How can I fix my long nose?

Question

How can I fix my long nose? I feel like my nasal columnella extends too far into my philtrum area and the length of my entire nose is too long.

Ali Sajjadian, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your inquiry!

It seems that you are a good candidate
for a conservative rhinoplasty addressing the over-projection of your nose as mentioned above. The surgery will improve the way your nose looks to complement your
facial features in a natural fashion. However, without a physical
examination it is not possible to provide you with specific details. I highly
recommend that you schedule a consultation with a well-experienced surgeon.

It is important to mention that the
finest cosmetic results in any particular case are based on a variety of
factors, including: the unique anatomy of the patient, realistic expectations,
a well-informed and detailed discussion with your plastic surgeon concerning
the best options for you especially covering a deep understanding of the pros
and cons of any given choice you will adopt.

Please keep in mind that following the
advice from a surgeon online who offers to tell you what to do without a
physical examination covering the nature and the status of the tissue,
assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history, and discussing
the pros and cons of each operative solution would not be in your best
interest. With that in mind, it is the safest and for your best interest to
find a plastic surgeon with solid experience and certified by the American
Board of Plastic Surgery who is ideally a member of the American Society of
Plastic Surgeons that you will trust and be comfortable with. You should
discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person.

Good luck!!!

Ali Sajjadian, MD FACS

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Dear xtina334,You can fix this issue with experience rhinoplasty techniquesWe can shorten the septum, or move the tip up to shorten the noseDr John Rhee is a great rhinoplasty surgeon in Milwaukee, a consultation with him would be very worthwhileBest,Nima Shemirani

J. Smythe Rich, MD · Answer

For better opinions you will need to (best) be in front of a surgeon or for remote advice supply a closer side and front view.  Most of the is cartledge rearranging with limited removal. You are really desiring rotation upward to lift the tip. At present from the front, only the top of your nose is visible and looking at other appearance one can see the columella and base of the nose. good luck

Andrew Campbell, MD · Answer

A rhinoplasty can fix your long nose, but the changes can sometimes make the rest of the nose not have harmony with these changes. That is one of the reasons I like to perform computer generated imaging on all of my rhinoplasty clients. It allows me to make changes to YOUR nose on YOUR face, and allows both of us to make a customized plan that will give you the result you desire. The goal of a rhinoplasty is to create a nose that has harmony with the rest of the face, and visually speaking, "disappears", so the other beautiful features of your face can be appreciated.Andrew CampbellFacial Plastic Surgeon

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Both of those elements can be improved with a closed rhinoplasty with no visible scars and reduced downtime.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Robert Singer, MD · Answer

The areas that you described and would like
improved can be addressed with a subtle natural appearing rhinoplasty performed
by an expert artistic plastic surgeon with extensive rhinoplasty experience.

Keep in mind, that following the advice
from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you what to do
based on limited 2 dimensional photos without examining you, physically feeling
the tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history, and
discussing the pros and cons of the proposed operative procedure with you may not be in your best interest. I would suggest you find a
plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a
member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) or facial
plastic surgeon (otolaryngologist) that you trust and are comfortable with. You
should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person.

Robert Singer, MD FACS La Jolla, California

William Portuese, MD · Answer

A columellar plasty can be performed as a stand-alone procedure, or as part of the entire rhinoplasty done together. A columellar-sty is performed for excess columellar show. To perform  a columellar plasty,  skin and cartilage is trimmed back on both sides of the columella on the internal portion of the nose. For many examples, please see the link  below

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Thank you for the photo and clearly you will dramatically improve the appearance of your face with a rhinoplasty.  I also thoroughly agree with Dr Campbell's use of digital imaging to help inform what can And what cannot be accomplished with surgeryDr Corbin

Harrison C. Putman III, MD (retired) · Answer

You appear to have a moderately overprojected, or long nose, and some ptosis or drooping of the tip, as the primary concerns. This can be addressed with a meticulous reduction rhinoplasty, which incorporates other beneficial reshaping techniques that might be beneficial. A consultation with an experienced facial plastic surgeon, along with computer imaging is a good start to helping you achieve your goals. Good luck!

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