Please help - what can I do to fix my side profile? (Photo)

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Hello, I’m a 41 yo female who has always felt like I have a strong nose (and no jawline definition, unfortunately this is genetic, my father’s side have this, regardless of their weight). I have been considering a rhinoplasty, but not exactly sure what to ask for, and not sure if there are other facial features which could also benefit from harmonisation. Thank you very much for your response.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

I agree that you have a strong, or over projected nasal profile appearance. I think your jaw line definition and chin projection are adequate. Goals of rhinoplasty surgery are to produce a less distracting nasal appearance. Depending on your examination, rhinoplasty surgery may be considered for repositioning your nasal tip and bridge closer to your face, so they appear less strong on profile. I hope this is helpful and I wish you well moving forward. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

Steven M. Denenberg, MD · Answer

You have a strong chin, which is great, and good jawline definition. I don't see what you would do with your jawline! Do not consider a chin implant, which would make your chin look huge, and do not consider a lip lift, for which you are not a candidate.
There are probably some changes you could consider for your nose: deproject the tip, which means moving the tip of the nose back closer to your face, so it doesn't project out forward as much; elevate the tip a little bit, because when you de-project the tip, it makes the nose *look* a bit longer, so we elevate the tip to offset that affect; lower the little bump on the bridge of the nose; maybe narrow the tip a bit, too, although it's hard to tell the width of your tip from that frontal view, and profile views don't show the width of a tip.
How *much* to elevate the tip, or deproject the nose, or make other changes? We figure that out with morphs, well before surgery. I'd love for you to see some excellent professionally-designed morphs of what could possibly be done with your nose. Morphs could also help you identify better just what's bothering you, and help you set a goal for the rhinoplasty that's accurate for your tastes. Profile and three-quarter views would be particularly important in morphing your nose. (Side note: in my opinion, morphs should really be done by the surgeon, or he should direct an assistant as she makes the morphs. Morphs should be made with a constant eye to what actually *can* be done in surgery, for that particular nose, and the surgeon has that information and judgment best.)

Finally, remember that rhinoplasty is an exquisitely difficult operation to get right, and you should only have surgery if you are able to make yourself very confident in your surgeon's skills. The changes that your nose needs require advanced techniques, and skill that most plastic surgeons don't possess with expertise. It's much better to not have surgery than to have inexpertly-performed surgery.

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question.
As far as I can see from your photos you are suitable for rhinoplasty and chin implant, a nose that will look much more harmonious and elegant to your face can be obtained with a combined operation.
It would be better face to face consultation.
Best Regards!

Tanveer Janjua, MD · Answer

You have a great nose with good profile and proper projection and width. However, the tip is bulbous (round) and large. A conservative Closed Tip-plasty will work well for you. It will refine the tip and to the beauty of the nose. 
Tip-plasty is a great procedure to address a bulbous tip only and leave the rest of the nose alone. It can be accomplished through an open or closed approach. The goal is to refine the tip and make it smaller and smoother. 
In tips with strong cartilages but thin skin, all that is needed is removing some of the cartilage and softening the rest by gently crushing it (morselizing). 
In tips with thick skin and lot of soft tissue or fat, the excess fat and soft tissue is removed along with removing some of the cartilage.
Click on the video link below.
Regards
Dr. J

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

You would benefit from a rhinoplasty.  You have slight irregular contours of your nose.  However, your nasal-lip angle is excellent.  You have a round tip that can be refined.  You would also benefit from a lip lift.  A lip lift does 4 things: shortens the distance between your nose and upper lip, increases the mucosa of the upper lip, increases the incisor show and pulls up the corners.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

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