What do you think would be more fit for me, a rhinoplasty or to fix my chin? (Photos)

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There's something about my side profile that I don't like idk if it's my nose or my chin but what would you think would help me aesthetically? I was inquiring a nose job but now I'm thinking it's something else..

Donald Groves, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question and the pictures. Addressing the shape of your nose (especially the nasal tip) is actually one of the most common reasons people seek out and undergo a rhinoplasty. An open septorhinoplasty can best address both your aesthetic concerns and any functional issues with your nose. I would be able to adjust the size, shape, and definition of your nose (particularly the tip)! It also appears you have a "weak chin" relative to the rest of your facial features- the best way to properly address this is with a chin implant to improve the overall harmony of your facial features, especially from your side profile. It's actually pretty common to need both procedures instead of just the rhinoplasty!

This truly a surgery of millimeters- and whether you're looking for a minor adjustment or a major transformation, it requires exceptional surgical skill to achieve functional and natural-looking results! Because your nose is the DEFINING feature of your face- I would only recommend seeing a surgeon who specializes in rhinoplasty procedures, and who has significant training and experience performing these surgeries. I actually trained under one of the world leading rhinoplasty experts (who performs 1,000+ nosejobs annually). I also trained under a world-renowned master of complex facial aesthetics!

I recommend for you to setup a formal consultation with me (or another plastic surgeon who is extremely comfortable with both rhinoplasties and chin implants) to thoroughly discuss your surgical goals, undergo a formal examination, evaluate your options, and develop a personalized plan just for you. I hope this helps!

Dr. Donald Groves
Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon

Andrew Miller, MD · Answer

While your photos show you could have some benefit from both procedures, if you had to pick one, placing a chin implant will improve your side profile the most. Your side profile would line up better then. Rhinoplasty at the same time would also be beneficial to refine your tip. Be sure to see a facial specialist for consultation.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Since you do not state that you have severe dissatisfaction with the appearance of your nose, and since you have a pleasing nasal profile appearance, you also appear to have a somewhat retrususive chin appearance. Depending on your examination, chin implant surgery may lead to a more projected profile chin appearance and an improved aesthetic balance as well. I hope this is helpful! Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Chet Mays, MD · Answer

Thank you for your inquiry!  We would love to meet and discuss different options that would help you reach your goals.  Schedule a consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon.

David C. Yao, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello,

Thank you for reaching out to us about chin versus nose concerns. This is tricky to see in pictures alone. Chin alone may be appropriate here. We will be contacting you shortly and hope to meet all your cosmetic plastic surgery needs. Seeing you in-person is really the best way to know what options are available to you. Hope to see you here!

Sincerely,
Dr. Yao & the Team at Forma Plastic Surgery
(480) 657-2000

Guler Gamze Eren, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.My recommendation will be a tip-plasty to define a rotation on the tip of your nose and a chin implant to create a facial harmony. Best Luck!

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

From your side view, you definitely need a chin implant.  A rhinoplasty can provide minor improvement.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

I think you could benefit from either and they can both be done together.  The chin implant is less expensive, simple and can be done under local anesthesia

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photograph, you may benefit from a tip refining rhinoplasty. Your surgeon can accomplish this by trimming, suturing, and reshaping the cartilage in your lower nose. Cartilage grafts may also be used to help improve tip refinement. You could also undergo a chin implant safely at the same time. With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified rhinoplasty surgeon who can evaluate you in person.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

Based on these photos it appears that both nose and chin surgery should be considered. Chin augmentation with implant and a conservative rhinoplasty would be my suggestion. In person  or a teleconference consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with expertise in rhinoplasty and chin augmentation is recommended. Good luck.

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