Will my nose tip always look 'bulky' after rhinoplasty with nasal graft?

Question

I am a male in my twenties who had a rhinoplasty procedure a few years ago to fix a downturned hanging columella. The surgeon added a graft using nasal septal cartilage in order to change the rotation and position of my nasal tip from downturned to a more neutral horizontal position. Because a cartilage graft was added, my nasal tip seems firmer and more 'bulkier' than before. Is this normal and inevitable? Should I consider a revision in order to make it narrower or smaller?

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Cartilage grafts can add volume to the tip and make it apiece bulky. It may be worth going on consults to determine if it should be removed.

Jayanthy Ravindran, MS, DNB, MRCS · Answer

Cartilage grafting is not unusual. However, it does add bulkiness to the tip. If you want a thinner tip, then you might consider a revision. We recommend consulting with a board-certified Facial Plastic Surgeon. He/she will be able to give you advice regarding your specific situation.

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