How to Fix a Bent Nose? (photo)

It’s not unusual for patients who’ve suffered nasal trauma to develop significant deviation of their nasal pyramid.  When this situation arises, several anatomic components may contribute to this deformity.  These components may include distortion of the nasal bones and significant deviation of the nasal septum
            Correction of this problem requires reconstructive rhinoplasty and in most cases a septoplasty.  Septoplasty surgery not only straightens the septum for cosmetic reasons, but removes nasal airway obstruction as well.

            It’s important to realize that once the nasal septum is injured, it has a tendency to curve even after it’s been repaired and straightened.  Under these circumstances, it’s not unusual for patients to suffer recurrent deviation of the septum after surgical repair. 

            For these reasons, repair of this type of deformity requires consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon.  This surgeon should be able to formulate a treatment plan that addresses your anatomic findings and achieves your aesthetic goals. 

I'm sorry that you've had to endure bullying simply because of the shape of your nose. Based on your photos, I would recommend rhinoplasty to straighten and shorten your nose as well as to raise and refine the tip to be more in harmony with the rest of your face. Surgery that only straightens the bone may be less than satisfactory as the nasal bones and cartilage have “memory” and tend to return to their original shape over time. Noses are complicated structures that take a great deal of skill to alter well and permanently. You will need to find an expert. I hope this helps.

Based on your photos, your nasal appearance is a bit large and distracting. If you have significant dissatisfaction with the appearance of your nose, consider consulting with several rhinoplasty specialists so you could see if surgery might be right for you.Hope this helps.Dr Joseph