I have a slightly deviated septum and my nose tip drops down to the left side. Is this correctable? (Photo)

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Hello About 10 years ago I had an accident and hit the right ride of my nose. This left me with a slightly deviated septum now the bone on my right side is more pronounced. The tip of my nose drops down to the left side which also really bothers me. I would like to restore the symmetry to my face. Could this be corrected easily? Thanks!

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Based on your photos, you appear to have a wide nasal appearance and a droopy tip. On your oblique view, your nose appears to stick out a bit far as well. If you are looking to achieve a less distracting nasal appearance, kindly visit with several reputable rhinoplasty specialist who offer computer Imaging so you could see what to expect after surgery. I hope this helps and thank you for your question. Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Paul E. Chasan, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. You are an excellent candidate for rhinoplasty. I think it is one of the most beautifying surgeries that we do as plastic surgeons.  A large portion of my practice is dedicated to rhinoplasty surgery. It is important to only see plastic surgeons with extensive experience in rhinoplasty, ie perform at least 6 per month and have performed hundreds of cases. Also, critically evaluate on-line galleries to see if their art form resonates with yours. Rhinoplasty is definitely a grey haired plastic surgeon's sport. You should be able to have an excellent result. Best wishes to you

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

All of your concerns are correctable. Overall you need a standard rhinoplasty and your nose needs to be made smaller

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

All people have facial asymmetry. Looking at your pictures your face is not particularly a symmetrical. I don’t see the need for surgical intervention regarding facial asymmetry or crookedness of your nose. I think your degree of symmetry is very much within one standard deviation or very normal.
All people have facial symmetry. The entire human body is highly asymmetrical. During embryological development, the two sides of the face form independently from each other, and eventually fuse in the midline. Even great classical artists have throughout time incorporated, facial symmetry into world, renowned classical works of art throughout the ages. The human brain is accustomed to seeing faces as being a symmetrical, since no one has a symmetrical face. If you see computer generated symmetrical faces, they have an odd unfamiliar appearance that most people find less attractive than the normal, balanced asymmetrical face of average people. 
Symmetry is not, and should not be an aesthetic goal because the human face is never symmetrical. Facial balance is the hallmark of facial aesthetics.
I personally don’t see any need for intervention, but you can always consult with plastic surgeons who can very easily come up with good reasons why you should have surgery.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

I have a slightly deviated septum and my nose tip drops down to the left side. Is this correctable? (Photo)

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