Is cartilage rhinoplasty suitable with a dorsal hump? Like for example, a patient doesn’t want to shave down the hump and instead make the nose bridge somehow “taller” with cartilage instead?
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Answer: Adding volume above a dorsal hump may be considered either surgically or nonsurgically.
Based on your singular photo, you have a pleasing nasal appearance. If we knew what was bothering you, it would be easier to answer your question. Thank you. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph
In my opinion, nasal tip derotation is a difficult undertaking, especially with a revision. I suspect that your upper bridge is a bit too low. I also suspect that if that were raised a bit, there would be less of an upturned appearance to your nasal tip. Since we always recommend Revision...
Your nostril asymmetry at the base view of your nose may indeed improve over the next six months. On your left side, there is a peculiar bulge that could be a piece of cartilage. I would wait the full 12 months so that the majority of your swelling is dissipated. If that is a source of concern,...
