Can non-surgical fix a bulbous nose or bulb nose?

Question

I have a bulb tip on my tip of my nose i want it well structure and can non surgical refine a tip of my nose? i want it refined but m scare of surgical stuff.

Yannis Alexandrides, MD, FACS · Answer

An in-person consultation would be required to determine whether you would be a suitable candidate for a non-surgical nose job. It's possible that adding filler to the bridge of your nose will give a straighter appearance, thereby giving the illusion of a smaller and more refined tip. However, if you do not wish to augment the nose in any way, a Rhinoplasty would probably be required.

Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for your question.  Small irregularities and asymmetries in the nose can be improved with fillers and one can either use permanent or temporary fillers. Among the permanent fillers are FDA approved, Bellafill ® or fat transfer (which, of course, comes from your own body). Fillers will rarely improve nasal obstruction or make the nose smaller. For a life long result, a rhinoplasty is still generally the gold standard. For refining the tip of the nose, either a closed or open (my preferred method to get maximum control of symmetry) tip rhinoplasty can be performed which refines the bulbous area with minimal scarring.   An open technique allows better visualization and control of the paired cartilages which act in conjunction to define your tip shape and symmetry.  The ability to see both cartilages simultaneously and work on them together allows the surgeon ultimate control over both the shape and symmetry and beauty of the nose. Recommend an in person consult with a board certified plastic surgeon specializing in rhinoplasty to discuss your options.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

When somebody has a wide nasal tip appearance, we do not recommend non-surgical nose job treatments. It may be intuitive that injecting volume into a wide nasal tip may not lead to a narrower appearance. If you have severe dissatisfaction with the appearance of your nose, please consider Consulting with several reputable rhinoplasty specialists who are for computer Imaging so you can see what might be best for you moving forward. I hope this helps! Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Dear Potatoe head,Thank you for your question. Non-surgical rhinoplasty using fillers can help make the nose look more proportional and can help with asymmetries but it will not reduce the overall size of the nose or the nostrils. The best treatment for a bulbous nose is rhinoplasty. When you are ready, please look at before and after photos on my website and we can set up a complimentary in-person consultation to address your concerns and answer all of your questions.Best regards,Nima Shemirani

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist to go over your desired results. Facial fillers (voluma, restylane, juvederm) along with Botox can be used to improve the symmetry of the nose and lift the tip. However, it won't make the nose appear smaller. Surgery would be needed to improve nostrils or overall shape. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  Without a full series of photographs it is difficult to offer definite advice but some camouflaging of a bulbous nasal tip can be accomplished with the use of dermal fillers.  Larger tips are better treated with a reduction in the size of the nasal cartilages.  Hope this helps.

Jeffrey Watson, MD · Answer

In some cases, filler (non surgical rhinoplasty) can help refine a bulbous tip but pictures would be important here :) 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,
MD
Rhinoplasty
Specialist
Graduate, Harvard Medical School

Lisa Friederich, MBBS, FRACS · Answer

Non surgical rhinoplasties can augment and disguise, but they cannot reduce. Sometimes an apparent reduction can be achieved by altering the proportions or rotation and projection of the nose- unfortunately a bulbous tip is fundamentally wide and there is no way to really disguise it.  
 It would be great if you could upload some photographs for us to assess, as that would make our advice a little more specific. Having said that, a bulbous tip is just that.
My impression is that you would not get what you want with a non surgical option- I would advise you to see an experienced board certified surgeon for a consultation.

Dr Lisa

David A. Sieber, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for the great question! It's difficult to tell whether or not you are a good candidate without seeing photos or evaluating you in person. Typically fillers do not work very well for refinement of a bulbous tip. They are best used for concealing irregularities and improving the appearance of the dorsum. Find an experienced injector in your are for more information. Best of luck!~Dr. Sieber

Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) · Answer

No good way to correct a bulbous tip with non-surgical fillers; it will require a surgery to refine your nasal tip.

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