I've always hated the puffy look of my nose. Can I get it reduced? (Photo)

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I am a 33 year old white male, I am 5'10 and weigh 155lbs. I have always hated the "puffy" look my nose has and would like to look into getting the size reduced. It's always messed with my confidence

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

We can see from your photo that the lower 1/3 of your nose is a bit wide on front view. If this is causing insecurity, you would benefit from Consulting with a reputable rhinoplasty specialist who offers computer Imaging so you could see what to expect after well performed surgery. Thank you so much for your question. Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question.
As far as I can see from your photos, your skin is thicker, so the healing time will take longer than normal skin, but it is possible to get a more harmonious nose to your face with a single rhinoplasty surgery.For get rid of this image I recommend you rhinoplasty surgery.
It would be better face to face consultation.
Best Regards!

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Your tip is ill-defined and round.  You will need a tip rhinoplasty.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Rhinoplasty is a frequently performed procedure for patients seeking to reduce nasal puffiness. Treatment often involves addressing multiple aspects, including cartilage and overall nasal structure, as well as the skin. Studies have demonstrated a significant increase in patients' confidence following rhinoplasty

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. With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic 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

Robert Singer, MD · Answer

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 examination 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 based on very limited 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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