My nose has a bump on it and I'm pretty sure it's bone and I was wondering if it could be filed down or removed? (photos)

Yes, you do have a hump on the nose that is due to bone and cartilage. You also have several other issues with the nose. Just removing the hump will not leave you with a good result. A rhinoplasty procedure that would also treat your droopy ill-supported tip would also be required to bring the nose into balance. Sixteen is young, but if you have stopped growing over the last year or two I do not think you are too young for the procedure.

The bump you show is made of cartilage and bone. In rhinoplasty surgery these can be shaved down to produce a better profile. Every nose is different, so techniques can vary depending on special needs. That way we can preserve both nasal breathing and get the best cosmetic result.

  If you have completed growth, a closed rhinoplasty to reduce the hump could be be performed.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Dear lamawesome,To help you out, I think that reducing the bump would be reasonable, and in addition, we would reinforce the tip and support it for a more natural lookBecause the tip droops slightly, it makes the bump worse (try lifting the tip to see the bump get better)Please see a rhinoplasty specialist, Dr Shervin Naderi is in your area performs plenty of rhinoplastiesBest,Nima Shemirani

Yes it is possible to do this or more. Best to see in person doctor for complete evaluation to determine what is needed..