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Can the lateral sides of the nasal bone be shaved down? By how many millimetres is possible?

fillerman10
Hello, I'm eager to have a bulbous tip rhinoplasty. I do also have a slightly wide and flat dorsum, and I think both parts of the nose should be treated for a harmonious appearance. However, I don't want an osteotomy as I only want a small amount of dorsum narrowing. I'm aware the nasal bone is thin, and shaving it too much results in an open roof deformity which needs an osteotomy to resolve. However I've read from a doctor answer on realself that lateral rasping IS still done Thank You

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