoplasty done about two months ago. The doctor did a fine job on everything I requested. My nagging concern relates to my hump...
8 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty Advice?
I was thinking about having Rhinoplasty done in order to decrease the width of my nose. Right now, it's a too wide. I would also like to change the...
9 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty - Could a Bump on the Nose Effect Reshaped Tip?
I am 1 month post-rhinoplasty, and I had a reshaping, silicone in my bridge of the nose and cartilage on the tip of the nose. I took a nasty hit on...
4 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty Surgeon in Egypt?
Can anyone recommend a good plastic surgeon in Egypt for rhinoplasty? Please let me know.
3 doctor answers
Functional Rhinoplasty Procedure to Alleviate Allergies?
My nose never really bothered me until about 2 years ago, when I started getting allergies and lately everytime I get a cold I get migranes and also...
10 doctor answers
Damage from Pinching Nose After Rhinoplasty?
I'm 12 days post-op from a secondary Rhinoplasty. I had spreader grafts and lateral crural strut grafts and a columellar graft were all used in my...
4 doctor answers
Can Rhinoplasty Make my Nose Flatter?
Hello, the front of my nose is quite sharp. I was wondering if a nose job could make it flatter. The picture might help show what I mean. Thank you.
15 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty and Breast Implants in One Week?
I'm planning on on getting a Rhinoplasty revision under local anesthesia which is going to be on a Thursday. I'm also planning to get breast...
7 doctor answers
Possible to Have Cartilage Regrowth After Rhinoplasty?
My surgeon removed too much nose tip cartilage, basically taking out all the upper cartilage and leaving my nose underprojected. Is there anything...
10 doctor answers
Widen and Restore Nose Closer to Its Appearance Before Rhinoplasty?
I had Rhinoplasty, which I am really not happy about. I have nice male nose, and the only problem was that it was little longer a has little hump...
6 doctor answers
What is the Time Frame for Steroid Injections on Tip After Rhinoplasty?
I had a second open rhinoplasty 5 weeks ago - first one was closed. Now the tip looks different from the rest of the nose: so swollen, it looks like...
10 doctor answers
Does the Nose Tip Go Down Years After Surgery?
I'm getting my nose done. Everyone says I should have it a little more curved than I want because the tips goes down. My doctor said the swelling...
9 doctor answers
Your Opinion on Rhinoplasty and Breast Augmentation Costs?
The surgery costs seem reasonable but would like an outside opinion. I had 3 consultations for rhinoplasty and breast augmentation. Two doctors gave...
8 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty Procedure to Address Multiple Issues?
As you can see, my nose is a bit crooked. When I was younger, I broke it, and I also have a deviated septum. I don't like the frontal appearance of my...
17 doctor answers
Will Weight Lifting Affect Rhinoplasty Results?
Will lifting weights a month after Rhinoplasty delay/stunt the development of the nose's definition and swelling reduction? Say if a nose will...
5 doctor answers
Closed Valve After Rhinoplasty?
I recently had Rhinoplasty and was told by my plastic surgeon that I have collapsed valves from the surgery. He said I should just live with it, and...
8 doctor answers
How Long After Rhinoplasty Can Loupes or Glasses Be Worn?
How long after a rhinoplasty before I can wear loupes or glasses? I wear loupes while working. It's relatively light weight; designed for vision 2.5x...
15 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty and Eyelid Surgery with Medial Epicanthus Correction?
Is it advisable to get Rhinoplasty (nose bridge enlargement) and double Eyelid surgery with medial epicanthus correction at the same time or should...
7 doctor answers
Can Rhinoplasty Give Me the Refinement and Tip Projection I Want?
I would like to achieve the following from rhinoplasty. The current picture is on the left and the desired result is on the right. Is it possible?
14 doctor answers
Do I Need Alar Base Reduction Too?
I am not sure if i want to get my nose tip slimmed along with my nostrils narrowed for Rhinoplasty. Would I have a piggy nose if I did have my...
7 doctor answers
Does Rhinoplasty Make Nose More Likely to Break in the Future?
Can Rhinoplasty make the nose prone to breakage in the future, even months or years after it has healed from the surgery?
12 doctor answers
Weir Reduction or Another Procedure for Large Nose?
I've been considering a rhinoplasty to reduce the large appearance of my nose. I'm happy with the profile, but not with the width. A couple doctors...
16 doctor answers
Is Driving After Rhinoplasty Possible?
Do you need a ride back home after Rhinoplasty or can you take a bus back by your own? If you need a ride home and is it impossible for you? Is there...
9 doctor answers
Is It Worth It to Get a Subtle Rhinoplasty?
I wanted to have a rhinoplasty in a few months and I wasn't planning on telling anyone because I know no one would support me getting a nose job. So I...
15 doctor answers
What is the Most Stable Nose Bridge Implant Material?
I had a bovine implant to give my nose bridge more projection after an fracture. It was removed after seven years due to warping and replaced by a...
13 doctor answers
Combination Nose Job and Chin?
I severely dislike my nose and chin, they aren't very feminine to me. I would prefer a smaller chin and my nose is relatively round and bulbous. I...
14 doctor answers
Nasal Hump Not Removed Properly by Rhinoplasty?
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...
5 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty While Wearing Braces?
Will my jaw and chin change because of the braces and must I wait until I remove the braces to have Rhinoplasty and to see the changes that braces did...
4 doctor answers
Risk of Empty Nose Syndrome from Rhinoplasty with Turbinectomy?
Just had a Rhinoplasty along with turbinectomy (reduction of both tubinates). When I originally presented, I was simply wanting to improve my...
4 doctor answers
Bump from Hitting Nose After Septoplasty and Rhinoplasty?
I just got Septoplasty and Rhinoplasty done about a week ago. Yesterday, I accidentally hit my nose cast twice with my hand. It wasn't too...
4 doctor answers
How Much Work Could Be Done with Closed Rhinoplasty?
I was wondering what could be done only with closed rhinoplasty and not open rhinoplasty? (a longer recovery time period does not fit in well for me)?...
13 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty Ideas to Correct Deviated Nose Tip?
Hi, I'm not happy with my nose. In the past years, my nose have been changing. Right now, it is deviated. I also want to improve the tip of the nose. ...
14 doctor answers
Steroid Shot for Swelling 2 Years After Rhinoplasty?
Two years after Rhinoplasty, I am still getting swelling. Why is this, and is it possible that I still have more healing time to go? Will steroid...
2 doctor answers
Surgery for Thinner Nose with a Non-bulbous Tip?
I have always wanted a nose job but am afraid to come out looking fake. Truth is I am happy with my profile and the length of my nose. I am not happy...
13 doctor answers
Can Overly Wide Nose Bridge from Injury Be Thinned?
I broke my nose before and it healed wrongly. There is a lot of excess cartilage in the bridge now, making it wider. Also, the bone is a little off...
16 doctor answers
Can Rhinoplasty Correct my Chubby Nose?
My nose is chubby, can Rhinoplasty help? I was told by a surgeon that it will not have a major effect because the problem is not the bone. Is there...
6 doctor answers
Bulbous Nose Tip Correction in Local Anesthesia?
I'm looking into correcting the bulbous tip of my nose, and was wondering that as the bones of my nose won't be affected at all, would it be possible...
4 doctor answers
Options for Treating External Rhinoplasty Scar?
I had rhinoplasty in Sept '08. The surgeon cut thru a small spot on the tip of my nose and I had a couple of very small sutures. As my nose healed,...
8 doctor answers
Is 1 Week Enough Recovery Time for Rhinoplasty?
I'm getting Rhinoplasty in 3 days. I return to school 1 week after the surgery. Is that enough time to heal?
9 doctor answers
Bruising Under After Septo-Rhinoplasty
I had a Septo-Rhinoplasty done 5 months back. It was a 6-hour operation. I had an extremely deviated septum and a big hump. My nose tip was too broad....
2 doctor answers
Does Lexapro Interact with Anesthesia for Rhinoplasty?
I am scheduled for a Rhinoplasty appointment. My surgeon said Lexapro does not interact with anesthesia. Is this true? Does he need to make...
4 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty Results Final After Removing Splint?
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...
3 doctor answers
Is Revision Rhinoplasty Necessary After Nose Got Hit?
I had Rhinoplasty, and hit myself in the nose 11 days after the surgery. Is it advisable to have an adjustment now?
6 doctor answers
Thick Mucus After Rhinoplasty
My doctor said that he corrected the perforated septum during Rhinoplasty. However, I'm not breathing clearly and it seems like an extremely thick...
2 doctor answers
Fixing Nose Bump of a 13 Year Old Girl?
I'm 13 and I hate my nose. I want it smaller. Everyone calls me names. Is there anything that I can do at my age to make my nose look a little more...
5 doctor answers
Is It Possible to Have Subtle Rhinoplasty on Nose Tip?
My nose is crooked in the tip which makes one of my nostrils appear higher than the other. I would like to fix this but I wonder if it would change...
11 doctor answers
What Are the Benefits of Tip Rhinoplasty?
Hi. I have always been extremely self-conscious about my nose. I have an extremely low self-esteem and I feel like if I don't do something about it I...
16 doctor answers
Will my Nose Fill out Permanantly After the Cast?
I am 6 days Rhinoplasty post-op. I had the hump removed, nose straightened, narrowed and pinched slightly at bottom. I had the cast taken off and re...
8 doctor answers
Would Filing Down the Dorsal Hump Be Suitable to Improve the Profile of my Nose?
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...
14 doctor answers
Will Nasolabial Angle Reduce After Rhinoplasty?
Is it true that after a Rhinoplasty, the nasolabial angle reduces as time progresses?
3 doctor answers
How to Sleep After Rhinoplasty, Tummy Tuck, and Brazilian Butt Lift?
I am going to have a nose job, tummy tuck and Brazilian butt lift on the same day. My doctor assures me that this is safe. How will I rest and sleep?
10 doctor answers
Are Asymmetrical Nostrils After Rhinoplasty Normal?
Hello, I've had open Rhinoplasty roughly 3 weeks ago i still have a lot of swelling but whats bothering me a lot is the asymmetry in my nostrils...
6 doctor answers
What is an Open Roof Deformity?
Hello all, what is a roof deformity? I think I may have this problem pretty severely. I've read that seemingly quite a few problems can cause this,...
2 doctor answers
Will Nasal and Chin Silicone Implants Shift?
I've had open Rhinoplasty in 2006 with a solid silicone implant (with re-arranged nasal cartilage placed on my nose tip) and in 2007, chin...
3 doctor answers
Ridges on Side of Nose After Rhinoplasty
I had rhinoplasty four weeks ago. I had a small Bump removed from the right side of my nose. The surgeon also performed a nose lift which I didn't...
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Narrowing a Thick-Skinned Nose?
My surgeon said my skin is thick and proposed an alar base reduction so that it would fit within the width of both eyes, but the wide tip would become...
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Will I See Effects of Bumping Nose After Rhinoplasty?
I had a closed Rhinoplasty exactly seven days ago. Two bumps were shaved down and my nose was straightened without having to break it. My cast came...
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New Rhinoplasty Technique That Eliminates the Need for a Splint?
I am contemplating Rhinoplasty and I have heard and read about the splint that is supposed to be very uncomfortable after surgery. I have also heard...
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Nose Job for Wide Nose and Facial Harmony?
I was always aware that my nose was very wide across the tip and nostrils and have considered a nose job. I am afraid that a thin nose would look bad...
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Misshapen Cartilage Graft During Rhinoplasty?
I had cartilage grafts placed on each side of my tip--up above my nostrils. I'm two weeks out from surgery. As the swelling has gone down, one side of...
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Possible Deviated Septum?
I was boxing a few weeks ago, and I got hit on my nose. My nose got swollen, and now I can only breathe from my right nostril. I can only breathe in...
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Visible Graft After Rhinoplasty
I had rhinoplasty abt 2 mnths ago &although there is still some swelling, there is a small bump sticking out on middle part of my nose where a...
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How Can Rhinoplasty Make Nose More Masculine?
Hello, I am a 20 year old male and I feel my nose is very feminine (photo on the left). I wondered if its possible to make the nose wider and and my...
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How to Fix Twisted Nose and Septum After Septo-Rhinoplasty?
I've recently had Septo-Rhinoplasty and have noticed a flat area on the bridge and I can feel the edges of the nasal bones. It lies slightly to the...
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How Long Should the Nose Be Swollen Following a Rhinoplasty?
I had a rhinoplasty procedure done in December of last year when I was 18. I've always had a pretty large bump on my nose that bothered me a lot...
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Open Rhinoplasty Vs Closed Tip-plasty for Subtle Nose Correction?
I need Rhinoplasty to fix the asymmetry in my nostrils. I went to the two "best" surgeons in the area. The first said I would need Open...
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Hard Nose Tip After Rhinoplasty
I underwent an open Rhinoplasty four years ago come this August. I had previously had a very small nose with almost no bridge, and the surgery...
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Swelling and Tenderness in Nasal Cavity Normal After Rhinoplasty?
Is it common to have swelling and tenderness in nasal cavity after Rhinoplasty? Could this have been the cause why my tip is pulled towards the other...
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Shortening Nose Length During Rhinoplasty
What measures are taken to shorten the overall length of the nose during a Rhinoplasty surgery?
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Will I Be Okay During Rhinoplasty if I Get Panic Attacks?
I have a Rhinoplasty surgery coming up but I'm very nervous about the anesthesia and the tube in my throat. I have one small problem--when I get...
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Can a Subtle Rhinoplasty Correct Wide Nose Bump?
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...
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How Long After Rhinoplasty Can I Have Alar Reduction?
Because it was too upturned, and the bridge was narrowed. I'm only 2 weeks post-op. It doesn't look narrower yet but I know there is still...
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Refine Nose Tip with Closed Rhinoplasty?
Can the tip of the nose be refined with closed Rhinoplasty? Or does it have to be with an open Rhinoplatsy?
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Best Way to Fix Supratip Depression After Rhinoplasty?
I had a small supratip depression six months after Rhinoplasty. How it can be fixed and what is the best procedure for this?
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Closed Rhinoplasty to Repair Nasal Wall?
I have nasal wall collapse after an open Rhinoplasty a few years ago. Now, with every breath the side walls of my nose perceptably luff, like a...
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I Want to Get a Nose Job but Do I Also Need a Chin Implant?
I'm 17 I'm turning 18 on February 8th and I want to get a rhinoplasty because my profile is really not harmanious and I've been...
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Extreme Swelling a Month After Rhinoplasty?
I had Septoplasty (deviated septum) and Rhinoplasty. But a month after surgery, I'm extremely swollen, asymmetrical, right nostril looks very small...
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Chances of Scar Tissue and Other Complications from Rhinoplasty?
Hi, I was wondering what the chances are of scar tissue build up and other complications after Rhinoplasty. I have heard several stories of...
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Can Rhinoplasty Repair Crookedness?
My nose has been broken twice now; and now has a deviated septum look it has a bent in look on the right side of the bridge of the nose and a bump on...
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What Does Under Projecting Tip Mean?
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...
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Recurring Bump After Rhinoplasty the Doctor's Fault?
I broke my nose three times in highschool due to sports. I then had two Rhinoplasty surgeries: the first one to push together the broken bone...
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Reducing Bulbous Nose with Rhinoplasty?
Will it look normal and not like after it has undergone a surgery?
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Reducing Nasal Bridge Height Without Looking Unnatural?
What techniques are used to slightly decrease bridge height/width of the nasal bony pyramid? Could the surgeon be over agressive and make it too...
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Nose Tip Still in Healing Phase?
Could the nose tip still be in the healing phase after Rhinoplasty? Will it start (hopefully) to ease back and look in sync with the dorsum rather...
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What's the Best Material for Nose Implant?
Dear Drs, I want to raise my nose bridge, and the doctor in Yanhee Hospital, Thailand uses silicone implant. I've heard that sillicon is dangerous in...
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Does the Hump Significantly Affect the Dorsum's Profile Shape?
I had a Rhinoplasty about two months ago and am generally satisfied with the results. I had my tip narrowed and slightly elevated, nose bones...
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How Soon After Rhinoplasty is It Safe to Fly Home?
If I get a rhinoplasty out of town, how many days must I wait to fly home? Does it depend on the length of the flight? What kind of risks am I taking...
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Minor Touch Up After Rhinoplasty?
I had Rhinoplasty a couple of months ago and went back to the surgeon the other day for a check up. I explained I wasn't completely happy yet as there...
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Swollen Tip 5 Weeks After Rhinoplasty
Ciao... I had a nose job 5 weeks ago but the tip of my nose is still very swollen , is that normal ? and one side of the tip seems more swollen than...
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Rhinoplasty, Eyelid Surgery, and Fat Grafting at Once?
I'm thinking of having Rhinoplasty to make my nose tip smaller. I'm also considering having my upper and lower eyelid surgery, the upper ones because...
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Rhinoplasty for Minor Dorsal Hump Correction?
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,...
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Less Upturned Nose Tip and More Robust Bridge?
I had a nose job and now my nose is too turned up and the bridge is sloping in and too thin. I specificaly told my surgeon that I didn't want my nose...
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Is It Possible to Get Nasolabial Angle Back?
I had Rhinoplasty 10 months ago and the Doctor released the depressor muscle, so that my tip didn’t drop when I smile. My Nasolabial angle...
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How Soon After Rhinoplasty Can You Use Injectable Fillers?
About 10 days ago, I had a doctor hack up my face, leaving me looking like LaToya Jackson. The nose is upturned to the sky. Maybe it will come down...
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Scar Tissue Inside the Nose Go Down After Rhinoplasty?
After years of hating my nose I decided to get a nose job exactly 2 weeks ago. Do far so good and I am happy with the appearance of my new nose....
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Will Non Surgical Nose Job Hinder Future Rhinoplasty?
Will using Fat Injections for a "nonsurgical" nose job prevent me from getting a "real" Rhinoplasty in the future? My surgeons...
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Likelihood of Having a Worse Nose After Rhinoplasty?
I am a male aged 36. I broke my nose when I was 9 and had it fixed shortly after. However my nose is still crooked. It's not that bad however I would...
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Who is the Best Choice for Rhinoplasty in Cincinnati or Indianapolis?
I'm considering allowing my 15 year old daughter to have rhinoplasty. Since the nose is such a prominent feature I want the best. We live mid way...
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Insurance Coverage for Nose Hump Removal Due to Injury?
I recently broke my nose playing basketball. I had to get it reset back in place by surgery. Since it has healed the bone has seemed to become larger...
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Tip-plasty Under IV Sedation?
Hi there. I was wondering if Rhinoplasty when changing just the tip (Tip-plasty) can be done under IV Sedation? Under IV, are you mostly awake, and...
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Clogged Ear Sensation After Rhinoplasty?
I have read some people have problems with the feeling of pressure in their ears after Rhinoplasty surgery. Is this common? What are the possible...
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Smile Affected by Rhinoplasty
I had Rhinoplasty three months ago which involved a Weir excision. The doctor placed permanent sutures in to prevent my nostrils from flaring. My...
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Straight Nose on an Asymmetrical Face?
I have a deviated septum but i dont ever recall having broken my nose. I believe that I was born with it because I've realized that my entire face...
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Minor Rhinoplasty to Fix Bump from Accident?
My nose looks different from different angles. When I turn to the left (1st picture), there is a bump at the top and my nose is curved. When I turn to...
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How to Clean the Nose After a Nose Job?
I've had a tipplasty about two weeks ago and my question is how should I clean my nose? It feels extremely dry and I have the urgency to pick my nose.
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Deformed Face Structure Due to Rhinoplasty Swelling?
It has been 2 months since my Rhinoplasty surgery and my nose is still very swollen. Not only that, the more swollen and deformed my nose looks, the...
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The Stitches in my Nose Aren't Dissolving and It's Been a Month Since my Rhinoplasty
I have a few stitches on one side of my nose and they hurt when I'm trying to clean my nose with cutton swabs. The stiches hang loose and absorb...
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What's the Cost of Rhinoplasty in Los Angeles?
I would like to augment my nose using my own cartilage and I was wondering if the price is any different than it would be for the more common nose...
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Will Insurance Pay for my Rhinoplasty to Address Breathing Problems?
I broke my nose 4 yrs ago recently i have had problems breathing. the r.side of my nose has a bump on the side,also have a fairly large bump on the...
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Keloid-prone Patient Still a Candidate for Rhinoplasty?
I have received great advice from doctors in regards to a Rhinoplasty/alar cinch procedure. However, I tend to develop keloid. Am I a good candidate...
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Dallas, TX Rhinoplasty Cost?
I'm a 15-year-old girl and I dislike my nose. I was wondering, what is the cost for a nose job in the Dallas, TX?
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Alar Base Trimming or Nose Lift
I've gone to a plastic surgeon 2 years ago regarding my nose which I have been wanting to be fixed since I was in high school. My nose is just small,...
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Are Columella Struts Permanent?
Are grafts used to support the nasal tip, besides the aging process, permanent?
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Exact Rhinoplasty Procedure for Bulbous Tip?
Is there an exact Rhinoplasty procedure for round nose tip or a bulbous one? Thanks a lot again.
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Cost of Reducing Nose Size?
How much would you charge to reduce my nose size? I love the way Halle Berry and Eva Pigford nose look. I hate how Tyra Banks's nose and some other...
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Pain and Recovery Time Vary with Type of Rhinoplasty?
Within traditional surgical Rhinoplasties, are there some that hurt more/require more time to heal? For example, would narrowing the nose hurt more...
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Choosing Rhinoplasty Surgeon with Aesthetic Sensibility?
I want to travel to the USA for Rhinoplasty Surgery and am choosing a Surgeon. Experience and Qualifications play certainly an important roll in my...
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Rhinoplasty with Tip and Nostril Reduction Only?
I plan on getting Rhinoplasty soon and want to change my bridge, tip and nostrils. I have wide nostrils and a wide tip and wanted to ask if it is...
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Nose Pushes Down when I Smile. Is This Hard to Fix?
Thank you for answering my question..I need to ask if it hard correct the type of nose that pushes down when you smile..It is half corrected from the...
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16 Year Old Wanting to Get a Fairly Complicated Rhinoplasty in a Few Months?
I turned 16 august 8th, the way my deviated septum is also makes my lips slightly asymetrical. I also have a hump and wave as well as a bulbous tip...
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Developing a Dorsal Hump at Age 17?
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...
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Do All Plastic Surgeons Perform Ethnic Rhinoplasty?
Hi surgeons, I'm a mixed race girl and I have a boulbous tip. My nose look good from the sides, but boxy at the tip. I would like the tip of my nose...
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Total Cost of Rhinoplasty Including Anesthesia and Physician Fee?
What's the total amount that includes all the things from anesthesia fee to physician's fee?
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Is Rhinoplasty More Complicated After Having Septoplasty?
I had Septoplasty to help with breathing and it worked. I am now considering Rhinoplasty to remove a bump on the bridge and reshape the nose. Is...
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Is Rhinosplasty Needed to Make Nose Sides Symmetrical?
One side of my nose is longer than the other; the cartilage at the end of the right side of my nose extends beyond the other side. Is there any way I...
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Possible to Fix Stretched Septum?
I have many compulsive tics: one of them causes me to push my nose (septum) to the side with extreme pressure, sometimes holding it there. I have...
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Very Slight Hump Reduction Possible for Ethnic 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...
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How Was This Nose Job Deformity Caused and What Will Fix It?
I am planning for a revision rhinoplasty since there are many thing I do not like about my new nose. It has been 6 months since my first surgery. It...
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Smoking After Rhinoplasty
How soon after rhinoplasty is it safe to start smoking again without affecting the healing process or causing any complications?
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What Can Be Done to Correct Thick, Wide Nose?
I'm wondering what kind of result I could expect from rhinoplasty when the tip of my nose is very wide and round and I want a more defined, sharper...
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Will an Alar Wedge Excision Narrow my Nose?
I have always had a wide nose, but in the last few years my nose has become wider. It is the widest when I smile and I believe that my nose is too...
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Would You Recommend Rhinoplasty to Improve my Face?
Would a nose job improve my face? I think my nose is kinda big.
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Who Decides Nose Shape for Rhinoplasty?
I want to know, could I get any shape for nose or the one the doctor selects for Rhinoplasty?
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Limitations of Closed Rhinoplasty?
What are the main limitations of closed rhinoplasty? And how much work can be done on the tip in closed rhinoplasty, if any?
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Lose Weight Before Rhinoplasty?
I recently gained weight, which I am working on losing and plan to continue losing after rhinoplasty. I am still in a weight range that is considered...
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Having Rhinoplasty After Pregnancy?
How soon after I give birth can I have Rhinoplasty? And can I breast feed at the same time period as the surgery?
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Rhinoplasty for Natural Hump?
I have a tiny natural hump on my nose. Should I undergo Rhinoplasty?
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Will Accidentally Hitting the Nose Affect Rhinoplasty Results?
I had my Rhinoplasty surgery done about 8 weeks ago. However, I don't know whether 6 weeks post-op is fully healed or just some strength regained....
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How Long After Rhinoplasty Will Bump Go Down?
I had Rhinoplasty to remove hump on my nose and to make the tip of my nose smaller. I still have a small bump. The doctor said it should go down but...
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Tip Refinement, Nostril Reduction Desired but Surgeons Won't Do It
I have a masculine ball tip and desire a pointer and defined tip. I've consulted a couple of doctors and some give the same argument; I have strong...
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Rhinoplasty for Correcting Upper Nose Bridge and Tip?
I have a problem with the upper nose bridge area, and need to know what to do. Should I have nose implant? Also, the sides need to be narrowed a...
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Can Anything Be Done to Help Nose Asymmetry After Upper Jaw Surgery?
I had upper jaw surgery last year (Feb 2009). It appears that the screw and plate on one side of my nose is causing a bulge/shadow/redness and messes...
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Will Picking at Nose in Sleep Ruin Results of Rhinoplasty?
I'm 2 weeks post op from Rhinoplasty, my splint came off day 10. After my splint came off I've woken up to myself picking at my nose in my sleep! I've...
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Third Rhinoplasty for Droopy Tip?
I have had two Rhinoplasty surgeries prior. The first one was last year in February (to remove the hump, straighten the nose and septum, and tip...
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Drooping Columella After Rhinoplasty
A week after rhinoplasty, my columella dropped, and it seems like it keeps dropping more everyday. It makes my nose look droopy again. Will this be...
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Is Raising Nose Tip by Inserting Cartilage Natural?
Is inserting cartilage to raise the nose tip during a Rhinoplasty a natural way? Is the cartilage really what holds up the nose tip of an...
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Rhinoplasty for Broken Nose?
About 3 years ago I fell and broke my nose. However I didn't seek medical advice at the time. It didn't bleed or anything but it just got pushed out...
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Dorsal Hump Removal to Improve Breathing?
I have a very tall, thin nose with a large dorsal hump. I have had difficulties with breathing for years now, and at long last I have received a...
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Can Sniffing, Sleep Movement or Straining Affect Rhinoplasty Results?
I've just had rhinoplasty three days ago. While sleeping I've tapped my nose by swatting it and also have flinched during sleep and felt it pull my...
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Unnatural Nose Shape After Rhinoplasty Surgeries
I initially had Septo-Rhinoplasty due to breathing problems, followed by revision Rhinoplasty. Operations left me with a hanging, portruding...
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Suggestion for a Rhinoplasty Surgeon in NYC for Crooked Nose?
I have a significantly crooked nose (top bone angles right, while septum curves back left). I'm otherwise happy with my nose. Does anyone know a...
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Besides Tip Work, Do You Think I Need my Bridge Lowered/narrowed to Get my Ideal Nose?
Besides tip work, do you think I need my bridge lowered/narrowed to get my ideal nose? My eyes are a bit too close together and I've heard that...
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Fat Loss or Lipoatrophy After Rhinoplasty?
I have heard that some people experience loss of fat around the eyes and/or cheeks following Rhinoplasty. Is this true, and can it be avoided?
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Alar Base Reduction or Tip-plasty...or Both?
I have been advised that an alar base reduction may need to be performed in order to reduce the width of my nose, however is it possible to avoid...
9 doctor answers
Is This a Deviated Nose?
I think broke my nose when I was younger. I never received surgery for it. It grew out shape when I reached my teen years. It looks more crooked...
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Is It Necessary to Break the Nose to Fix Small Bump?
I had my consultation with a surgeon about my Rhinoplasty. I only have a small bump but just a little longish nose. He said he would have to break the...
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How Long Should I Keep the Tapes in my Nose After the Cast Has Been Removed a Week After Rhinoplasty?
Its been 11 days since i had rhinoplasty done.The doctor removed the cast a week after my nose job and after that he put something like tapes on my...
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Will Ice Compromise Periosteal Remodeling of the Nose?
Does ice prevent periosteal remodeling after a bump in the nose? Is applying ice or a cold pack to the nose dangerous in any way to the nasal bone and...
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How Much Will I Save if I Do Rhinoplasty and Otoplasty at the Same Time?
It is possible to do both Rhinoplasty and Otoplasty at the same time? How much will I save? I was thinking to do it at same time because of...
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Will Fixing Upturned Nose Cause It to Rotate More?
I think my nose is too upturned, and having a weak chin doesn't help that appearance. Should I look into getting my nose de-rotated through...
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Damaged Rhinoplasty Results from Pulling Sutures?
I by accidently pulled out a large clump of dried blood with dissolvable sutures while I was cleaning my nose, 9-10 days after Rhinoplasty. Did I...
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Are 2 Weeks Enough to Heal from Rhinoplasty?
I am planning a nose surgery to reshape the tip of my nose. I have a 2-week vacation. I do not want people to know about it. Will I heal...
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Open Rhinoplasty Recovery - Can I Attend a Wedding 1 Month Post-op?
I am supposed to attend a celebrity wedding a month after having rhinoplasty. Since both my bones and cartilage will go through re-shaping, I'm...
10 doctor answers
Can Gore-Tex Nasal Implant Be Shaved Down?
Hello, I have had two previous rhinoplasties and the second time 5 years ago my Dr used a gore tex implant to build my dorsum, but it is too big. Is...
8 doctor answers
Is Ear Cartilage Too Weak to Make Lateral Crural Extension Grafts?
After Septo-Rhinoplasty, I now require lateral crural extension grafts due to valve collapse. However, my doctor is unsure whether I have enough...
10 doctor answers
Use of Ethmoid Bone Grafts in Rhinoplasty
I am considering Rhinoplasty in Missouri. I have met with a few ENT physicians and a few things have come up. I have a severely deviated septum. One...
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Sunken Nose Just Swelling After Rhinoplasty
I got the splint off after open Rhinoplasty about a week ago and my nose was straight with a some swelling on the tip and around the bridge. I have...
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Is It Necessary to Remove Perlane on Nose Before Nose Job?
I had 0.5ml Perlane injected to my nose bridge in December. I am considering a nose job, and I've consulted with many doctors. Some of them said I...
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Which Nostril Grafting Method is Better?
I had retracted nostrils even before my surgery, not as a result of it, but am only deciding now that I want the nostrils lowered. I have gotten...
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Rib or Ear Cartilage for Rhinoplasty?
I have had two rhinoplasties already. I have no more septum left to rebuild my nose tip. Which is better to use for this: rib or ear cartilage and why?
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Rhinoplasty Recommended for Narrowing Nose Due to Thick Skin?
My nose appears to be very thick, and I think I have thick skin as well, which, to my understanding, is a problem. Also the tip is asymmetrical. (I...
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Can Closed Rhinoplasty Fix my Asymmetrical Nostrils?
I don't really hate the shape of my nose; I just it want to be more symmetrical. But I'm a little skeptic as to whether a nose job can match shape of...
8 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty to Match One Side of the Nose to the Other?
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...
14 doctor answers
Nose Looks Like Snout After Rhinoplasty
I had Rhinoplasty 3 days ago and I still have the splint on. I had a slight bump taken out, the tip made smaller, and the bottom part of my nose taken...
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Is It Possible to Reverse an Alar Base Reduction?
If an alar base reduction result looks unnatural after Rhinoplasty, is it possible at all to reverse it?
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How to Minimize Complications from Rhinoplasty?
Hi, I'd like to get a surgeons' answers on this. I've heard that with some Rhinoplasty surgeries, patients complain about skin problems after...
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Nose Too Long After Rhinoplasty
I am worried that the Rhinoplasty has left the length of my nose too long, as when I look at my nose, it looks exactly the same size even though he...
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Insurance Coverage for Rhinoplasty for Breathing Problems?
I sometimes have difficulty breathing but it is not life threatening at all. I am looking to have my doctor refer me to a plastic surgeon to do a...
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Uneven Swelling After Steroid Injection on the Nose
Immediately after the cast was removed, my nose looked straight and nice from the profile (though somewhat swollen). Now, 2 months later, and after a...
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What Happens if I Constantly Touch my Nose Directly After Rhinoplasty?
After I removed the nasal cast I kept touching my nose constantly.I guess its not a good thing to do but how will it affect my nose? Will doing so...
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Do I Have a Polly Beak and Should I See the Same Surgeon for Any Corrections?
It's now been 2 months since surgery, I still feel my nose is very large and undefined, but now has a curve down look that may be a polly beak....
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Are Grafts for Nose Implants Taken from Patient's Body?
When grafts are needed for nose implants, are they usually from the patient's own body?
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Would It Be Safe to Do 4 Cosmetic Procedures at Once?
I'm considering getting Rhinoplasty (just tip work), Breast implants, inner Thigh lift and Liposuction to the flanks/mid-section. I'd like to save...
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Opinions on Breaking Nasal Bone Technique?
My son has a small dorsal hump on his nose. We consulted with a plastic surgeon and he stated he could file down the hump, and that he would then...
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Higher and Narrower Nose Shape After Implant Removal
I had a Nose job implant and subsequently removed after 1 month. Now it's been almost a year, however, my nose seems to be higher and narrower since...
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What Could Be Done to Improve my Nose?
I don't have a hump, but I think the bridge is too wide and the tip too crude. It just unfeminine and makes me look manly and 'handsome'...
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Depression After Rhinoplasty Surgery?
It took surgery for me to realize that my pre-surgery nose was unique and beautiful, and i realize now that body dysmorphic disorder probably lead me...
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Can Diuretic Pills and Cold Sprays Relieve Rhinoplasty Swelling?
I came across some tablets called Aqua Ban that are intended for pre-menstrual water retention. They promise to get rid of excess fluids all over the...
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Nose Tip is Not Symmetrical After Tip Rhinoplasty
I had rhinoplasty in Dec to rotate the tip up and to even out a pointy nose. Now 8 month later there is still a hump on the lower right tip that makes...
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Round Bump on Nose Bridge After Revision Rhinoplasty
I had Revision Rhinoplasty 5 weeks ago. My first was 14 years ago. At that time, I only had a bump removed. This one did not involve my bridge, but...
3 doctor answers
How to Make Nose Tip Less Protruding?
Hello, I wondered if the tip of the nose could be made to be less protruding? Thank you.
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Adding Rhinoplasty with Tummy Tuck Scar Revision?
I need to have a Scar revision and Liposuction after my Tummy Tuck - for this I will only have to pay hospital costs. Can I request that I have a...
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Rhinoplasty to Remove Hump an Option for Patient with Thin Skin?
I am 20 years old and have a small hump in my nose, i had a consultation with a plastic surgeon who says that even if i had it done i probably would...
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Swelling Between the Eyes 3 Months After Rhinoplasty
It's been about 3 months since I've had my rhinoplasty, and the radix (from what I've read the radix is the nasal bone right between my...
5 doctor answers
Thinner Upper Lip from Alar Cinch Suture?
My understanding is that an alar cinch suture Rhinoplasty has nothing to do with cutting, that it just pulls skin together. But when you pinch your...
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Addressing Nostril Size in One Rhinoplasty Procedure?
I'm about to have Rhinoplasty done and I asked my doctor to also narrow my nostrils in one surgery, but he said that its not wise to do it and it's an...
11 doctor answers
How Can I Tell if I Have Thick or Thin Nasal Skin?
Hello, I am wondering how to tell if I have thick or thin nasal skin. I am blonde with very fair skin; however, my skin does tend to be oily and I do...
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Will Weight Loss or Pregnancy Affect Rhinoplasty Results?
I am going to have a Rhinoplasty with an ENT surgeon next week, and thinking of losing weight after the operation. Will that affect my healing and the...
11 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty with Chin Implant Age Requirement for Male?
How old does a male have to be to get rhinoplasty with a chin implant? Also, how old would be comfortable for the doctors to do these procedures?...
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Correction of Upturned Nose Tip After Rhinoplasty?
I had a Rhinoplasty and the tip is slightly upturned. Is there a way to down turn it so the nose projects more? If it's turned down, how many mm will...
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Should I Still Be Receiving Kenalog Injections 4 Years After Nasal Surgery?
I had a surgery for deviated septum and minor bridge shaping 4 years ago. I had received the kenalog injections to bring the swelling down but then...
5 doctor answers
What Nose Surgery Combination is Best for African American Nose?
Nose reshaping / septal deviation correction - I want to make my nose smaller. I read an ad that offered the following: 1. Nose reshaping / septal...
4 doctor answers
Correcting Higher Right Nostril After Rhinoplasty?
I am 11 months post-op from Rhinoplasty. My right nostril is 'higher' than the left and it bothers me. I addressed this with my ENT/PS who reluctantly...
3 doctor answers
Removing Dorsal Hump Without a Tip Strut or Graft?
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...
8 doctor answers
Can Columellar Strut Be Removed and Nose Tip Moved to Original Position?
I'm not happy with my rhinoplasty results. Can the columellar strut be removed and my nose tip placed back to its original position?
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Can Nose Hump Be Removed Without Changing the Rest of my Nose?
I want to remove somewhat of large hump on my nose but i want to leave my nose the same. is it possible to shave the hump part down and leave my nose...
12 doctor answers
How to Get Insurance to Cover Rhinoplasty?
I broke my nose when I was younger and had to have surgery. I had problems breathing out of my right side. I had a Septoplasty by an ENT doctor about...
4 doctor answers
How to Deal with Psychological Part of Rhinoplasty?
My surgery is scheduled for the middle of July. I have conducted four months of research educating myself on what to expect before, during and after...
6 doctor answers
Nasal Exercises for Bump After Rhinoplasty?
I am 11 days post op from Rhinoplasty. As soon as the cast was removed from my nose, I noticed a bump on the nasal bone. Will nasal exercises help...
4 doctor answers
Limits to Rhinoplasty?
How many aspects of the nose can be changed in one Rhinoplasty? (e.g. Length, width, tip, bridge, nostril size) Are there limits as to how many...
14 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty Necessary to Correct Breathing Problems?
Hi doctors, I injured my nose a few years ago and although the X-ray did not show any signs of a fracture, I definitely had my septum knocked out of...
10 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty at Under $1000?
Do you know if there are any surgeons that will do rhinoplasty for around $1,000 or less?
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Rhinoplasty Surgeon Credential Based on Number of Surgeries
The surgeon I am considering does approximately 50 Rhinoplasties per year. I am in Charlotte, NC, where evidently not many people seek Rhinoplasty...
16 doctor answers
Permacol for Nasal Implant?
I broke my nose as a child. As a result had to have cartilage taken from my ears at the age of 17, and the graft re-absorbed after about a year after...
8 doctor answers
Is It Okay to Take Voltarol After Rhinoplasty?
I had my Rhinoplasty 3 days ago and was wondering whether it's a good idea to take Voltarol tablets, given that they are an anti-inflammatory tablets....
4 doctor answers
Building a Nose Tip Without Surgery?
I'm African American and I've had a Rhinoplasty. I choose not to get a nose implant. I have to get Radiesse filler in the bridge to build it up, but...
4 doctor answers
Interpreting Medical Exam Terminology for Rhinoplasty?
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...
8 doctor answers
Can Nose Flares Be Decreased in Size Without Looking Fake?
I am Middle Eastern, and my nose is a little wide. Most doctors recommend me to make my nose bone thiner, with a touch-up on the tip, with out...
6 doctor answers
Differentiating Between Bone and Swelling After Rhinoplasty?
How do you know if the bump on your nose after surgery is bone or if its just swollen still?
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Possible to Remove Gortex Implant and Get Old Bridge?
Is it possible to remove the Gortex implant and get back my old bridge (even though the bone was shaved slightly)? Or will I end up with a bridge that...
3 doctor answers
Septum More Deviated and Nostrils Wider After Rhinoplasty
My daughter had a Rhinoplasty 8 months ago to get a smaller nose. The surgeon made the nose bridge and tip thinner, which made the nostrils look wider...
5 doctor answers
Radiesse to Correct Curved Nose After Rhinoplasty?
Should I try Radiesse? Will it give the appearance of a larger or wider nose? Please Help. Somewhat frustrated.
5 doctor answers
How Soon Can Accutane Be Used After Rhinoplasty?
I've used Accutane before and want to use it soon after Rhinoplasty. But Accutane can really dry up your sinuses. Would that be bad for the healing...
2 doctor answers
Will the Nose Go Back to Normal After Tip Rhinoplasty?
Is the inside of your nose normal after tip Rhinoplasty? I had tip Rhinoplasty around March to raise a droopy looking tip. The PS told me that his...
4 doctor answers
Squashed Beak-like Nose After Splint Was Removed
Since I had the splint taken off yesterday, the snout look has improved slightly. But now, I have a squashed looking beak nose from front view, and I...
4 doctor answers
Can Rhinoplasty Cause Breathing Problems?
I had my Rhinoplasty on Jan 2007 and since then my breathing felt very obstructed. Can a patient become terribly ill after a Rhinoplasty?
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How Soon After Surgical Rhinoplasty Can One Have Fillers?
I absolutely dislike the outcome of my surgical Rhinoplasty. It appears that I have all of the following: bossing (therefore a crooked nose) drooping...
4 doctor answers
Nasal Bone Narrowing for Rhinoplasty?
My surgeon informed me that he will need to narrow my nasal bone in order to accomplish the desired look of my reconstructed nose. My understanding is...
5 doctor answers
Advice on How to Fix Very Unique Cosmetic Nose Issue?
On the left side of my nose, it seems like I have a bubble under my skin. It's not painful, nor is it red. It is the same color but causes a great...
12 doctor answers
Options for Immediate Revision Rhinoplasty?
How can my nose be fixed now? I know I need to wait a year, but what options do I have for revision? Should I go to the same doctor?
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Is Just Fixing the Tip of a Wideset Bulbous Nose a Difficult Procedure?
The tip of my nose is quite bulbous and my nostrils are large. When I smile, my nose becomes very wide and the tip appears much bigger. If you are...
7 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty Post-op Profile is Identical to Pre-op Profile
I got a closed rhinoplasty a week ago to remove a hump on my bridge and requested my nose have a slight feminine curve for my profile. When my splint...
6 doctor answers
Nasal Bones Uneven After Repositioning
If the nasal bones are uneven after they are repositioned towards the center, is there anything you can do to straighten them out yourself during the...
9 doctor answers
Septorhinoplasty to Reshape Nose and Nostrils?
Would a septorhinoplasty straighten my nose and reshape my uneven nostrils? I injured my nose playing sports as a child, but never received treatment...
2 doctor answers
Is Rib Cartilage New for Rhinoplasty?
How safe is rib cartilage for Rhinoplasty compared to gortex or silastic? How sure are we about finding some cartilage from the rib?
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Will Tip Rhinoplasty Cause Imbalance with Dorsal Hump?
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...
13 doctor answers
More Closed Rhinoplasty Successes Attributable to Doctor's Experience?
I am choosing a plastic surgeon. By seeing the before and after pictures, I have noticed, that doctors who performed more closed rhinoplasty surgeries...
21 doctor answers
Is It Possible to Have Augmentation in Rhinoplasty?
Is it possible to augment in a Revision Rhinoplasty? My surgeon cut too much off of the bridge. Would the average amount of septal cartilage be enough...
9 doctor answers
Tips for Rhinoplasty Recovery?
I have my first ever Rhinoplasty booked in 2 weeks time. I'm pretty nervous and wondered if anyone can give my any tips on recovery, or any tips on...
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White Bump Along Rhinoplasty Incision
I had a nose job (Rhinoplasty) 2 years ago. After a year, I noticed a small bump inside my nose where the incision was made to insert the silicone...
2 doctor answers
How Old Do You Have to Be Before Dorsal Hump Can Be Removed?
Also if someone does get the hump removed, will they look better or can it ever make you look worse?
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Removing Massive Scars from Previous Rhinoplasty Surgeries?
My nose is thicker and fatter after 3 Rhinoplasty surgeries (maybe build up of scar tissue)? I have seen pictures of patients who have undergone...
3 doctor answers
Narrowing Entire Nose Possible Without Changing Profile?
I have a straight profile, although my bridge is high. The front is wide, and my nose spreads and flattens when I smile, which I hate. I'd like a...
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Is Rhinoplasty Necessary to Narrow Down the Base of the Nose?
I am looking to change the bottom area of my nose, where the skin and nostrils are, as opposed to the bridge. Bulbous nose? But does this mean I would...
11 doctor answers
Concerned with Cartilage Removal During Rhinoplasty
I am worried that my doctor will remove too much cartilage during Rhinoplasty, making the bridge of my nose structurally deficient. Is there a way I...
10 doctor answers
Did Bumping my Nose 8 Days After Rhinoplasty Ruin my Result?
I had rhino 5 1/2 months ago. I have followed my doctor's post-op instructions religiously. However...8 days after surgery, 1 day after my cast...
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Cost of Correcting a Wide Nose Bump?
I'm a 25-year-old female and I have wanted to have my nose done for as long as I could remember. My nose has a bump and it is also wide in the middle...
8 doctor answers
Removing Scar Tissue or Capsule Left from Silicone Implant?
I'm an Asian girl who had augmentation Rhinoplasty 7 months ago. The doctor put an I-shaped silicone implant in my nose. I took the implant out 4...
3 doctor answers
Horse Riding After Rhinoplasty?
I am getting a nose job but I also horse ride. How long should I wait before going back to horse riding after I have had a nose job? Thank you.
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Squishy Nose After Rhinoplasty and Minor Revision?
I had an open Rhinoplasty in March 2008 with a very minor Revision Rhinoplasty (took 15 minutes under straight local, closed procedure)in Jan 09. The...
5 doctor answers
Worst Case Scenario of Rhinoplasty on a Young Patient?
It has already been established that I am too young for Rhinoplasty and that I should wait. Although it is difficult, I probably will wait. I am going...
13 doctor answers
Can Rhinoplasty Give Me my Old Nose Back?
So the scenario is that I got jumped outside of a bar (karma), my face was punched in...I figured after the swelling went down my nose would return to...
13 doctor answers
Nose Surgery to Fix Thick and Round African American Nose?
I have a somewhat average nose for an African American. However, it is very round at the tip. I really don't like it cause makes my nose look...
5 doctor answers
Would Restylane on Nasolabial Fold Affect Rhinoplasty?
I'm considering getting Restylane in nasolabial folds, but am also interested in Rhinoplasty in 2 months. The Rhinoplasty would include alar base...
19 doctor answers
Facial Plastic Surgeon Vs Plastic Surgeon for Rhinoplasty?
If I need Rhinoplasty, does it make a difference if I go to a "Facial Plastic Surgeon" instead of a "Plastic Surgeon"?
8 doctor answers
Alarplasty After Septo-Rhinoplasty for Facial Symmetry?
I've waited over a year and a half for the swelling from my septo-rhinoplasty to go down. Now, I am considering a procedure called Alarplasty. My...
8 doctor answers
After Rhinoplasty my Nose Looks Even Bigger Than Before and a Hump is Now Present?
I am 14 days post rhinoplasty today and am feeling very depressed because i feel like my nose is even bigger than before. My profile is slightly...
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Lumpy Nostril After Rhinoplasty
I had rhinoplasty in Nov 09. The upper inside of my left nostril is lumpy and swollen. I ask my doctor to look but he doesn't and tells me that it is...
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Okay to Have Alarplasty a Year After Rhinoplasty?
I want to get Rhinoplasty to fix my bulbous tip, but I am not sure if I need alarplasty as well. If I decide to get Rhinoplasty, can I get alarplasty...
11 doctor answers
Slightly Beaky Nose After Rhinoplasty
Two weeks after Rhinoplasty, I'm noticing a dip in the middle of my nose between the bridge and the tip, which is causing my nose to look slightly...
3 doctor answers
Correcting Wide, Bulbous and Upturned Nose?
I know I don't have an attractive face to begin with, but I can't stand my nose. I feel like it doesn't work with the rest of my face and it takes...
3 doctor answers
Hard Bump Next to Incision on Columella
Right next to the incision there is a hard bump. It is tender to the touch. Could this be a dissolvable suture? Aren't they supposed to dissolve?...
3 doctor answers
Rib Cartilage Grafts for Rhinoplasty?
I heard rib cartilage grafts can warp in the nose when used for Rhinoplasty. Is this true? What are other possible risks of using this for the procedure?
3 doctor answers
Is It Possible to Change the Rhinoplasty Nasofrontal Angle?
Changing it from obtuse to acute? My nose looks big from the front view, bigger from the side view and smallest from the profile view. If so, is it...
9 doctor answers
How Long is Recovery Period for Ear if Cartilage is Used in Rhinoplasty?
I have seen many reports on recovery time for Rhinoplasty, but most of them do not mention anything about ear cartilage. I just had a Rhinoplasty,...
7 doctor answers
Can Anyone Recommend a NJ Surgeon Who Specializes in Nasal Tip Refinement?
I have consulted with a few surgeons but have not found a doc who understands my needs. I've found that many fail to hear what I am looking for. I...
7 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty Without Changing Bone Structure?
I am looking at getting Rhinoplasty surgery on my nose. I don't want to do anything to the bone structure. I am looking to get the tip thinned and and...
7 doctor answers
Top Rhinoplasty Surgeons in San Diego?
I'm a 25-year-old female, Middle Eastern, and considering Rhinoplasty to augment my nasal bridge. I am just seeking to enhance my natural beauty, not...
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Nose Tip Falling Back to Old Position?
Will my nose tip fall to its original position after going back to boxing? I had cartilage inserted to raise my nose tip to a more natural position....
3 doctor answers
Tip Plasty for Improving the Appearance of Fatty Nostrils?
I'm Middle Eastern and have a bulbous nose. I just want a smaller tip with refined nostrils to match (the bridge is fine). My plastic surgeon...
3 doctor answers
Complications from Second Rhinoplasty to Thin the Nose?
I had a closed rhinoplasty in 2008 to remove the hump. Now, I think my nose looks too bulbous and wide. I'm considering having a second rhinoplasty to...
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Can I Have Rhinoplasty After Septoplasty?
Iam 16 years old and this week I had a Septoplasty. As expected, my nose didn't have a visible change. So now, I am thinking of having a Rhinoplasty...
10 doctor answers
What Questions Should I Ask when Picking a Rhinoplasty Surgeon?
What are good questions to ask surgeons when considering a rhinoplasty? It seems like Doctors don't do rhinoplasty as much as other cosmetic ...
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Time Between Rhinoplasty Consultation and Surgery?
Most doctors I'm looking at are out of town.How long after a consultation does one have to wait to have the rhinoplasty surgery?
10 doctor answers
Slight Nostril Asymmetry One Year After Primary Open Rhinoplasty. Will It Correct Itself?
Hi, I had the procedure done in July of last year. Im pleased with the outcome in general so far, however one of my nostrils is slightly more pinched...
5 doctor answers
Will Nose Bump Become Larger or More Pronounced As We Age?
Also, does insurance ever cover the cost of a Rhinoplasty procedure?
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Nose Movement and Clicking After Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty
I am now 3 and a half weeks post op from a septoplasty/rhinoplasty. One week ago I was looking at something in my right nostril and felt something...
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Rhinoplasty for Someone with Scarring and Twitching in Tip?
I was in an accident last year and the skin on the bridge of my nose got torn up and healed in a strange way. It does not feel like the rest of the...
5 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty That Only Involves Working with the Skin?
Is it possible for a Rhinoplasty doctor to just remove the thick skin I have on my nose to make it narrower, without having any bones broken and such....
3 doctor answers
How to Lower Raised Tip After Rhinoplasty?
Over a year ago, I had rhinoplasty to get rid of a hump on my nose. However, the tip of my nose was raised when this was not discussed to being...
10 doctor answers
Bruise from Pinching Nose After Rhinoplasty
So, I had Rhinoplasty 6 months ago and everything is going fine. My surgeon recommend pinching my nose to get rid of swelling. This helped a tad bit....
2 doctor answers
Cost of Rhinoplasty in Rs?
What is the cost of rhinoplasty to decrease nose size in Rupees? If it's not exact, then please tell me the approximate cost.
4 doctor answers
When Can I Resume Dancing After Rhinoplasty?
I posted a picture here asking if I could be a good candidate for the fillers. I got many helpful answers and decided to take their advice and have a...
9 doctor answers
Will Previous Non-surgical Nose Job Affect Tip-plasty?
Hi, I have a question. If we decide to "test-drive" our nose by getting a non-surgical Rhinoplasty, would this later complicate in any way...
13 doctor answers
Open or Closed Rhinoplasty for Making Entire Nose Smaller?
I would like to get my entire nose, from the base to the tip, made smaller by one cm. Would this require open rhinoplasty? I would personally prefer...
11 doctor answers
Septal Vs Ear Cartilage for Asian Rhinoplasty?
What are the pros and cons of using septal vs ear cartilage in Asian Rhinoplasty? Does harvesting septal cartilage run the risk of damaging the...
3 doctor answers
Why Did my Surgeon Make External Incisions Near Bridge of the Nose?
I had septorhinoplasty done about a week ago to remove a hump, raise the tip, and improve breathing. During the surgery, two small (~1.5 cm) external...
6 doctor answers
How to Fix Blunt Nose Tip After Rhinoplasty?
Hi, my surgeon has removed too much of my tip and has made it too blunt. Is there any way to add to the tip to make it slightly longer and more...
3 doctor answers
Best rhinoplasty method for natural looking Asian nose
I am still confused about what rhinoplasty procedure is the best for myself (I am Asian). I want natural looking, not too high bridge, and more...
1 doctor answer
Revision Rhinoplasty Advice?
I had Rhinoplasty 18 months ago. About 6 months later, I loved my new nose. Now, I'm worried as the left side of the nose halfway is much more raised...
6 doctor answers
Barely Noticeable Difference in Nose After Rhinoplasty?
I had some work done on my nose, and feel depressed because all my close friends and my family (mother,brother and sister) say they can't notice a...
3 doctor answers
Nose Derotation Successful?
Ive read on here how difficult it can be to derotate a nose. the pictures i have seen of the procedure show minimal results also. i am considering...
8 doctor answers
Second Opinion for Male Rhinoplasty?
I talked with plastic surgeon about my thick tip and wide alar. First, I think I'd look better with a slightly small and narrow nose, more...
3 doctor answers
Am I at the Right Age to Do a Nose Job?
You see, i was very young when i had an accident and it took me a while to fully understand what happened to my nose. now every day since i knew, i...
7 doctor answers
Second Surgery for Nose Tip or Wait It Out?
It has only been 15 days Rhinoplasty post-op and swelling has not yet subsided. I sought to add definition to the tip and to reduce my alar bases. ...
4 doctor answers
How Much Swelling Will Go Down and in How Long?
I am 3 weeks post op from my open Septorhinoplasty & Turbinectomies and my nose looks huge and pig like. The columella is really hanging down and...
2 doctor answers
Which is Better- Open or Closed Rhinoplasty?
My son's nose has a bump (which he doesn't mind). He doesn't like that the hump protrudes on each side, and the front hangs down slightly. He would...
3 doctor answers
How Can I Check the Ability of a Rhinoplasty Surgeon?
I am planning to have my nasal tip refined abroad. So far, after contacting several surgeries, I have found one boarded Rhinoplasty surgeon I feel...
8 doctor answers
Is a Natural Looking Nose Possible with Rhinoplasty?
I'm looking to get Rhinoplasty to fix issues with my nose. I do not want to look like a different person after. Is it standard for doctors to show me...
5 doctor answers
Is This a Swelling Problem? Uneven Tip!
I am a little more than 2 weeks post op rhinoplasty and my tip is leaning to one side! I noticed the cast was a little crooked when it was on. It is...
6 doctor answers
How Much Improvement Can Be Expected from Rhinoplasty?
I can go for a rhinoplasty as well. How much improvement can I hope for? Which doctors can give me such result?
13 doctor answers
Nostrils Uneven, Nose Crooked
I had a small hump and slight hook nose corrected 3 weeks ago. As you can see my nose is completely messed up. I know the doctors all say swelling,...
2 doctor answers
Laser Treatment for Discoloration After Rhinoplasty?
How much does it cost to fix discoloration from Rhinoplasty with laser? Do you have to be put out with anesthesia or can you actually just do it in...
3 doctor answers
Will my Nose Look Natural if It's Less Chunky?
I feel like my nose is very fat from the from the front and chunky from the side. Is it possible to look a lot more refined from the front as well as...
10 doctor answers
What Can Be Done About my Nose Tip?
I'm very unhappy with the way the tip of my nose looks. I have smaller than average nostrils, and I feel like it just looks like a Monet up close. I'm...
2 doctor answers
Waiting for Tip Plasty After Rhinoplasty?
I had Rhinoplasty (alar trimming and augmentation) on the upper part of my nose, and the nose tip was left as is. Now, I feel that the tip of my nose...
3 doctor answers
What to Expect with Rhinoplasty for Reducing Nostrils?
I am considering getting Rhinoplasty to have my nostrils reduced, as my doctor admittedly under-corrected since I was already having 5 surgeries. I...
3 doctor answers
Is Graft Needed for Rhinoplasty?
I have heard from people and read online about a graft used during Rhinoplasty. If I only need my nose to be reduced in size--the bone, the cartilage,...
10 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty to Improve Facial Appearance?
My daugter has undergone cleft lip and palate operation when she was 1 year old. When she turned 19, she undergone bone alignment operation in the...
10 doctor answers
Unsightly Scar After Rhinoplasty?
I had rhinoplasty 3 weeks ago and my scar looks red, raised and very obvious. Should I worry about it becoming permanent? My nose and face appears...
6 doctor answers
Recovery Period for Minor Hump Reduction?
How long of a recovery period could I expect if I only got a slight hump reduction Rhinoplasty? Thank you very much.
3 doctor answers
Bumpy Car Ride After Rhinoplasty?
I live in an area where the road is bad and bumpy. How will a car ride on a bumpy ride affect the nose after Rhinoplasty? Should I apply ice after a...
9 doctor answers
After a Rhinoplasty, Do Dents in Side of Bridge Get Worse As Time Passes?
I had a rhinoplasty about two weeks ago, and already the right side of my bridge dents inward. it looks weak and lacks support (looks scooped out). i...
4 doctor answers
Ratio of Reduction Per Nostril for Alarplasty?
In an alarplasty, if the width of the wedge removed is 2 mm per nostril, does that mean that the width of the nose will be reduced by 4mm in total? ...
4 doctor answers
Swelling 11 Months After Closed Rhinoplasty
I received a closed rhinoplasty and which included improvement in my breathing. Its been 11 months, I still see signifant swelling in my face, bridge,...
6 doctor answers
Fixing Obtuse Nasolabial Angle
I had a rhinoplasty done about 1.5 years ago, and I am mostly happy with the results. As a male,my nose has a nasolabial angle that is too obtuse, and...
7 doctor answers
Severe Alar Retractions, Over-rotated Tip, Upturned Nose - Rhinoplasty Surgeon Recommendations
I was told by a plastic surgeon in new york , who does rhinoplasty that he wouldn,t do a revision on me because he doesn,t have the expertise in the...
7 doctor answers
Can my Nose Become More Masculine, Yet Keep the Turned Up/sloped Look?
I've never really liked my nose. I don't like how there isn't a smooth progression down to the tip, which I feel is set to high. And it just seems...
7 doctor answers
Enlarging Small, Piggish Nose Possible?
I have a very small, piggish nose and if I could, I would like to get it somehow made bigger; is there anyway at all for this to be done?
8 doctor answers
Does Rhinoplasty Affect Eyebrow/forehead Movement?
I have had my splint off for about a week now but still unable to move my eyebrows/feel my forehad. I have seen that smiling may temporary not be...
6 doctor answers
Total Cost of Rhinoplasty, Facial Liposuction and Cheek Implants?
I am definitely planning on having rhinoplasty. I also wanted to have liposuction in my lower cheeks, around mouth area and chin as well as cheek...
7 doctor answers
Nose Tip Centering Methods?
Can the nose tip be moved or centered with a method other than Rhinoplasty (tiplasty)? For example, there is a non-invasive/minimally-invasive thread...
3 doctor answers
Will a 1.5mm Silastic Nasal Implant Be Adequate for Asian Rhinoplasty?
It was suggested that I use a 1.5mm high silastic implant to raise my nose brige and give it definition. While it did look good fitted on the outside...
5 doctor answers
Not Enough Support After Rhinoplasty?
I just had Rhinoplasty performed 5 days ago. I received an osteotomy, tip plasty, and a new bridge. I've been reading on many sites that a splint or...
6 doctor answers
Possible to Have Rhinoplasty for Patient on Accutane for a Month?
I've only been on Accutane for about a month (since January 13th). If I stop now, is it safe for me to get a Rhinoplasty on April 6th?
6 doctor answers
How long Will a Cast Be Worn After an Open Procedure Rhinoplasty for a Dorsal Hump Removal?
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What Can Be Done About Long Columellar Strut After Rhinoplasty?
I had open Rhinoplasty 7 weeks ago and my tip is now overly projected and the columellar strut is too long. It extends far beyond the nasal spine and...
3 doctor answers
Nose Tipplasty Final Resolution and Possibly No Need for Cortisone Injections?
It's now been nine months after my tip plasty, and though I have healed well enough and without discomfort, the tip now feels extremely soft...
4 doctor answers
I Want to Make my Nose Thinner on the End, What Do You Guys Reccomend?
I feel the the bone of my nose is fine, but the tip is a little big. I would like the same shape of my nose, just a little bit smaller or thinner,...
5 doctor answers
Left Eye Looks Different - Will Rhinoplasty Help?
Hi, I need some questions answered before heading to surgeon .Since I have been considering rhinoplasty for my broken nose(deviated) ok so since my...
11 doctor answers
Second Rhinoplasty to Further Correct Nose Tip?
I want to know, can I have a second Rhinoplasty to decrease the span of my nostrils and the bulge of my nose tip? My doctor did do some work, but I...
4 doctor answers
Can Turbinates Be Swollen One Year Post-rhinoplasty?
My daughter had her rhinplasty last August to correct a deviated septum and for cosmetic reasons. Her turbinates are still swollen, she still...
3 doctor answers
Am I a Good Candidate for Rhinoplasty?
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...
4 doctor answers
Rhinoplasty to Make Nostrils Symmetrical?
The size of my right nostril is quite larger than the left one, and even the skin is somewhat thicker. Can the skin be thinned and nostril shape be...
3 doctor answers
Reconstructive Rhinoplasty for a Student?
I've had breathing difficulties due to tight and swollen nasal passages for as long as I can remember. I used to have nosebleeds, but treated them...
6 doctor answers
How is Osteotomy for Dorsal Hump Done?
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...
6 doctor answers
Shorter but Bigger Nose After Rhinoplasty
I sustained a nose injury and met with a surgeon to to have Rhinoplasty. I had photos of this famous model whose features were close to mine except...
3 doctor answers
Difficulty of Performing a Rhinoplasty for my Upturned Nose?
My nose is very upturned. The top of my nose is straight, but the part between my nostrils is at a high angle. How difficult is it to perform a...
6 doctor answers
Nose Tilted to One Side After Rhinoplasy
I had rhinoplasty 22 days ago to make make nose bigger. Now my nose is tilted to one side especially around the eye area. It's tilted to the right...
4 doctor answers
When Can I Have Rhinoplasty After Septoplasty?
I just had a Septoplasty done a few weeks ago and I want to get a Rhinoplasty done. I have had a e-mail from a surgeon in India willing to do the...
5 doctor answers
No Follow-up for Two Weeks After Rhinoplasty?
Hello. I am considering Rhinoplasty and I would like to travel back to my country to do it.I am wondering if this is a good idea because I won't be...
5 doctor answers
Closed Rhinoplasty to Refine Tip After an Open Rhinoplasty?
I have had open Rhinoplasty, but I was wondering if the closed approach is a viable option for just some more tip refinement. My tip seems a...
3 doctor answers
How to Get Rid of Noticeable Nostril Incisions After Rhinoplasty
Hi, i had a rhinoplasty done 11 months ago and i have deep scars in my nostrils that are noticeable in person and in pictures and i want to know if...
5 doctor answers
Fixing Nose Tip Higher Than Nose Bone
My nose tip is higher than the nose bone. It looks like a bump on the nose tip. Will it be easy to fix? I want to smoothly fill up the missing part...
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Having Pain in from my Front Teeth After Pulling a Dissolving Stitch from my Nose.
Hi I had my rhinoplasty last month and yesterday when I was cleaning my nose I accidentally pulled a dissolving stitch and I had a little pain, but...
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Recommended Age to Get Functional Rhinoplasty?
I'm 15 years old, and I have always had a really crooked nose (due to genetics), also I can only breathe through one nostril effectively and thus I...
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Stuffy Nose Related to Hitting an Arm and Dizziness?
I was driving in a car 3 weeks after my Rhinoplasty. A car cut me off and I got heated, smacked my arm into the side of the door. Shortly afterwards...
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Black Eyes 4 Wks Post Op After Rhinoplasty?
Hi, I recently had rhinoplasty and I am experiencing black eyes 4 wks post op. What can I do to help reduce the black eyes?
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Showing Rhinoplasty Surgeon a Picture of a Nose That You Like?
I can't explain what I want for Rhinoplasty, but I see pictures of some noses and like them. Is it possible to show a picture or is it more...
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Uneven Nostril Opening Size
I had undergone open rhinoplasty(including alar base reduction) about 3.5 months back and the nostril size and the two openings of the nose are uneven...
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Microsurgery on Dorsal Region of the Nose?
Dear Sir/Madam,Can microsurgery be performed in the dorsal region of the nose, with an aim to treat damaged nerves, in that same area? This...
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Will Piercing Affect Nose Surgery?
If I were to get my belly button peirced, a month before my Nose surgery (re-breaking my nose to make it straight), will it affect my surgery at all?
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Bump on Nose After Rhinoplasty
I had open rhinoplasty two weeks ago to remove a bump from my nose, straighten out my septum and correct the boxy tip. At first I though it looked...
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Secondary Rhinoplasty Advice
I had an open Rhinoplasty 14 months ago. The tip and columella is still hard as rock. I also have a dent in my nasal bone that I didn't become aware...
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Future Medical Technologies That Will Impact Rhinoplasty?
Is there any up and coming medical technological advances like cloning or a way of being able to regenerate bone or tissue or cartilage or any other...
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Would Surgery Fix my Crooked Nose?
I hurt my nose when I was a child playing baseball. They doctors said my nose was not broken, however it has been crooked ever since and my nostrils...
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Bruised Bridge After Rhinoplasty
12th Day after my rhinoplasty, I use tape and cast at night but since the first day of night cast I got a bruise on the sides of my bridge which I...
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Fixing a Dent in Nostril After Rhinoplasty?
I had Rhinoplasty a couple years ago and since then Ive had a small dent on the side of my right nostril where i suppose there is now a lack of tissue...
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Does Very Cold Weather Increase Nose Tip Swelling?
I had rhinoplasty on my nose bridge and a very small revision of the nasal tip 3 weeks ago. Last weekend I spent a weekend outside in very cold...
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How to Make Nose Look More Feminine?
I would like to look more feminine. I think my nose is too broad and from my eyes to my cheek bones my features are very blunt. Can a plastic surgeon...
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Are There Risks with Getting Septoplasty After Rhinoplasty?
I had a badly broken nose when I was 7 years old. My health insurance covers the Septoplasty to improve the breathing function of the nose, but...
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Cast is Sliding off 5 Days After Septorhinoplasty
I can't help it but I lough a lot and that big plaster holding the cast is simply sliding in every direction.Today after warm bath the cast moved...
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Radiesse Injection to Fix Rhinoplasty Result?
Eight months have passed since my third Rhinoplasty. I didn't like how the shape came out. I don't know whether or not it's okay to have Radiesse...
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Smoking and Rhinoplasty
I have had a hard time quiting, I have surgery in about 3 days and I have not smoked and do not plan to either, will I be okay for surgery??
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What Are the Aesthetic Defects to Correct in Rhinoplasty?
I've considered Rhinoplasty for a few years, and I'd like to know, objectively, the exact terms for my aesthetic defect(s) and the surgical difficulty...
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Which Treatment Will Correct my Nose?
My nose has bothered me for a long time I have no health problems to prevent me from having a surgery and I have been wanting to go ahead. As...
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Can Tip Be Defined and Nose Wideness Decreased?
I've always wanted to have rhinoplasty and finally am going to start looking into going through with it after some research. Would I be a candidate...
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Redness over Nasal Bone After One Month of Septorhinoplasty
I did septorhinoplasty a month a go, but the junction of nasal bone and cartilage where the bone has been broken to repair it still red. I wonder if...
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What Diet prior to Rhinoplasty Will Help with Swelling?
What types of vitamins and foods are recommended before rhinoplasty surgery? Will this diet also help reduce the swelling and bruising around the...
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Tenderness 2 Years After Rhinoplasty Surgery
I've had rhino/septoplasty done 2 years ago. Removed the hump, 5 months post surgery I bumped my nose with someone else. It took over a year for...
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Upturned Nose
Is correcting a slightly upturned nose by lengthening the nose - suturing the tip cartlidges a risky procedure? (IE possible negative cosmetic...
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How to Find Rhinoplasty Expert?
How do I find a plastic surgeon experienced in nose tip Rhinoplasty? I am interested in tip rhinoplasty. How do I begin the process of looking for a...
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Can Spreader Grafts Be Removed?
I had spreader grafts placed when I had a bump removed from the bridge of my nose. My Dr. did not tell me he would be doing this. Now my nose is much...
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What is This Dent on the Left Hand Side of my Bridge?
2 months post surgery now and I have this dent on the side of my bridge that is creating a gap, in the beginning I could press it in now I can't....
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What Did the Doctor Do Wrong with Janet Jacksons' Nose Job?
Why does her nose look so unnatural - what technique did the doctor use?
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Uneven Nostrils and Collapse After Rhinoplasty
It's been a month after Rhinoplasty, but my left side of nose looks like it sinks.Also my left nostril is smaller than right one. Is it beacuse of...
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When is It Best to Use Your Own Cartilage for Rhinoplasty?
When is synthetic a better option for rhinoplasty? Is this only an option when natural cartilage failed on the first surgery and you need a revision,...
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Is Rhinoplasty Surgeon Responsible for Fixing a Bad Nose Job?
About a month and a half ago I had my sinuses drained, my adnoids removed, and my deviated septum fixed. When I went for my consultation, I told my...
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I Had Rhinoplasty (Bridge) 10-15-10, when Can I Touch my Nose and Apply Makeup?
When can I touch my nose and apply makeup? I had Rhinoplasty (norrowing of the bridge) on 10-15-10.
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What Could Have Been Altered During Rhinoplasty to Cause my Cheeks to Sag?
I had rhinoplasty 4 years ago and as early as 1 week after the surgery I experienced sagging cheeks, longer upper lip and excess skin on my face. I am...
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Rhinoplasty After Ablative Fractional Laser Resurfacing?
How long should you wait after ablative Fractional Laser Resurfacing before it would be okay to have a Rhinoplasty? Would Rhinoplasty interfere will...
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Will Teeth Grinding Affect Rhinoplasty Result?
Grinding teeth after Rhinoplasty. I grind my teeth while I sleep. Will this have an adverse affect on my healing/development after rhinoplasty surgery?
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Possible to Have Narrow Nostrils and Smaller Bridge?
I went to one doctor who told me it's not possible. Another doctor said he can. I want less flared nostrils and want my nostrils not to be seen so...
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Asymmetrical Silicone Implant - Nose Ruined?
I had rhinoplasty one month ago which the doctor put in an silicone implant to make my nose bigger. It is tilted to one side however. I know the...
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What Can Be Done to Improve the Appearance of my Nose?
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...
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How Common is Asymetry Due to Swelling After Rhinoplasty?
How common is asymmetry due to swelling after a closed rhinoplasty?
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Best Age for a Rhinoplasty?
I am a 16 year old girl and am really looking forward to having my operation done, but have heard that it is dangerous to have Rhinoplasty before the...
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3 Months Post Rhinoplasty and Still Have a Prominent Dorsal Hump.
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...
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Did Something Go Wrong After Nose Surgery ?
Hi, Im 6 days post surgery, i still have obvious swelling in my nose. i fractured my nose when i was young and that resulted in a large bump on my...
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Options for Cartilage Grafts for Rhinoplasty
Where you get the cartilages to build the bridge of the nose and the tip in a rhinoplasty? how do you shape the cartilage to make the nose look...
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Can Bad Cartilage Graft Be Shaved or Removed?
My surgeon used my septum cartilage above my bump which gives it a look like my nose is coming straight out of my forhead,its to masculine looking. I...
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What Kind of Questions Should I Ask During my Consultation with a Rhinoplasty Surgeon?
What do I need to know about rhinoplasty surgery? What kind of questions should I ask about the surgeon? How many surgeons should I consult?
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Is Traveling a Day Before Rhinoplasty Appointment Safe?
I know you've got to stay healthy and rested in the days leading up to your Rhinoplasty appt. I have a work trip scheduled for 4 days, that will...
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My Nasal Bones Have Shifted to One Side After Primary Open Rhinoplasty, is this Easily Fixable?
Had primary open rhinoplasty 3 months ago. As soon as the splint was removed I noticed a new bump on my right 3/4 profile. If I run my fingers down...
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Dorsal Hump Removal Safe for African American with Lupus?
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...
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Rhinoplasty Advice and Experiences in Orange County?
I am considering Rhinoplasty and I would like some words of encouragement to make my decision. About the process, the results, and your...
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Ethical Rhinoplasty Specialist
How do I make sure wether the rhinoplasty specialist who I'm researching is not defrauding their before and after photos! Just because someone has...
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Would Tip-Plasty Be Right For Me?
The Tip Of My Nose Is Too Wide. I Hate It What Kind Of Rhinoplasty Would I Need To Look More Narrow. From The Side It Looks Amazing But The Front Of...
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Unhappy with Rhinoplasty. Will my Tip Drop?
I'm 18 y.o., got rhinoplasty 2 weeks ago. I had a little bump removed and my tip lifted but i'm not convinced with the results. I just wanted...
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Rhinoplasty - Nasion/Subnasale Length
I am considering a rhinoplasty operation and was wondering if it is possible with this procedure to decrease/shorten the nasion to subnasale length?...
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Revision Rhinoplasty - Healing Questions
3rd revision rhinoplasty 1 month ago to fix asymmetrical tip on right side + VERY deviated septum. Thin skin. Ear cartilage grafted on tip, deviated...
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Nasal Hump Removed, Now Left with Some Irregularities.
I had a hump removed over 2 years now. I seem to have small bumps under my skin at the top of my nose and a sharp line down the middle, which i...
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Are There Any Products That Can Be Used to Encourage Nose to Heal Straight?
After Rhinoplasty I was wondering if there are any products which can be placed on the nose to encourage it to heal straight over time?
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How is the Front of a Nose Made More Defined?
How do you make a nose more defined? Does it have anything to do with the septum?
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What Rhinoplasty Surgeon Credentials Should I Look for to Avoid Complications?
What would be some good questions to ask the surgeon during consults?
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Will Rhinoplasty After Ortho Treatment Affect Naso-labial Profile?
A friend has a class 2 div1 with a 5-7mm overjet on a "normal" skeletal base. She wants a normal naso-labial angle. After completing ortho...
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Nasal Tip Looks Larger After Surgery Than Before.
I had my nose done 11 days ago and the front view of my nose looks larger than the original nose. My main reason for getting the rhinoplasty was to...
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Does Kenalog Injections ALWAYS Help/decrease Swelling? Thick Skin!
I had rhinoplasty 3 months ago & my nose is very swollen. I think the surgeron did a great job because I LOVED my nose when the splint came off....
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After a Moderate Hit on the Nose Will There Be Permanent Damage to a Straight Nose?
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...
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Is Your Nose Meant to Look Extremely Different After Septorhinoplasty?
It's been 10 days since i had a septorhinoplasty operation. I had a small hump on the bridge of my nose which was filed down using a rasp. I had...
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I Broke my Nose Several Years Ago
I broke my nose several years ago which resulted in a bump at the top of my nose. I have been to see an ENT and a plastic surgeon and need to have...
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How Much Swelling is Possible After Rhinoplasty?
How many milimeters in swelling for bridge height is possible? and if your tip looks to upturned how far down can it come back down after swelling?
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9 Months After (Open) Ethnic Rhinoplasty Why Does Nose Appear Larger in Photos?
9 months after my surgery, my nose looks great-particularly in person. However, when I take a photo with my camera phone-it looks bigger-especially in...
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Is Closed Rhinopolasty More Complicated Than Open?
I understand that many doctors prefer the 'open' technique better than 'closed' because it's easier access, but does this mean that more extensive...
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Nose Looks Wider Post-op
I had a rhinoplasty 3 weeks ago to narrow my nasal bone and shape my nasal tip but my nasal bones looks wider than before .my tip looks better and...
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How Can I Find a Good Nose Job Doctor?
I want to get a nose job because I am tired of my nose. I have been thinking about it for a few years. I have decided to save up for it but I dont...
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Are Steriod Injections Worth the Travel?
I'm from Alabama. I got rhinoplasty performed in Flordia 2 & half months ago. My nose is still very swollen. My doc told me I can come back to...
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Unhappy with Smile After Reduction Rhinoplasty
I had a reduction rhinoplasty 20 months ago. I used to have an over projected nose with a bump, but it was sharp and defined. Now it is rounder and...
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Nose Dropping - As a Whole or Just the Tip.
Hello, I had a Rhinoplasty afew months ago and I would prefer that my nose as a whole or even just the tip would turn down slightly more. I am...
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Question About Rhinoplasty Results
Well its been 4 weeks since my rhinoplasty to straighten my nose from in front and make my profile straight also ( a 45 degree line). My nose is...
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What Mental Exercises Are Good for Rhinoplasty Depression?
How long does depression last after surgeries like rhinoplasty? How common is it for patients too feel even more depressed about their looks after...
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Rhinoplasty Bump.
Yes, I know everyone says wait a year. It is just driving me nuts so I want to ask! I noticed uneveness in my nose the day the splint was taken off. I...
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Can Rubbing Your Nose After Rhinoplasty Damage It?
I had a revision rhinoplasty with cartilage grafts done about 5 months ago. I woke up last night rubbing near my nose. it makes me nervous that I...
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Do I Have to Wait a Year if I Am Adding Cartilage to my Nose?
I had rhinoplasty 7 month ago and my nose was made too small (short). I am now wanting it made a bit longer so cartilage needs to be added. Must I...
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Rib, Ear or Synthetic Cartlage?
I am coming back to my previous question. I am have a secondary (really about a fourth) rhinoplasty. Dr. R of Dallas, Tx is going to be doing it. He...
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What Are the Key Areas of Specialization and Experience for a Nose Surgeon to Have?
How much experience would a surgeon have to be considered an expert in the field of rhinoplasty?
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What's Recommended for a Nose That Impedes Airflow: Septoplasty or Rhinoplasty?
Why do I hear that patients can improve breathing from either surgery?
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How Much Radiesse for a 'Non-Surgical Nose Job'? (Photo)
I asked this question a few days ago and many said that it would be easier to make an approximation if I uploaded a photo. So, I've made my...
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Gauze Left Inside Nose, Now I Have Bump in Same Area
I had my nose narrowed and tip refined. 5 weeks after surgery I discovered gauze still in the right side of my nose which had began to attach to my...
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Simulated Nose Versus Real Nose?
Does a good surgeon have the ability to achieve exactly the same nose look as that chosen on a rhinoplasty computer simulator? How reliable is a...
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Is There Something About Rib Cartilage That Makes the Nose Swell a Lot when It is Used?
Or is it just a coincidence that the nose swells a lot when it is used, since it is often used in open, revision rhinoplasties which result in a lot...
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What is the Average Cost for Rhinoplasty on a Hispanic Female?
(Rhinoplasty regarding a broken nose as a kid, that is really crooked now)
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How Widespread Will the Bruising Be After my Rhinoplasty?
What areas of the face should I expect it to spread? eye area? cheeks? neck?
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Compressible Nose - Can I Get Rhinoplasty?
My nose looks wide but when I get a cold, mucus in the nasal cavity lets me temporarily “glue” the skin covering the middle third down....
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Little or No Swelling After Nose Job? Is This Normal?
It's been two and a half weeks since I've had my nose job and there is almost no swelling. Is this normal? Because from what I read it needs...
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Rhinoplasty Base Reduction - Too Much Reduction Suggested?
Is 3mm from the base too much? Also, when a nose is projected how often does it turn out to be upturned and is it easy to project just by a few...
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Can I Get the Filler As Soon As I Have Nose Implant Removed?
I would like to have filler used to enhance my nose as soon as implant is removed so there won't be "drastic" change or noticeable...
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Do Eyeglasses Prolong Swelling After Rhinoplasty?
Do eyeglasses prolong the swelling of the nose after Rhinoplasty?
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Operating Three Months After Rhinoplasty?
My surgeon said he would check on my healing at three months and operate to finesse his work. Isn't that too soon to do a revision? plus isn't...
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6 Days Post-op - Will my Nose Get Shorter and Smaller?
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...
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At 2 Months After Nose Job Will I Damage my Nose if Someone Bumps It?
Hi guys . I work in a very busy bar and I am worried before I start working . Will it damage my nose following 2 months post operative if someone...
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Why Do I Have Exposed Nostrils?
Before rhinoplasty I had a long, strong nose. I was looking to have a more slimmer nose and a bit more of projection on the tip. I ended up with a...
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What Do You Reccomend in a Rhinoplasty?
Hi, I'm considering a rhinoplasty procedure and I have tons of questions to ask. My nose has a very wide tip and when I smile, my nostrils flare...
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How Long to Wait Between Smartxide and Rhinoplasty?
I had Smartxide laser procedure on January 15th. I have a Rhinoplasty and Mentoplasty scheduled February 15th. From what I've heard the new collegen...
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Medial Crus of Major Alar Broke Off, when to Fix?
I had rhinoplasty a month ago. My surgeon sutured together medial crus of major alar. My nose used to be curved. One of the medial crus of major alar...
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A Question About Swelling
I know swelling makes the nose look wider and the tip gets swollen.but does it effect the bridge in height? im just so confused because my surgeon...
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Will an Asian Rhinoplasty Help Reduce Allergies?
My mother is Asian and was born with a very small nose. However, she has a severe case of allergic rhinitis. If the surgery can't help with...
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Bovine Implant - is It a Stable Implant to Augment my Nose Bridge?
Is bovine implant safe to use for nose bridge augmentation. I just read 1 patient used this implant and it warped after 7 years. I just had...
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Swelling
How different does the nose really look after swellings gone down.if they tell you noone else will notice your swelling going down only you then that...
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My Nose Still Appears to Be Crooked.
I had rhinoplasty to adjust my crooked nose 2 1/2 weeks ago and the swelling has gone down significantly, or so it would appear, but my nose still...
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How much down time should I give myself?
Plan to undergo Rhinoplasty, under eye fat removal, brow lift, fat removal around jaw line June, 2011. My in-laws want to book a 50 yr anniversary...
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Why do patients need to stop using Accutane 6-12 months before a rhinoplasty or rhinoplasty revision?
What are the problems that could occur if I'm on Accutane during a rhinoplasty revision?
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Treatment for Broken Nose
I broke my nose, and is pending surgery, what should I do in the mean time while I wait for the surgery.
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What if the Doctor Forgot to Put in a Plastic Splint During Rhinoplasty?
When I went to have the tubes removed from inside my nose, there was only one in the right nostril, the doctor could not find one in the left nostril....
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