Curved beak part is flexible and feels like overgrown cartilage to me.Is it possible to get tip lifted,made smaller and more refined with bridge straight.And,with an open rhinoplasty with some grafting,what are the odds for a good outcome with no return of the pollybeak?
Answer: These are changes that should be possible. See the morph I made from your photo. Click on the "Learn more" link, just below my response, or go here: FacialSurgery.com/RealSelf/RealSelf_andrew1011.html I made a computer morph of your nose, and an animation of the morph, to show the changes that are possible for your nose in truly expert hands.I elevated the tip and reduced the height of the bridge, lowering the "pollybeak."Have you had surgery before? Usually, we use the term "pollybeak" to describe a complication from previous surgery. Many people, however, have a natural prominence in the lower part of the bridge, above the tip, where yours is. You should understand that the changes I demonstrated in the morph require advanced techniques, techniques that most plastic surgeons cannot handle. Be sure to read the section in the "Learn more" link on how to stay out of trouble while searching for a rhinoplasty surgeon, and how to tell whether your previous surgeon should be performing your revision. You should only have surgery if you are able to make yourself very confident in your surgeon's skills. Read that page very carefully. Most plastic surgeons are quite poor at this operation, and I believe my advice will go a long way toward keeping you safe. I'd love to hear what you think of the morph. Did it seem to address your main concerns? Your nose is also a good example of why computer imaging is mandatory in rhinoplasty. You need to know exactly what the surgeon is planning to accomplish -- what features he thinks he can change, and by how much he thinks he can change them. When you see his goals, you'll know whether he has an eye for an attractive nose, and whether he shares your opinion of what constitutes an attractive nose. You'll also know whether the changes he proposes are enough to be meaningful to you, and whether he understands your wishes enough to address all of your priorities. But remember, you're not hiring him for his skills with the computer. The doctor must then show you his before and after photos to prove that he can actually accomplish what he draws on the computer. In your case in particular, you need to find a surgeon who understands all of the issues I mentioned, and how they fit together, and who can actually accomplish them in surgery.
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Answer: These are changes that should be possible. See the morph I made from your photo. Click on the "Learn more" link, just below my response, or go here: FacialSurgery.com/RealSelf/RealSelf_andrew1011.html I made a computer morph of your nose, and an animation of the morph, to show the changes that are possible for your nose in truly expert hands.I elevated the tip and reduced the height of the bridge, lowering the "pollybeak."Have you had surgery before? Usually, we use the term "pollybeak" to describe a complication from previous surgery. Many people, however, have a natural prominence in the lower part of the bridge, above the tip, where yours is. You should understand that the changes I demonstrated in the morph require advanced techniques, techniques that most plastic surgeons cannot handle. Be sure to read the section in the "Learn more" link on how to stay out of trouble while searching for a rhinoplasty surgeon, and how to tell whether your previous surgeon should be performing your revision. You should only have surgery if you are able to make yourself very confident in your surgeon's skills. Read that page very carefully. Most plastic surgeons are quite poor at this operation, and I believe my advice will go a long way toward keeping you safe. I'd love to hear what you think of the morph. Did it seem to address your main concerns? Your nose is also a good example of why computer imaging is mandatory in rhinoplasty. You need to know exactly what the surgeon is planning to accomplish -- what features he thinks he can change, and by how much he thinks he can change them. When you see his goals, you'll know whether he has an eye for an attractive nose, and whether he shares your opinion of what constitutes an attractive nose. You'll also know whether the changes he proposes are enough to be meaningful to you, and whether he understands your wishes enough to address all of your priorities. But remember, you're not hiring him for his skills with the computer. The doctor must then show you his before and after photos to prove that he can actually accomplish what he draws on the computer. In your case in particular, you need to find a surgeon who understands all of the issues I mentioned, and how they fit together, and who can actually accomplish them in surgery.
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Answer: Correction of a poly beak deformity It is possible to correct the polybeak and improve the appearance of your nose with or without grafting. That depends upon how much height is needed to your tip complex whether a graft is needed or not. A graft can add support or elevate the tip of the nose depending upon its placement which may or may not be necessary. If the polybeak is the result of previous surgery, then less surgery may be required. Poly beaks in general are caused by an overly high septal cartilage, heavy weighted skin with tip ptosis or drooping tip and sometimes scar tissue in heavy or thick skin. These are the factors that can contribute to the success of the procedure. I would see a rhinoplasty expert in your area.
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Answer: Correction of a poly beak deformity It is possible to correct the polybeak and improve the appearance of your nose with or without grafting. That depends upon how much height is needed to your tip complex whether a graft is needed or not. A graft can add support or elevate the tip of the nose depending upon its placement which may or may not be necessary. If the polybeak is the result of previous surgery, then less surgery may be required. Poly beaks in general are caused by an overly high septal cartilage, heavy weighted skin with tip ptosis or drooping tip and sometimes scar tissue in heavy or thick skin. These are the factors that can contribute to the success of the procedure. I would see a rhinoplasty expert in your area.
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November 6, 2017
Answer: Polly beak nose It's not unusual to have what you have, and it's not unrealistic to be considering rhinoplasty surgery, as this is the only solution in my experience for this condition. Be sure to discuss your goals and concerns with your board certified plastic surgeon and consider the pros and the cons. Be certain your surgeon is properly certified. I've attached a link where you can start your search.
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November 6, 2017
Answer: Polly beak nose It's not unusual to have what you have, and it's not unrealistic to be considering rhinoplasty surgery, as this is the only solution in my experience for this condition. Be sure to discuss your goals and concerns with your board certified plastic surgeon and consider the pros and the cons. Be certain your surgeon is properly certified. I've attached a link where you can start your search.
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November 6, 2017
Answer: There are a number of ways to treat a pollybeak deformity of the nose First, you didn't state if you had surgery before. Polly beak deformities come from a number of causes. For primary rhinoplasty it's most commonly from either too high cartilage in the top of the septum above the tip and/or a weak nasal tip. Revision surgery adds the presence of scar tissue and over reduction of the bony part of the nose. Either way, they can be fixed. A single photo will not suffice to give specific recommendations but a number of the procedures you mentioned could help. In skilled hands, a good outcome is very achievable.
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November 6, 2017
Answer: There are a number of ways to treat a pollybeak deformity of the nose First, you didn't state if you had surgery before. Polly beak deformities come from a number of causes. For primary rhinoplasty it's most commonly from either too high cartilage in the top of the septum above the tip and/or a weak nasal tip. Revision surgery adds the presence of scar tissue and over reduction of the bony part of the nose. Either way, they can be fixed. A single photo will not suffice to give specific recommendations but a number of the procedures you mentioned could help. In skilled hands, a good outcome is very achievable.
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November 6, 2017
Answer: Polly beak A rhinoplasty will correct this by removing some of the dorsal septum and bone that makes up your dorsal profile. In addition, I would recommend reducing some of the tip projection as well.
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November 6, 2017
Answer: Polly beak A rhinoplasty will correct this by removing some of the dorsal septum and bone that makes up your dorsal profile. In addition, I would recommend reducing some of the tip projection as well.
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November 6, 2017
Answer: Is it realistic to believe there's hope for getting rid of this massive polly beak of mine? Every nose is different and unique to that individual. If the appearance of your nose concerns you enough to do something about it, it can be improved with a natural artistically performed rhinoplasty. What would be the best option and exact procedure would depend on an in person examination (not just an online consultation) and discussion about desired outcome. Excellent results can be achieved with either a closed or open technique. Keep in mind that following advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you exactly what to do and how technically to do it based on two dimensional photos without examining you, physically feeling your tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history and discussing the pros and cons of the operative procedure would not be in your best interest. Natural appearing results need to be individualized and what is appropriate for one patient is not necessarily the best for someone else. I would suggest that you find a surgeon with extensive rhinoplasty experience certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and one who is ideally a member of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. Robert Singer, M.D., FACS La Jolla, California
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November 6, 2017
Answer: Is it realistic to believe there's hope for getting rid of this massive polly beak of mine? Every nose is different and unique to that individual. If the appearance of your nose concerns you enough to do something about it, it can be improved with a natural artistically performed rhinoplasty. What would be the best option and exact procedure would depend on an in person examination (not just an online consultation) and discussion about desired outcome. Excellent results can be achieved with either a closed or open technique. Keep in mind that following advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you exactly what to do and how technically to do it based on two dimensional photos without examining you, physically feeling your tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history and discussing the pros and cons of the operative procedure would not be in your best interest. Natural appearing results need to be individualized and what is appropriate for one patient is not necessarily the best for someone else. I would suggest that you find a surgeon with extensive rhinoplasty experience certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and one who is ideally a member of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. Robert Singer, M.D., FACS La Jolla, California
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