Hi, i have a long midface (made up of a long nose) coupled with a prominent nasal spine, so prominent/low down that it pushes my lip down (pictured) and gives me collumellar show and makes my nose droop. Is a midface reduction a good option along with a anterior nasal spine reduction?
Answer: Mid Face Reduction ? Thank you for your question about mid face reduction.A cephalometric analysis would be necessary to determine whether a mid face reduction would be beneficial for you.To be sure, see two or more experienced, board-certified Plastic Surgeons or maxillofacial surgeons for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have surgery.I hope this helps.
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Answer: Mid Face Reduction ? Thank you for your question about mid face reduction.A cephalometric analysis would be necessary to determine whether a mid face reduction would be beneficial for you.To be sure, see two or more experienced, board-certified Plastic Surgeons or maxillofacial surgeons for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have surgery.I hope this helps.
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January 23, 2015
Answer: Full rhinoplasty with resection of the tip muscle will give you what you desire. The muscle that goes from your nasal spine toward your tip pulls your tip down especially upon smiling. Your tip is long and droopy and therefore needs to be corrected to give you a more attractive nasal lip complex and nose. This will create a far more feminine and attractive look. See an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon for this.
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January 23, 2015
Answer: Full rhinoplasty with resection of the tip muscle will give you what you desire. The muscle that goes from your nasal spine toward your tip pulls your tip down especially upon smiling. Your tip is long and droopy and therefore needs to be corrected to give you a more attractive nasal lip complex and nose. This will create a far more feminine and attractive look. See an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon for this.
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January 23, 2015
Answer: Is midface reduction a good treatment for a prominent nasal spine + long midface? Following the advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you what to do without examining you, physically feeling the tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history, and discussing the pros and cons of each operative procedure would not be in your best interest. I would suggest you find a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. Robert Singer, MD FACS La Jolla, California
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January 23, 2015
Answer: Is midface reduction a good treatment for a prominent nasal spine + long midface? Following the advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you what to do without examining you, physically feeling the tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history, and discussing the pros and cons of each operative procedure would not be in your best interest. I would suggest you find a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. Robert Singer, MD FACS La Jolla, California
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January 22, 2015
Answer: Facial surgeries not indicated in your particular situation. There's not enough information in the photographs talk about very specific recommendations. The deformation of the upper lip could be treated with Botox. There may be a prominent nasal spine which is occasionally dealt with in a rhinoplasty. Unless I'm missing something any treatment more extensive than what I just discussed would not be indicated.
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January 22, 2015
Answer: Facial surgeries not indicated in your particular situation. There's not enough information in the photographs talk about very specific recommendations. The deformation of the upper lip could be treated with Botox. There may be a prominent nasal spine which is occasionally dealt with in a rhinoplasty. Unless I'm missing something any treatment more extensive than what I just discussed would not be indicated.
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Answer: Nose Surgery; Mid-face Reduction, Lift and Enhancements Dear heyyyo:Thanks for sharing your photos!The mid-face is considered that trianglular area of the cheeks from: the eye-lid / cheek crease above, to the naso-labial and lateral nose centrally, and the corner of the lips to the high point on the mid-cheek.Lifting the mid-face is performed through different ways and requires significant skill by your surgeon. The nasal spine is not part of this feature. It is hidden under the columella or fleshy division of one nostril with the other. Removing the nasal spine may further lengthen your upper lip and possibly create a droopy nasal tip. These photos do not provide enough visualization of the length of your nose.Based on these photos, these are not procedures I would necessarily recommend. You may be best off with proper skin healthcare and fillers. Please, consult several well experienced and Board Certified Plastic Surgeons or Facial ENT's to identify what is best for you.All the best!
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Answer: Nose Surgery; Mid-face Reduction, Lift and Enhancements Dear heyyyo:Thanks for sharing your photos!The mid-face is considered that trianglular area of the cheeks from: the eye-lid / cheek crease above, to the naso-labial and lateral nose centrally, and the corner of the lips to the high point on the mid-cheek.Lifting the mid-face is performed through different ways and requires significant skill by your surgeon. The nasal spine is not part of this feature. It is hidden under the columella or fleshy division of one nostril with the other. Removing the nasal spine may further lengthen your upper lip and possibly create a droopy nasal tip. These photos do not provide enough visualization of the length of your nose.Based on these photos, these are not procedures I would necessarily recommend. You may be best off with proper skin healthcare and fillers. Please, consult several well experienced and Board Certified Plastic Surgeons or Facial ENT's to identify what is best for you.All the best!
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