I hate my nose because the tip sticks upward. It's often called a "Cindy Lou Who" nose. I hate being photographed because of it and am extremely self conscious. I have been considering surgery but all of the before and after pictures I have seen are to fix a large bump in the bridge of the nose. Is there a way to fix the way my nose sticks up at the end or should I leave it alone? Thank you.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty for tip of nose that sticks upwards
The nasal bones do not bear weight like the arms or legs do so they can be 'left alone' after the operation and generally heal well. When they are fractured in surgery they are usually aligned and/or narrowed for aesthetic purposes. We know that they will eventually heal with a fibrous...
Thank you for your clinical post and photograph. From the photograph it does appear as there
is a slight overgrowth of the bony bridge of your nose, as well as a slightly
stronger projected nasal tip. As you are
still growing and the growth plates have not fused you can anticipate your...
Normally the cast remains in place for at least 1 week after working on the bones. Contacting your surgeon and discussing what had occurred is the best suggestion.