Can you change the position/shape of nostrils with rhinoplasty?

There are several methods to alter position and shape.Find a board certified plastic surgeon who performs hundreds
of rhinoplasties and rhinoplasty revisions each year. Then look at the
plastic surgeon's website before and after photo galleries to get a
sense of who can deliver the results. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Nostril shape and positioning of the nostrils can be modified with an artistically performed rhinoplasty.Keep in mind that following advice from a surgeon on this or
any other website who proposes to tell you what to do without photos and without examining you, physically feeling your 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 surgery. If it concerns
you I would suggest that you find a surgeon certified by the American Board of American Plastic Surgery and one who is 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, M.D., FACS

La
Jolla, California

Nostril shape and their positioning can be modified during rhinoplasty.  This is done from an incision in base of nostrils.