I have decided to take the first step towards finding the perfect doctor for my rhinoplasty.I am unhappy with the look of my slanted nasal bones/uneven tip.I also have difficulty breathing out of the nostril that is on the same side as the slant(possibly a deviated septum?) If I put pressure on the side that is 'slanted' I instantly feel a change in my breathing. I'm not sure what kind of rhinoplasty I should be looking into for my concerns, that are both cosmetic and health related. Advice?
Answer: Nasal shape you certainly have quite a deviated nose and this reflects an underlying deviated septum in all likelihood so will require a full functional and aesthetic septorhinoplasty
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Answer: Nasal shape you certainly have quite a deviated nose and this reflects an underlying deviated septum in all likelihood so will require a full functional and aesthetic septorhinoplasty
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November 14, 2015
Answer: Rhinoplasty Congratulations on taking the first steps towards rhinoplasty, and becoming educated on realself.Your pictures indicate that you would likely be an excellent candidate for an open rhinoplasty surgery. Your surgeon will likely recommend some refinement of the nasal tip and removal of a dorsal hump with possible osteotomies. If there is nasal obstruction secondary to structural issues in the nose, likely you can undergo a functional surgery covered by insurance, and your surgeon may be able to add on the cosmetic maneuvers at an additional cost to you. Seek consultation with a qualified facial plastic surgeon who specializes in nasal breathing issues as well as cosmetic rhinoplasty.Best wishes.
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November 14, 2015
Answer: Rhinoplasty Congratulations on taking the first steps towards rhinoplasty, and becoming educated on realself.Your pictures indicate that you would likely be an excellent candidate for an open rhinoplasty surgery. Your surgeon will likely recommend some refinement of the nasal tip and removal of a dorsal hump with possible osteotomies. If there is nasal obstruction secondary to structural issues in the nose, likely you can undergo a functional surgery covered by insurance, and your surgeon may be able to add on the cosmetic maneuvers at an additional cost to you. Seek consultation with a qualified facial plastic surgeon who specializes in nasal breathing issues as well as cosmetic rhinoplasty.Best wishes.
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November 12, 2015
Answer: Best treatment for your nose, some advices: Thank you very much for sharing your concerns with us.The harmony between facial parts makes us instinctively recognize the beauty... without knowing it, without defining it, just a perception that surprises and captivates us.In this regard, I suggest perform a Closed Rhinoplasty (without visible scars) to treat the tip, base and nasal bridge.With this procedure you get a delicate nose, better harmonize with your other facial features.Respectfully,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-
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November 12, 2015
Answer: Best treatment for your nose, some advices: Thank you very much for sharing your concerns with us.The harmony between facial parts makes us instinctively recognize the beauty... without knowing it, without defining it, just a perception that surprises and captivates us.In this regard, I suggest perform a Closed Rhinoplasty (without visible scars) to treat the tip, base and nasal bridge.With this procedure you get a delicate nose, better harmonize with your other facial features.Respectfully,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-
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Answer: My comments You don't have a crooked nose, you have an assymetrical nose; in fact all the left side of the face seems to be smaller than the right side: the orbit, the eyebro, the nose, the nostril and the nasal bone on the left side are smaller, noticeably, and this has no solution, with no technique, and in no one's hands.This assymetry makes the left wall of your nasal "tent" be shorter, thus making the nose also lean to that side; with a rhinoplasty and suitable osteotomies this might experience partial improval, but never total. You have to accept this fact.Otherwise, you are a case for the so called "basic rhinoplasty", endonasal, to shave the dorsum, narrow the pyramid with osteotomies and trim the alar cartilages of the tip, also shortening a bit the tip projection.If you have breathing impairment and this is due to the septal deviation (this is not visible externally, in person examination needed) you could add a septoplasty, otherwise it is not indicated.All the above via closed approach; open rhinoplasty in your case just shows inexperience or lack in technical confidence in the surgeon.
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Answer: My comments You don't have a crooked nose, you have an assymetrical nose; in fact all the left side of the face seems to be smaller than the right side: the orbit, the eyebro, the nose, the nostril and the nasal bone on the left side are smaller, noticeably, and this has no solution, with no technique, and in no one's hands.This assymetry makes the left wall of your nasal "tent" be shorter, thus making the nose also lean to that side; with a rhinoplasty and suitable osteotomies this might experience partial improval, but never total. You have to accept this fact.Otherwise, you are a case for the so called "basic rhinoplasty", endonasal, to shave the dorsum, narrow the pyramid with osteotomies and trim the alar cartilages of the tip, also shortening a bit the tip projection.If you have breathing impairment and this is due to the septal deviation (this is not visible externally, in person examination needed) you could add a septoplasty, otherwise it is not indicated.All the above via closed approach; open rhinoplasty in your case just shows inexperience or lack in technical confidence in the surgeon.
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November 13, 2015
Answer: Rhinoplasty for cosmetic changes and functional nasal surgery for breathing A rhinoplasty procedure can accomplish making the cosmetic changes to the nose such as addressing the asymmetries in the bridge line, shaving down the dorsal hump, and adjusting the lower lateral cartilages of the nasal tip. The nasal bones can also be straightened from their slanted position. There are many factors inside the nose that can cause breathing issues, such as a deviated nasal septum, turbinate hypertrophy, valve collapse, vestibular stenosis, allergies, and chronic sinusitis. Each one of these issues are treated differently with either medications and/or surgery. Rhinoplasty is a very difficult endeavor, so choose your surgeon very wisely based on extensive experience.
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November 13, 2015
Answer: Rhinoplasty for cosmetic changes and functional nasal surgery for breathing A rhinoplasty procedure can accomplish making the cosmetic changes to the nose such as addressing the asymmetries in the bridge line, shaving down the dorsal hump, and adjusting the lower lateral cartilages of the nasal tip. The nasal bones can also be straightened from their slanted position. There are many factors inside the nose that can cause breathing issues, such as a deviated nasal septum, turbinate hypertrophy, valve collapse, vestibular stenosis, allergies, and chronic sinusitis. Each one of these issues are treated differently with either medications and/or surgery. Rhinoplasty is a very difficult endeavor, so choose your surgeon very wisely based on extensive experience.
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