Can a rhinoplasty help with my nose shape and nostrils? (Photo)

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Hello, I recently have had two septoplasty surgeries one that include an ear graft. The nose shape was altered and I’m unhappy with how my nostrils appear. My nostrils have no definition to them as well as the nose tip is droopy and shows too much nostril. I’m wondering if I can have this fixed without going under anesthesia but fix the tip and nostrils a bit?

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

You have what is called a hanging columella. It could be that a cartilage graft was placed there. If that’s the case it is simple to correct. The nostrils however are much more difficult to deal with

Ruslan Zhuravsky, DO · Answer

Hi, yes it is possible to have a revision surgery with local anesthesia. Based on the description of the septoplasty surgeries with changes to the appearance and use of ear cartilage, it seems they did a rhinoplasty as well. In either case, the tip can be modified, the nostrils supported, and also reduced to give a more aesthetic architecture. This would require cartilage from the other ear and maybe even rib cartilage (either irradiated cadaveric or from you).I do these under local, even the more difficult revisions using ear and/or cadaveric rib cartilage. So yes, its possible. The next step should be finding a few surgeons that really truly specialize in rhinoplasty and take on revisions, then scheduling consultations (in person or virtually). You will learn a lot from thorough consultations, both about rhinoplasty and the surgeon. Good luck!

Jeffrey H. Spiegel, MD · Answer

Rhinoplasty can be done to smooth out the tip and improve the nostrils and pretty much address anywhere you wish.  These procedures can be done under local anesthesia if you don't want to have general anesthesia.

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