How to make my nose more defined/feminine?

Question

What procedures and which parts of my nose do I need to ask a surgeon to modify in order to make my nose more feminine and defined like the pictures? Thank you

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Thank you for providing images along with your question. Based on your photos, you appear to have a dorsal hump –a common issue that rhinoplasty can fix. Specifically, rhinoplasty can help refine your nasal bridge and tip projection. I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with a reputable board-certified facial plastic surgeon, particularly one with a strong rhinoplasty portfolio. Rhinoplasty is one of the most complex surgical procedures, and such experts will have a deep understanding of the nasal structure and facial anatomy, as well as an aesthetic eye for producing natural-looking results. Your surgeon will assess your nose and facial profile, discuss with you your goals and expectations, explain the procedure, and ensure the best possible outcome.

Andrew Miller, MD · Answer

Based on your photos, you are a great candidate for rhinoplasty. The bump can be taken down and your tip lifted and projected like you have in some of the pictures. Be sure to see a rhinoplasty surgeon for consultation.

Donald B. Yoo, MD, FACS · Answer

The best way to determine what specific changes will look good on your face, and what changes are surgically possible, is to do your research to find the top rhinoplasty specialists and consult with several of them in person. During your consultation, your photos can be computer-morphed to show how the changes to your nose will affect your appearance. A rhinoplasty specialist will have the experience to determine whether the morphed images are surgically attainable. Good luck!

Alan Gonzalez, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello @Luminous786607 thank you for your question and showing your pictures. One of the most in the face is the nose, so I suggest a rhinoplasty to modify the nose shape to a more defined. The goals of a nose surgery are individualized according to the characteristics of each patient. When reshaping the nasal structures, several changes can be made, among which the following stand out: Straightening the nose, correcting bumps on the bridge of the nose, reducing the length of the facial tip, reducing the size of the nose and correcting breathing problems. I suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon if you are considering a surgery. That way you will have more information and recommendations. Best wishes!

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Your photos appear to show that you may have thin nasal skin with narrowing of your mid bridge and a bulbous, droopy tip. You may have a long nasal appearance and a profile hump. The good news is that your issues may be addressed with rhinoplasty. Please consult with several reputable rhinoplasty specialists who use computer imaging so you could see what might be best for you moving forward. Hope this helps! 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. Most plastic surgeons like to perform lip lift procedures at a separate time. Best wishes to you.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

You're a good candidate  for rhinoplasty open or closed. The thing that will be most important is the plastic surgeon you choose. So it's not a bad idea to get about three consults to compare.

Robert Ciardullo, MD · Answer

What can a rhinoplasty do with your nose? Based on the pictures you present of yourself and the models, it appears that the most significant change from a rhinoplasty would be removal of your dorsal hump. This is a standard part of most rhinoplasties. along with removal of the dorsal hump there is usually a refinement of the nasal tip and the width of the nose.

Barry M. Weintraub, MD, FACS · Answer

In truth, you do not have to know anything about anatomy or plastic-surgical procedures to communicate your wishes:  you can do what you have already done, which is to show your “wish” pictures to the surgeon during your consultation. In my many years of experience as a board certified plastic surgeon, I have found that communicating through photos is an excellent way to understand what patients desire. Of course, the nose is not made of clay and can’t just be modeled to exactly replicate another persons’ (depending on your anatomy), but understanding patients’ aesthetics based on their “wish” photos is always extremely helpful. But, in the spirit of helping to educate you and others, the techniques would be to file down your nasal bones into a straight line or very subtle slope, and the septal cartilage would be trimmed in line with the newly filed bones, then the tip cartilage would be trimmed and sewn to create more tip definition. I recommend consulting in person with a board certified plastic surgeon with decades of experience in rhinoplasty surgery.

Raffi Der Sarkissian, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello. Lowering your dorsum (bridge) of your nose, de projecting your tip (dropping it closer to your face) and cephalon rotation (rotating the tip up so it doesn’t droop) would give you the best result. Depending on how much the bridge is lowered, it is likely you would need to have the nasal bones brought in (osteotomies) which would help make the upper and middle third of the nose somewhat narrower and more feminine in appearance. Good luck!!