Would an ethnic rhinoplasty help me achieve my desired results? (photos)

Rhinoplasty with alar base reduction would be the way to achieve a slimmer version of your nose. Depending on your skin thickness and the degree of change you are seeking it may be necessary to harvest additional grafts like rib cartilage.

Thanks Taylee22 for your question! For you, ethnic rhinoplasty is most likely the best course of action.
Rhinoplasty in individuals of African descent often involves unique considerations due to the common nasal characteristics, which can include:
Lower Nasal Bridge: A flatter or lower nasal bridge is a common feature of people of African origin.
Wider Nostrils and Nasal Base: The nostrils and the base of the nose are frequently more pronounced or broader or have excessive width and flaring.
Thicker Skin: Thicker skin might affect the final result and the healing process, and it can occasionally make it more difficult to create precise definition. Thick skin has additional weight which can not be supported by weak cartilages.
Weaker Cartilage: The nose's cartilage may be weaker or thinner, necessitating the use of certain shaping and support procedures.
Preserving Ethnic Identity: A crucial aspect of ethnic rhinoplasty for Black patients is to achieve aesthetic improvements that harmonize with their other facial features while fully respecting and preserving their ethnic identity. The goal is enhancement, not to create a nose that doesn't suit your natural beauty or heritage.
Based on your desire for a smaller nose with a focus on the nasal bridge and nostrils, an ethnic rhinoplasty could potentially help you achieve your goals through:
Nasal Bridge Reduction: This involves carefully reshaping the bone and cartilage of your nasal bridge to create a narrower and potentially lower profile from the front view, while aiming to maintain the appearance you like from the side.
Nostril Reduction (Alarplasty) or alar base reduction: This procedure focuses on reducing the size and potentially the flare of your nostrils to create a more balanced proportion with the rest of your nose and face.
It's important to understand that even with these specific requests, a skilled surgeon will assess your entire nasal structure and its relationship with your other facial features to ensure the final result is natural and aesthetically pleasing. They will consider factors like your skin thickness, the underlying cartilage structure, and your overall facial harmony.
Therefore, when you consult with a Board certified Facial Plastic Surgeon, it's essential to find someone with significant experience in performing rhinoplasty on Black patients.
They will understand these nuances and will be able to tailor the surgical plan to address your specific desires for a smaller nasal bridge and reduced nostrils while ensuring the results complement your overall facial structure and ethnic background.
Hope this was helpful!
Best wishes,
Dr Ali Sajjadian

My advise to you is to go to a surgeon that has experience with ethnic rhinos. Contrary to what you might believe your nasal bridge actually needs augmentation. The width that you see in repose is due to the lack of forward projection on the bridge of the nose. Nostrils are the toughest thing to manage in the ethnic nose, and nostril reduction has 10 different pathways to achieve a nice almond shaped. What many surgeons lack to control in the nostril reshaping is the position of the lower lateral cartilage and the management of the internal and external valves of the nose. Please - godspeed in your plans and I hope you have a wonderful procedure.