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Hello snmsnm - Thanks for your question. Yes it is possible to enlarge nostrils. However, it is only possible by adding tissue to the nostril in the form of grafts. This is done commonly in reconstructive surgery, but does leave scars that may not be as ideal as one would like. I recommend that you consult with a rhinoplasty specialist in your area for more information. Good luck, Dr. Shah
The problem with enlarging a nostril is that this requires adding tissue to the nostril in the form of a graft or a flap. This tends to create unsightly scarring and contour problems with the operated skin. This is possible and is performed frequently during reconstructive surgery but I do not recommend this in most cases for purely aesthetic concerns as the end result is usually not favorable. Best.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon
Sure nostrils can be made larger. It's not done often but it is done. However the indications for this are few and particular. Usually the narrowing is to such a degree as to cause breathing issues. The causes are mostly trauma related. Like scarring and contracture from a tube down the nose for a long time (think patient in hospital for weeks), or damage from inhaling recreational durgs (I've seen this once). A small piece of ear is use to make a "wedge" to open up the nostril. This is reconstructive surgery as the scars are noticeable and the beautiful curvature of the nostril rim can't be duplicated. It's not done (to my knowledge) for aesthetic reasons.
Making the nostrils bigger requires a composite graft of cartilage and skin from the ear. This procedure is usually performed to correct a previous reduction that was too aggressive. There will likely be visible scars after it heals. Patients with thicker skin may have more noticeable scars. I recommend seeing a revision rhinoplasty surgeon regarding this procedure.
I would suggest that you discuss your particular post-operative care with your surgeon. Each rhinoplasty surgeon has particular preferences about what type of care that they want their patients to undergo after surgery. They will be able to better tell you about expectations and management.
Modifying the shape of the nasal tip is an integral part of Rhinoplasty and the experienced Rhinoplasty Surgeon should be able to reduce the size of the nasal tip in a reliable and natural fashion. Make sure you select a physician who has done hundreds of these procedures .
From the limited views and description is hard to give you a definite answer, but the bump could be residual cartilage, or bone, as well as just skin swelling.You do have appear to have a polly-beak deformity, without touching your nose it is hard to determine of this is just swelling that will...
