Can I make my left side look like my right side with rhinoplasty? (Photos)

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I’ve always considered my left to be my good side due to the awkward bump on my right. I’ve been asked by a provider if I’ve had a nose job previously but, no just born this way. In a perfect outcome my right would look like my left and all around be more refined… what does something like that cost and can I achieve this only by surgery?

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Based on your photos, you appear to have thin nasal skin, which is why we are able to see your underlying nasal skeleton clearly. If you are concerned about the small bump along your right nasal sidewall, and the indentation that is below it, this can be imprroved upon with microdroplet Silikon-1000 injections to provide a straighter nasal appearance. I hope this helps! Dr Joseph

Donald Groves, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Addressing the shape of your nose (especially the nostrils and tip) is actually one of the most common reasons people seek out and undergo a rhinoplasty. An open septorhinoplasty can best address both your aesthetic concerns and any functional issues with your nose. I would be able to adjust the size, shape, and definition of your nose (including the nostrils and tip)!

This truly is a surgery of millimeters- and whether you're looking for a minor adjustment or a major transformation, it requires exceptional surgical skill to achieve functional and natural-looking results! Because your nose is the DEFINING feature of your face- I would only recommend seeing a surgeon who specializes in rhinoplasty procedures, and who has significant training and experience performing these surgeries. I actually trained under one of the world leading rhinoplasty experts (who performs 1,000+ nosejobs annually).

I recommend for you to setup a formal consultation with me (or another plastic surgeon who is extremely comfortable with rhinoplasties) to thoroughly discuss your surgical goals, undergo a formal examination, evaluate your options, and develop a personalized plan just for you. I hope this helps!

Dr. Donald Groves
Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thank you for your query! It is certainly possible to remove the hump on one side with a short, closed rhinoplasty. The cost, of course, varies from surgeon to surgeon. Please find an experienced, board certified Plastic surgeon, who can examine you and help you with your concerns. All the best!

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question.
As far as I can see from your photos It may sometimes not be possible for both sides to be equal due to facial asymmetry, but it is possible to obtain a much more equal and compatible nose with your face with rhinoplasty operation, for this I recommend rhinoplasty operation.
It would be better face to face consultation.
Best Regards!

Guray Yesiladali, MD, FEBOPRAS · Answer

It’s completely understandable to want your right profile to match the side you feel most confident about. What you’re describing sounds like natural nasal asymmetry&mdash;very common, but often noticeable to the person themselves more than others.
For permanent refinement and true correction of structural differences, surgical rhinoplasty remains the most effective option. Bony and cartilaginous bumps cannot be reshaped without surgery, and non-surgical alternatives (like filler) are generally not recommended for this type of concern, especially when size reduction or contour precision is the goal.
As for cost, primary rhinoplasty typically ranges around $3,500, though this varies based on location, surgeon experience, and facility fees. Consulting with a board-certified rhinoplasty surgeon will provide you with both a clear diagnosis and a customized plan.
I hope this helps you better understand your options and what to expect moving forward.
&mdash; Güray Yeşiladalı, MD

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