I'm wondering whether I have a regular hump or a saddle nose deformity. I am in need of a septorhinoplasty and nasal valve collapse correction for breathing issues.
Answer: No trace of a “saddle nose!” Based on your photos, you appear to have thin nasal skin which is more prone to showing irregularities after rhinoplasty. You also have a crooked nasal base, and an overprojected nasal profile appearance. Goals of surgery may be a straighter nasal appearance that doesn’t stick out as far as it does.
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Answer: No trace of a “saddle nose!” Based on your photos, you appear to have thin nasal skin which is more prone to showing irregularities after rhinoplasty. You also have a crooked nasal base, and an overprojected nasal profile appearance. Goals of surgery may be a straighter nasal appearance that doesn’t stick out as far as it does.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty Hi @KirstenR! Based on your photos, it appears that you have a dorsal hump. I recommend seeing an expert rhinoplasty specialist for in person examination. There are several options for you that can be determined after examination. A rhinoplasty in my opinion is one of the most difficult procedures to perform. I utilize piezosurgery in my practice. Piezosurgery is a more gentle technique that allows for greater precision. Less bruising and swelling is common with Piezosurgery. In a typical rhinoplasty, a hammer and chisel technique is performed leading to more inadvertent fractures. Best of luck to you, Dr. Nima!
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Answer: Rhinoplasty Hi @KirstenR! Based on your photos, it appears that you have a dorsal hump. I recommend seeing an expert rhinoplasty specialist for in person examination. There are several options for you that can be determined after examination. A rhinoplasty in my opinion is one of the most difficult procedures to perform. I utilize piezosurgery in my practice. Piezosurgery is a more gentle technique that allows for greater precision. Less bruising and swelling is common with Piezosurgery. In a typical rhinoplasty, a hammer and chisel technique is performed leading to more inadvertent fractures. Best of luck to you, Dr. Nima!
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March 21, 2023
Answer: Rhinoplasty surgery Hello Kirsten! Greetings from Istanbul.Thank you for your question. I have evaluated your case and from the photos it looks like you have saddle nose deformity but of course I can't say anything for sure before a complete consultation. I highly recommend you a Septorhinoplasty surgery. It will help first correcting your breathing issue and then aesthetically it will give a better shape.
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March 21, 2023
Answer: Rhinoplasty surgery Hello Kirsten! Greetings from Istanbul.Thank you for your question. I have evaluated your case and from the photos it looks like you have saddle nose deformity but of course I can't say anything for sure before a complete consultation. I highly recommend you a Septorhinoplasty surgery. It will help first correcting your breathing issue and then aesthetically it will give a better shape.
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March 7, 2023
Answer: Things you should know about rhinoplasty and septoplasty Thank you for your question and photos. Your septorhinoplasty procedure to correct a nasal valve collapse can be combined with rhinoplasty to improve the appearance of your nose. The valve collapse may be the root cause of your nasal bridge indention and can be treated with this combination of procedures to create a smooth, feminine-looking result.
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March 7, 2023
Answer: Things you should know about rhinoplasty and septoplasty Thank you for your question and photos. Your septorhinoplasty procedure to correct a nasal valve collapse can be combined with rhinoplasty to improve the appearance of your nose. The valve collapse may be the root cause of your nasal bridge indention and can be treated with this combination of procedures to create a smooth, feminine-looking result.
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February 28, 2023
Answer: That doesn't look like a saddle to me. More ... Yes, you have a hump on the bridge. And there is indeed that dent between the bump and the tip. But your tip is very strong in its forward projection away from your face. If the tip were brought back closer to your face, that dent would no longer look saddle-y. In fact, ideally, your tip might be brought back closer to the face enough that some more might be carved off the area of the dent, in addition to lowering the bump. I hope I explained those mechanics well enough. The three-quarter view also shows the bump, but also the projection, and the width of the tip, and the top-to-bottom length of your nose.
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February 28, 2023
Answer: That doesn't look like a saddle to me. More ... Yes, you have a hump on the bridge. And there is indeed that dent between the bump and the tip. But your tip is very strong in its forward projection away from your face. If the tip were brought back closer to your face, that dent would no longer look saddle-y. In fact, ideally, your tip might be brought back closer to the face enough that some more might be carved off the area of the dent, in addition to lowering the bump. I hope I explained those mechanics well enough. The three-quarter view also shows the bump, but also the projection, and the width of the tip, and the top-to-bottom length of your nose.
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