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What tools can I use & what dimensions should I measure to track nose size at home?

sweet_lavendarOct 2, 2022
Considering a primary rhinoplasty in the near future. While my eventual look will be the final measure of success, I would like to track/measure my nose size before and after. How can I measure my nose at home prior to the surgery. what tools can i use and what dimensions should I measure. ideally i want to measure nose and nostril width, projection, rotation , outwardness , nose bridge and tip

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Answered on Oct 10, 2022
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