Can I have my nose tip fixed without changing my bridge?

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I have no problems with the bridge of my nose. I don't feel like it's too wide and I have a decent profile, and there's no bump. I do have a bulbous tip and nostrils that are wide. Is there a surgery that only addresses the tip/cartilage/nostrils without changing the bridge? How much does this kind of operation usually cost? Is it more worth it to get a regular rhinoplasty, are there better results? Thanks.

Paul S. Nassif, MD · Answer

It is possible to have tip work only, but a full assessment of the nose would need to be performed to ensure you obtain the best possible result. I would recommend a consult with a board certified rhinoplasty specialist. He/she will evaluate your nose and determine what you may benefit from. Computer imaging software may be used to morph a photo of you. This will give you an idea of what to expect from the final result. Cost can vary depending on the complexity of the surgery and your geographic location. I hope this information helps, and I wish you the best of luck.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

What you are requesting is accomplished by a tip rhinoplasty. This is a fairly common operation worthy nasal bridge and with of the nose are satisfactory.

George Bitar, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  It is possible to perform a tip rhinoplasty if the width and bridge of the nose are normal.  This procedure is a regular rhinoplasty.  Consider looking at the cost section of the real self website for rhinoplasty costs in your area. Best wishes.

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

Rhinoplasty or tip plasty with alar excisions? This is a common question and i need to see photos to give a proper answer. Often when this is done the rest of the nose will look wider.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Rhinoplasty is really all about balance.   If your tip and alar base need to be reduced but your bridge is already narrow, there may not be a reason to alter the bridge at all.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Andrew Pichler, MD · Answer

There is no question that a tip rhinoplasty can be done by itself. But this can only be determined after a hands-on examination. It sounds like you may be a good candidate. Seek out an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon .

Roy A. David, MD · Answer

Dear peach, thank you for your question.Rhinoplasty is a popular procedure that can
dramatically change one's appearance. In
our San Diego practice we perform computer imaging to determine what may be
possible in your case. Actual before and after photos are a good way to
evaluate your surgeon.Good Luck!

Robert Singer, MD · Answer

The areas you are concerned about are
frequently improved with a tip rhinoplasty alone without altering the bridge. Whether you should have the procedure
is a personal decision only you can make after a full consultation. Additional information about the
procedure will help you decide if it is a procedure that you want to pursue or whether you would get a better result with a full rhinoplasty.

Following the advice from a surgeon on
this or any other website who proposes to tell you exactly what to do based on
limited 2 dimensional photos without examining you, physically feeling the
tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history, and
discussing the pros and cons of the operative procedure would not be in your
best interest. I would suggest you find a plastic surgeon with extensive nasal
surgery experience who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
(ASAPS) or a facial plastic surgeon that you trust and are comfortable with.
You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person.

Robert Singer, MD FACS

La Jolla, California

William Portuese, MD · Answer

A tip rhinoplasty procedure can be performed to narrow the bulbous tip. This involves suture techniques to the lower lateral cartilages and sometimes a conservative cartilage removal if the tip cartilages are excessively wide and thick. An alar plasty is performed to narrow wide nostrils. This involves a small incision at the base of the nostrils, excising a small portion of skin to  narrow the  nostrils. Both procedures can be performed at the same times without performing the any nasal bridge surgery, as long as the bridge line is balanced.

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Certainly you can have the tip refined without a formal rhinoplasty but a full examination with digitally enhanced photos would be the best way to determine what might give you the best resultDr Corbin

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