How can I achieve a wider nose bridge?

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I'm a guy and I find that my nose bridge seems too thin across for my face. I'd like to make it wider where it meets my brow ridge, and down the middle to the tip. I want more of a rectangular look to my nose as opposed to the triangular shape I have (thin at the brow ridge and getting progressively wider to the tip). I think it will be more harmonious with my face, and help create the look of more space between my eyebrows, which are somewhat close together and thick.

Mark Been, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. Yes, the nose can be widened. The best way to widen your nose will depend on your anatomy. If the nasal bones are too narrow they may require an outfracture procedure or removal of a nasal hump. In the middle part of the nose cartilage grafts can be used to widen the nose and potentially improve nasal breathing. I recommend you consult with a rhinoplasty expert in your area who can examine you and discuss the best options. Best of luck.

Reza Momeni, MD, FACS · Answer

Wider nose bridge can be achieved in a few ways, including out fracture, cartilage graft, and bone grafting.  Be sure to discuss with your own surgeon about how this applies to you, and whether they have any special concerns in your case.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

It is possible to widen a narrow nose with a closed rhinoplasty procedure.  To accomplish the goal of widening the narrow nose, osteotomies are performed in the nasal bones, and  cartilaginous spreader grafts are placed underneath the concave upper lateral cartilages to widen them and hold the nasal bones in the new widened position.   A closed rhinoplasty approach accomplishes making all the required changes with all the incisions placed on the inside of the nose itself. For many examples and more information about how to widen a narrow nose, please see the video  and the link below

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

A wider bridge can be obtained with out featuring and grafting techniques so see some experts in your area and see what might be best for youDr Corbin

How can I achieve a wider nose bridge?

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