I broke my nose as a child. Cartilage is coming out of my nose.

Thank you for your inquiry! Rhinoplasty is a powerful surgery with its transforming ability. So, you have to absolutely sure that you and only you are not at peace with the way your nose looks. Then, rhinoplasty can improve the way your nose looks to complement your facial features in a natural...

    All of these issues can be addressed at one surgery with a closed septorhinoplasty, so that you have no scars and a faster recovery.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Nasal Splints provide some gentle pressure on the septum after surgery to reduce swelling or a hematoma.  Common splints called Doyle splints have a tube that allows a breathing passage.  Depending on how the splints are placed and the size of the nostril area, these types of splints...

Dear katt93Thanks for the question. Rhinoplasty is used to correct malformation in the nose, including assymetry. A rhinoplasty may even be medically necessary if your nasal assymetry affects your breathing. Cheek and chin augmentation are the most effective procedures for correcting severe...

Hello, and sorry to hear about the issues you are experiencing. In general, the minimum recommended age to have rhinoplasty is as follows: 1) Girls - 15 years old2) Boys - 16 years oldI would recommend seeking the advice of a board certified rhinoplasty specialist. I hope this helps, and I wish...

To the extent that your nose will be a bit smaller, you might think that your cheeks are more noticeable.  If you think your cheeks are too large now, then you might think they look larger afterwards.  No one can predict this.