22, female, is it possible to narrow my nose so it's more than slightly changed in the front view? (Photos)

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I’m 22 year old female. I have oily skin. My nose has thick skin. I would appreciate honest suggestions about my nose. I am content with my nose’s side profile. It’s the front view, I would like to see the enhancement in.

Oakley Smith, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Hi It is better for you to consult with a facial plastic surgeon who can examine your nose and give you the best recommendations that might help you.

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question.
 As far as I can see from your photos your skin structure looks thick, but it does not prevent you from having surgery, the recovery period will take longer than normal skin, but your wishes can be realized with a single rhinoplasty operation.
It would be better face to face consultation.
Best Regards!

Ramin Behmand, MD, FACS · Answer

Based on the photos you provided, I agree that you are a good candidate for narrowing the tip and nostrils. One aspect that stands out is your columella (the skin between the nostrils), which appears slightly retracted where it meets your upper lip. When narrowing the tip and base of your nose, it's important to address this aspect to prevent a hooding appearance over the columella. This is a finer point that an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon would be aware of.

To answer your question about the extent to which your nose can be narrowed, I would note that the upper half of your nose has a good shape and a complementary width for your face. Therefore, the narrowing should ideally focus on the lower half of your nose, with a complementary refinement to the upper half as a reasonable expectation.

Dr. B.

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thank you for your query. The bulbous tip and thickness of the nose that concerns you can be fixed with a rhinoplasty procedure. Inn fact, this is one of the commonest indications for a rhinoplasty in my practice. Please find an experienced board certified Plastic surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Based on your photos, I agree that you have a pleasing nasal profile appearance. On front of you, you appear to have a wide nasal tip and flaring nostrils. Rhinoplasty may be considered for achieving narrowing in the upper middle and lower thirds of your nose. Please consider meeting with several reputable rhinoplasty specialist who offer computer imaging. Thank you so much for your question. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

22, female, is it possible to narrow my nose so it's more than slightly changed in the front view? (Photos)

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