Am I a good candidate for minimally invasive types of tip plasty? What is involved in nose tip plasty (mini nose job)? (Photos)

Question

My nose doesn’t have a strong tip, if pressed down upon it squished onto my face. It is bulbous and the tip is a bit wide and droopy, especially when I smile. Am I a good candidate for suture techniques? What is involved in this procedure? Also is the alar also able to be sutured? I am uninterested in drastic changes to my nose, just small refinements. Knowing myself and after considering rhinoplasty for over 10 years (I am mid 20s), I would not desire any cartilage grafting/resectioning.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

You could either go very conservative or have a full rhinoplasty. There are several things that could be addressed with your nose. The tip could be raised and refined and the nostrils narrowed which is what it sounds like you want. I would recommend  you go in several consults and don’t be surprised if you get varying opinions. Then you can decide which option might be best for you

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