Is it worth getting a nose job? (Photo)

While you are an excellent rhinoplasty candidate, it's an elective procedure, and only YOU can determine if it's "worth" it.  In your case, you would benefit from a reduction in your dorsal width and dorsal hump as well as a refinement procedure of your nasal tip and release of the depressor septi muscle, which lowers your tip with smiling.  The recovery is not lengthy in the sense that you'll be "laid up" all summer long.  At one week, all casts and sutures are removed.  At 2 weeks post-op, I tell my patients that they can go back to normal activities and exercise with care to avoid nasal injury obviously.  At 4-6 weeks post-op, your nose will be as strong as it was before the surgery, so it will be no easier to break during your participation in lacrosse than prior to surgery.  Keep in mind that swelling will be present post-op for many months, and it generally takes at least one year for the last bit of swelling to disappear; this does not usually bother the patient nor distract from the appearance of the nose. Rather, the elements of the nose seem to have improved “definition” as the last bit of swelling subsides. This is especially true in the tip of the nose.Good luck!

See the "Web reference" link, below: I made a couple of computer morphs, and animations, to show the changes that I recommend for your nose. I elevated the tip of your nose, so the tip doesn't droop down as much, and I took down the bump on the bridge of the nose, and then I moved the entire nose back closer to your face.I tell my patients that they can start with fast walking when the splint comes off at seven days, start jogging a week later, and then do lifting a week after that.Typically, even though the nose is swollen after surgery, almost everybody is happy going out in public right when the dressing comes off at one week. Especially if the point of the operation is to make the nose smaller, when the dressing comes off, the nose, with its swelling, would look smaller than it did before surgery.You should understand that the changes I demonstrated in the morph require advanced techniques, techniques that most plastic surgeons cannot handle. Be sure to read the section in the "Web reference" link on how to stay out of trouble while searching for a rhinoplasty surgeon.

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.-

Hello and thank you for your question and photographs. Although I tell patients they will need to wait 12 months before their final result, most patients are able to feel/look normal in public at 1 week after surgery.  Most of my patients return to work or school at 1 week post-op and look totally fine.  The most important aspect is to find a surgeon who you are comfortable with. With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person.Best wishes and good luck.

Getting a rhinoplasty is a personal choice. Do I think you can have improvement?  Absolutely. Best of luck with your decision to move forward.

You do not need a rhinoplasty.  That being said, it may be worth getting a nose job.  You are pretty and your nose is a little distracting because the nose is large for your face. A smaller nose with better support and definition would highlight your pretty eyes and great smile. A beautiful rhinoplasty would give you a natural result that would bring balance to your face. Be very careful choosing your surgeon. The result and recovery vary greatly depending on surgeon. For my patients, the cast is removed routinely at 6 days and patients are out to dinner with friends at that time.  Most patients are back to exercise at 2-3 weeks. Best of luck with everything... with crossfit, with D1 lacrosse, and with your nose.

 The photographs demonstrate a large dorsal hump which is composed of both bone and cartilage. A  closed rhinoplasty procedure can accomplish shaving down the dorsal hump, narrowing the tip, and narrowing the bridge. Also important to release the depressor septi ligament which pulls the tip down when smiling.  Anticipate a cast applied across the nose for one week after the surgery with 2 weeks of visible bruising and swelling after the procedure.  It's important not to exercise  for at least 2 weeks after the surgery, and avoid contact sports for 6 weeks. For more information about rhinoplasty and many examples, please see the link and video below

Thanks for your question. You should definitely not shy away from nose surgery for these reasons. Most of my patients will look acceptable to go in public within a week and will be really happy within 3 weeks. Even though it takes a year for the final result, you should find a significant improvement over what you have now which will make you happy pretty soon after surgery. You can do your training after 2 weeks in my experience and just avoid direct blows to the nose for 6 weeks after surgery. Hope that helps and good luck!

so funny...we are an all lax family (my wife was all american at Tufts and our teenagers play high level club).... i operate (mostly rhinoplasties) on lots of athletes at all levels and generally do not run into conflicts with their respective sports so long as they can take it easy for 1-2 weeks and avoid a direct blow to the nose for at least 6-8 weeks....i'm not sure where you are getting a 'lengthy recovery' from but most rhinoplasty experts would concur that the recovery is quite short but the final outcome/swelling may take monthsThe desire to consider rhinoplasty must come from within the patient.... however, objectively speaking you have a somewhat long nose, prominent dorsal hump and an over-rotated/dropped/poorly defined tip...your personality appears to come through with your smile and you appear lovely despite somewhat distracting nasal aestheticsTechnically, mostly any healthy prospective patient who desires a change in the appearance and/or function of their nose will ultimately be considered a 'good' candidate for surgery by many surgeons.... Plastic surgery is odd and often unfortunate that way....the holy grail is matching patients who have reasonable expectations with surgeons who make an accurate assessment of their nasal issues and have outstanding skills/judgment...rhinoplasty patients (and essentially all elective cosmetic surgery patients for that matter) are filled with hope, excitement and trust when they undergo elective surgery.... when the right surgeon has helped guide you through a well thought out plan and executed it faithfully, ALMOST ALWAYS patients are happy and satisfiedDisappointing results are always secondary to poor patient selection, poor planning, poor execution or bad luck..the RealSelf site is littered with them....it takes a bit of work and planning to find the right surgeon You are fortunate given that this is a primary rhinoplasty for you...You appear to have all the right anatomical ingredients (a prominent dorsum, non ideal tip aesthetics and generous supporting structures)....the best chance to 'get it right' is the first time...given your delicate skin, your rhinoplasty will need to be very meticulously done with rigorous attention to detail..... be thorough, take your time and choose a surgeon who has:1. many years of rhinoplasty practice experience2. judgment and techniques that have evolved over time3. practice focused on rhinoplasty 4. willingness to do difficult, secondary and reconstructive cases5. interest in teaching others how to evaluate and do rhinoplasty properly6. willingness to share rhinoplasty resume, photos and patient experiences with prospective patientsgood luck

Every surgery needs time to heal, you need time to recuperate. If you wish benefits from a nose surgery, need to know need to rest for a time. About 4 weeks out from gym, about 10 to 12 days from school. All depends on your cooperation. Its not that bad.Remember to look for certified PS.RegardsDr Hernandez