Would a non-surgical nose job make my nose look smaller? (Photos)

Deciding whether you are or are not a candidate for a
non-surgical nose job really depends on your goals. The best candidates for a
non-surgical nose job are typically the following types of patients: 1) Those
who want the bridge of their nose raised or who want a hump hidden to achieve a
more feminine profile 2) Patients with a nose that deviates to one side or the
other. Filler can help make it look more straight 3) Patients with features in
the tip that appear too harsh or pointy and need softening. Fillers can help
create a much smoother and balanced appearance. What non-surgical nose jobs
can't do are help patients narrow their nose, make it project (stick out) less,
or help with breathing. For these issues a surgical rhinoplasty is required.
It is very
important to know that a non-surgical rhinoplasty is a VERY advanced and
technically challenging procedure to do safely. Too much filler in any given
area can cause issues with blood supply to the skin on the nose so it is
essential that you have a physician who is comfortable in rhinoplasty perform
the procedure. There must be an utmost respect for the anatomy and blood supply
of the nose. In experienced hands it can be done safely and beautifully with
results that enhance the appearance of the nose and really help patients feel
more confident.
Depending on the
filler used, the results typically last between 1 and 2 years. The procedure is
performed after topical numbing creme is applied and should be performed in a
meticulous fashion. This means that the procedure typically takes about 45
minutes.
I hope that helps!
Jeffrey Watson, MDRhinoplasty SpecialistGraduate, Harvard Medical School

In a “liquid”, or “non-surgical” rhinoplasty, a combination of
Botox and facial fillers are injected to achieve the desired result without a
scalpel. In the right candidate, a Liquid Rhinoplasty can even out
irregularities along the bridge of the nose, make the nose appear straighter, raise
the nasal bridge, or camouflage a dorsal hump on the profile view. Although
you are technically adding volume with filler, the end result is often a nose
that appears smaller and more refined. The idea is to change the way light hits
your nose, creating a kind of semi-permanent contour makeup on your nose. During
a liquid procedure, ice is used to numb the skin, and small needles are used to
inject filler and/or Botox. Not all nose concerns are amenable to liquid, non-surgical,
rhinoplasty, but if you’re among the lucky (or unlucky, depending upon how you
look at it), you can skip the pain and recovery of surgery. Results are
dramatic and instant. I suggest seeking out a board certified injector with experience doing non-surgical rhinoplasties, as there is definitely a learning curve. Good luck!