I've never been happy with the shape of my nose. It's very wide, undefined, and I feel it's too big for my face. I'm okay with how it looks from the side though, so I don't desire much more bridge height. I mainly want to reduce the overall size, narrow the nasal bone substantially, along with reducing my wide tip and nostrils. Could a rhinoplasty make my nose look like either of the last two pictures?
August 31, 2022
Answer: African American Rhinoplasty Good Afternoon! The photos you've uploaded may be realistic goals to strive for. I always caution my patients, though, that we need to find what fits your face, ultimately. To get definition in the African American nose, it's important to stretch the skin and increase projection (how far it sticks out from the face). This will change the profile, but not in an unfavorable way. It will help to narrow the tip on front view as well. Strong cartilage is often necessary and depending on the degree of change, rib may be needed. Raising the bridge is sometimes necessary for balance, but not always. A nostril reduction is often employed at the same time to bring better harmony to the nose and face. Seek consultation with a facial plastic surgeon familiar with ethnic rhinoplasty. Hope this helps you!
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August 31, 2022
Answer: African American Rhinoplasty Good Afternoon! The photos you've uploaded may be realistic goals to strive for. I always caution my patients, though, that we need to find what fits your face, ultimately. To get definition in the African American nose, it's important to stretch the skin and increase projection (how far it sticks out from the face). This will change the profile, but not in an unfavorable way. It will help to narrow the tip on front view as well. Strong cartilage is often necessary and depending on the degree of change, rib may be needed. Raising the bridge is sometimes necessary for balance, but not always. A nostril reduction is often employed at the same time to bring better harmony to the nose and face. Seek consultation with a facial plastic surgeon familiar with ethnic rhinoplasty. Hope this helps you!
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August 22, 2022
Answer: Rhinoplasty to make nose thinner... Based on your photos, you are a good candidate for rhinoplasty. The nose, tip, and nostrils can certainly be made thinner. No one can guarantee that your nose will look like a certain photo, but you can certainly go that direction. Be sure to see a rhinoplasty specialist for consultation.
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August 22, 2022
Answer: Rhinoplasty to make nose thinner... Based on your photos, you are a good candidate for rhinoplasty. The nose, tip, and nostrils can certainly be made thinner. No one can guarantee that your nose will look like a certain photo, but you can certainly go that direction. Be sure to see a rhinoplasty specialist for consultation.
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