Can the radix of someones nose be lowered/flattened?

Thank you for your query. As you have rightly suggested, the nose should start from between the eyes and not the brows, so lowering of the radix is often important and is done frequently. This will not limit correction of other aspects of the nose. Please find an experienced board certified Plastic surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!

Yes, the radix (nasal root) can be lowered surgically to create a clearer separation between the forehead and nose, especially when the radix is naturally high or blends too smoothly into the glabella.
Here’s what to know:
Radix reduction involves shaving or reshaping the upper nasal bone and adjacent cartilage to create a more defined starting point for the nasal bridge. This can enhance facial balance and improve the overall nasal profile.
However, lowering the radix does influence how much slope or curvature can be created in the bridge:
A lower radix leaves less room for a deep concave slope without risking an unnatural or over-resected appearance.
Surgeons often find a balance — lowering the radix just enough to create separation from the forehead, but not so much that it restricts a harmonious dorsal aesthetic line.
In expert hands, the radix can be carefully lowered while still allowing for an elegant, natural-looking bridge contour. It’s a matter of proportion, anatomy, and planning.
A thorough consultation with a rhinoplasty specialist — ideally with digital simulation — can help clarify how your radix position affects your ideal profile.
— Güray Yeşiladalı, MD