Hi! Have been consulting surgeons who have experience with the Asian nose and have been getting a lot of different answers and solutions. I am primarily concerned with the width of the middle part of my nose (becomes really apparent when I smile) and the bulbous/wide tip. I am happy with my profile views, but am unhappy with my front view. I also do not want a perfect, westernized nose... rather, I want a smaller nose that is more suited for my shape and features. Any feedback is appreciated!
Answer: What Rhinoplasty treatment would you recommend for this wide Asian nose? Every nose is different and unique to that individual. If the appearance of your nose concerns you enough to do something about it, it can be improved with a natural artistically performed rhinoplasty. What would be the best option and exact procedure would depend on an in person examination (not just an online consultation) and discussion about desired outcome. Excellent results can be achieved with either a closed or open technique. Keep in mind that following advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you exactly what to do and how technically to do it based on two dimensional photos without examining you, physically feeling your tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history and discussing the pros and cons of the operative procedure would not be in your best interest. Natural appearing results need to be individualized and what is appropriate for one patient is not necessarily the best for someone else. I would suggest that you find a surgeon with extensive rhinoplasty experience certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and one who is ideally a member of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. Robert Singer, M.D., FACS La Jolla, California
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Answer: What Rhinoplasty treatment would you recommend for this wide Asian nose? Every nose is different and unique to that individual. If the appearance of your nose concerns you enough to do something about it, it can be improved with a natural artistically performed rhinoplasty. What would be the best option and exact procedure would depend on an in person examination (not just an online consultation) and discussion about desired outcome. Excellent results can be achieved with either a closed or open technique. Keep in mind that following advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you exactly what to do and how technically to do it based on two dimensional photos without examining you, physically feeling your tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history and discussing the pros and cons of the operative procedure would not be in your best interest. Natural appearing results need to be individualized and what is appropriate for one patient is not necessarily the best for someone else. I would suggest that you find a surgeon with extensive rhinoplasty experience certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and one who is ideally a member of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. Robert Singer, M.D., FACS La Jolla, California
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Answer: Asian Rhinoplasty While I don't think you need to see an "Asian rhinoplasty specialist" per se, there are some features common to the Asian nose including thicker skin and a wide base that ought to be taken into consideration. A narrowing of the upper nose with osteotomies, tip refinement through an open rhinoplasty, and a minimal dorsal shave to slightly improve the bump (not absolutely necessary) could be considered. You would need an in-person consultation. There are many of us who are experienced at rhinoplasty for a variety of ethnicities and with surgical simulation tools like Crisalix, we can actually model some potential outcomes of surgery preop. Happy to help!
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Answer: Asian Rhinoplasty While I don't think you need to see an "Asian rhinoplasty specialist" per se, there are some features common to the Asian nose including thicker skin and a wide base that ought to be taken into consideration. A narrowing of the upper nose with osteotomies, tip refinement through an open rhinoplasty, and a minimal dorsal shave to slightly improve the bump (not absolutely necessary) could be considered. You would need an in-person consultation. There are many of us who are experienced at rhinoplasty for a variety of ethnicities and with surgical simulation tools like Crisalix, we can actually model some potential outcomes of surgery preop. Happy to help!
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April 3, 2017
Answer: What Rhinoplasty treatment would you recommend for this wide Asian nose? A closed rhinoplasty approach can accomplish narrowing a wide nose with all incisions placed on the inside of the nose. No external incisions are required.The wide nose can be narrowed with osteotomies placed in the nasal bones to narrow the bridgeline, and an alar-plasty to narrow wide nostrils. The dorsal hump present on the three-quarter profile can also be shaved down. For more information and many before-and-after examples of rhinoplasty, please see the link and the video below
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April 3, 2017
Answer: What Rhinoplasty treatment would you recommend for this wide Asian nose? A closed rhinoplasty approach can accomplish narrowing a wide nose with all incisions placed on the inside of the nose. No external incisions are required.The wide nose can be narrowed with osteotomies placed in the nasal bones to narrow the bridgeline, and an alar-plasty to narrow wide nostrils. The dorsal hump present on the three-quarter profile can also be shaved down. For more information and many before-and-after examples of rhinoplasty, please see the link and the video below
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April 1, 2017
Answer: Asian rhinoplasty Thank you for your photos. The width of an asian nose and bulbous tip may be a component of both the underlying bony and cartilage framework as well as thicker skin. Your framework may be modified for a more refined look, however it is important to understand that thicker Asian skin will may not allow as slim or sharp of an appearance as you would like. It is best to have an in-office examination to determine what treatment you are a best candidate for. Hope this helps!!Johnson C. Lee, MD Plastic Surgery
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April 1, 2017
Answer: Asian rhinoplasty Thank you for your photos. The width of an asian nose and bulbous tip may be a component of both the underlying bony and cartilage framework as well as thicker skin. Your framework may be modified for a more refined look, however it is important to understand that thicker Asian skin will may not allow as slim or sharp of an appearance as you would like. It is best to have an in-office examination to determine what treatment you are a best candidate for. Hope this helps!!Johnson C. Lee, MD Plastic Surgery
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April 1, 2017
Answer: Rhinoplasty Thank you for the question and I would go on complimentary consultations with experts that use digital photography to show you what is possible and how it might be accomplished. That way after a examination you be fully informed how your desired result might be accomplished Dr Corbin
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April 1, 2017
Answer: Rhinoplasty Thank you for the question and I would go on complimentary consultations with experts that use digital photography to show you what is possible and how it might be accomplished. That way after a examination you be fully informed how your desired result might be accomplished Dr Corbin
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