Why do I have a hump on ONLY one side of my nose? What causes it? If there's a hump shouldn't it be seen from both sides?(photo)

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My nose look straight from left, but there's a quite noticable hump when you look from the right. I don't understand isn't the hump supposed to be seen from both sides? It's also not visible from direct side profiles, I mean the hump can only be seen from three quarter angle from right. What can cause that? Is it possible that this hump (or whatever it is), is not located on the bridge of my nose but located on the lateral part of my nasal bone? If so, what kind of procedure will I have?

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. It is very normal to have asymmetry exactly as you describe.  This is can be fixed with rhinoplasty.  The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with.  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

Thomas Trevisani, MD · Answer

You have the makings for an elegant nose. However, it's difficult to evaluate with the limited photos you have provided. In the right hands you should be able to achieve your best look.

Roy A. David, MD · Answer

Occasionally, the "hump" is really a sharp drop off between the upper and middle vaults of the nose- you are seeing the boney edge where the nose transitions to cartilage. This will usually be more visible in the "three quarters" view than in a strict side view. This can be corrected with osteotomies and or spreader grafts at the time of rhinoplasty.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

In many instances, the dorsal hump is asymmetric and higher on one side than the other. The dorsal hump is usually composed of both bone and cartilage and a must be shaved down more on the high side than on the lower side to make  the dorsum even. Osteotomies of the nasal bones are usually required after the hump removal due to the fact that there is an open roof created from the hump removal itself. For many examples and more information, please see the link and the video below

Jay Calvert, MD, FACS · Answer

This is because the nose is deviated and the face is asymmetric.  Many patients say - I like this side, but I hate the other side.  This is because the nose can make a hump shape on one side versus the other when the nose is crooked.

Why do I have a hump on ONLY one side of my nose? What causes it? If there's a hump shouldn't it be seen from both sides?(photo)

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Answer: Rhinoplasty for a symmetrical dorsal hump removal

Answer: Rhinoplasty for a symmetrical dorsal hump removal

Answer: One sided hump

Answer: One sided hump

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Why do I have a hump on ONLY one side of my nose? What causes it? If there's a hump shouldn't it be seen from both sides?(photo)

Answers (5)

Answer: Rhinoplasty for a symmetrical dorsal hump removal

Answer: Rhinoplasty for a symmetrical dorsal hump removal

Answer: One sided hump

Answer: One sided hump

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