Can a rhinoplasty and a blepharoplasty be combined? (Photos)

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I am considering a rhinoplasty but have multiple concerns I’d want it to address: firstly, the hump on my nose, secondly the fact it bends to one side and lastly I feel I have quite a bulbous and square tip. Would a rhinoplasty be able to address all 3 issues, and result in a smaller, more feminine nose? I would also be interested in an upper Blepharoplasty to open up my eyes and reduce hooding - can these 2 procedures be combined?

Thomas Spalla, MD · Answer

Yes, rhinoplasty and blepharoplasty can be done at the same sitting. Most facial plastic surgeons perform both of these surgeries, and doing them at the same time makes sense as you'll only have one recovery period, and your costs will be lessened as well.

Rhinoplasty can achieve the aesthetic goals you noted in your question.
Discuss your desires in detail with your surgeon, follow their pre- and post-operative instructions, and never hestitate to ask questions.

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photographs, you are a great candidate for rhinoplasty. Maneuvers for your surgery would include dorsal hump reduction, tip refinement, nasal tip deprojection, tip elevation, among other maneuvers.  Upper eyelid blepharoplasty  can safely be performed at the same time.   With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified rhinoplasty surgeon who can evaluate you in person.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

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