Bulbous nose tip, can I ever slim it down? (photos)

There are many reasons why a tip may be considered bulbous, but they are usually some combination of the cartilage segments of the nose, which make up the shape of the nasal tip, being too wide, too large, or misshapen.  The thickness of the skin and other associated deformities need to be also taken into account when creating a surgical plan. The bottom line is that in most intances, a bulbous tip can be reshaped to be more pleasing in appearance and one that is more harmonious with other facial features.

  Dear Jessesmith, Although a full hands on exam and consultation are needed, it appears that you would be a good candidate for a rhinoplasty to reduce the width of your nose and give you more tip definition. Good luck. #Dr.Gervais

The bulbous nasal tip you are concerned about can be improved and refined with an artistically performed rhinoplasty. Whether you should have the procedure
is a personal decision only you can make. Additional information about the
procedure will help you decide if it is a procedure that you want to pursue.

Following the advice from a surgeon on
this or any other website who proposes to tell you exactly what to do based on
limited 2 dimensional photos without examining you, physically feeling the
tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history, and
discussing the pros and cons of the operative procedure would not be in your
best interest. I would suggest you find a plastic surgeon with extensive nasal
surgery experience who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
(ASAPS) or a facial plastic surgeon (ENT) that you trust and are comfortable with.
You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person.

Robert Singer, MD FACS

La Jolla, California