Would it be possible to fill out my low nose bridge? (Photo)

Question

My nose bridge sits below eye level, and it gives the appearance of a hooked nose. I've attached a photo below - on the left is how I currently look, and on the right is an edited picture showing what I would like to achieve. As you will see, with a higher bridge my nose looks much straighter. Any advice is much appreciated, thanks in advance.

Stephen Weber MD, FACS · Answer

You do appear to have a low radix. The low point on the upper bridge should ideally sit at the level of the eyelid crease. This would improve the appearance of the "bump" on your bridge but the ideal result would also require reducing the bump itself to create a more pleasing profile. I hope this information is helpful for you.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.Yes, the nasal radix (bridge) can be augmented and the dorsal hump reducedTo be sure, see two or more board-certified plastic surgeons or board-certified ENT facial plastic surgeons in your area for a full and complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have surgery.I hope this helps.

James Shire, MD · Answer

Yes it is possible to raise the dorsum at the radix. However after viewing your picture where are other issues that should be addressed. You appear to have a ptotic tip or lower third of your nose, with a high caudal septum, and elevation of the boney-cartilaginous rhinion. Please seek an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon that specializes in natural noses. Best of luck.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

Yes, the low bridge and radix can be built up with patient's own cartilage harvested from inside the nose during a closed rhinoplasty procedure. In addition, the dorsal hump can also be shaved down at the same time as adding a cartilage graft. For many examples of profile improvement, please see link below

Richard W. Fleming, MD (retired) · Answer

The area that your talking about, called the radix, can be augmented, usually with your cartilage, as you've shown to decrease the fullness of the profile line. You should consider lowering the bridge below this point so you have a straight defined profile.

Would it be possible to fill out my low nose bridge? (Photo)

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