Hey! There is a visible difference between how my upper lateral cartilage connects to my lower lateral cartilage on either side at different angles. This could be because of a deviated septum, however I’m worried that if I get it fixed it’s going to not have definition and look “thick”, like my “left” side. Could rhinoplasty address this? I have thick skin and a bulbous nose so I’m worried that will complicate things. Any insight is appreciated.
February 22, 2025
Answer: Uneven upper lateral cartilages on a thick skin bulbous nose A closed rhinoplasty approach can accomplish your goals with all of the incisions placed on the inside of the nose. No external incisions are required, and no painful packing is required either. The bulbous nasal tip can be reduced by trimming back some of the lower lateral cartilages, also known as a cephalic trim. The dorsal hump can be shaved down, while still leaving it masculine. Your upper lateral cartilages will both require spreader graft placement to support them and prevent them from being concave. A thicker spreader graft will be required on the more concave side, and occasionally an onlay graft is also used. The wide nasal bones will also be narrowed with osteotomies. Rhinoplasty is the most difficult procedure to perform correctly in the entire field of cosmetic surgery, so make sure you find a rhinoplasty specialist for best results. Digital computer imaging would also help in the education process to see what your new nose would look like upon your facial features. Study your prospective surgeon's rhinoplasty photo gallery, which should be extensive with lots of natural results that you like.
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February 22, 2025
Answer: Uneven upper lateral cartilages on a thick skin bulbous nose A closed rhinoplasty approach can accomplish your goals with all of the incisions placed on the inside of the nose. No external incisions are required, and no painful packing is required either. The bulbous nasal tip can be reduced by trimming back some of the lower lateral cartilages, also known as a cephalic trim. The dorsal hump can be shaved down, while still leaving it masculine. Your upper lateral cartilages will both require spreader graft placement to support them and prevent them from being concave. A thicker spreader graft will be required on the more concave side, and occasionally an onlay graft is also used. The wide nasal bones will also be narrowed with osteotomies. Rhinoplasty is the most difficult procedure to perform correctly in the entire field of cosmetic surgery, so make sure you find a rhinoplasty specialist for best results. Digital computer imaging would also help in the education process to see what your new nose would look like upon your facial features. Study your prospective surgeon's rhinoplasty photo gallery, which should be extensive with lots of natural results that you like.
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