How can I know that my nose sticks too far from my face & how to measure it?

Although the question seems rather simple, the answer is a little bit more complex and complicated. There are many ways to measure tip projection and what the ideal tip projection is for a given patient. This greatly depends on multiple other facial parameters such as chin projection, upper lip length, etc. As an example, the nasal tip should project further in patients with a strong chin on profile view and vice versa, should not project too much in patients with a weaker chin on profile view. Other patient characteristics such as ethnicity, skin thickness, etc. play an important role as well. I suggest you see a rhinoplasty expert for an evaluation and discuss whether or not you would be a good candidate for a rhinoplasty operation. Good luck!

I am assuming since you're asking the question that you think that your nose is too large. If this is the case, you should consult with a rhinoplasty expert who can not only measure your nose but also look at your height and facial features and make professional recommendations on the changes that would best suit your face. Yes, there are aesthetic ideals and measurements that can be discussed but rhinoplasty is an art and it is much more important that your nose fits your height and facial shape rather than conforming to an arbitrary number. Best.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon

Hello and thank you for your question. Nasal tip de-projection is one of the most challenging maneuvers in all of rhinoplasty.  If good surgical technique is used, this can be performed and greatly help in the overall appearance of the nose.  Make sure you specifically look cases of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and not just a computer animation system.  The most
important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend
that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who
can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon