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Facial growth (including the nose) goes on for years. Your baby's nose is going to change as the face matures. You have nothing to worry about.
It’s normal for the nasal bridge to be flattened during infancy. It takes time for the nose to gain its normal projection. In many cases nasal growth may continue until children are 16 to 17 years of age. It sounds as if you have an entirely normal baby. Don’t worry about your babies nose, it’s one of the features that makes your baby cute.
Unless there is a radical flatness or any kind of functional problems, you should not be worried. Facial structures change through out many years since birth. Give it some time and if you still feel worried, you can see a specialist.Hope this helps,Ali Rıza Öreroğlu, MD FEBOPRASEuropean and Turkish Board Certified Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeonIstanbul, Turkey
Most babies have a flat nasal appearance and this may change as your child reaches adolescence. Consider re-asking your question with photos, or you can make an appointment with your pediatrician if you feel there may be a congenital issue. Hope this helps! Dr Joseph
Your baby is still far too young for you to be worryingabout the shape of his nose. At 8 months old, it is not unusual for the nose toappear flat as the nasal structure is still continuing to take shape. In fact, hisnose will continue to change throughout your child’s life and full developmentwill not be complete until after puberty. This is most probably not somethingto be concerned about or to even seek professional medical advice about. However,if you are still feeling uneasy about the situation and want furtherconfirmation, it won’t hurt to consult a doctor in person.
The nose lags the rest of the face in growth which is why most babies have wider flatter noses - this is normal
Most babies have a flattened portion of their upper nose, as the nasal bones are in this region and have a lot of growing and changing to do. he will continue to change in front of your eyes for years to come. Enjoy the ride. I would only consider surgery for him after he is skeletally mature around 17 or 18, and only if it bothers him at that point in time. Otherwise no need to do a thing. -David Mattos, Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
After babies are born and for the first two years of life, the nasal bones and cartilages are rapidly growing and giving more projection to the nose. Just mention your issues with your pediatrician on the next visit. The nasal bones and cartilage continue to grow until a 16 for women and 18 inmen.
Infant's typically have a flat appearance at their bridge compared to older teens and adults. This is normal until the nasal bones begin to grow and develop, hence the term "infantile nose" in adult patients whose bones don't grow and enlarge. Love your baby and don't worry about imperfections at this point. He/she is going to grow and change.
I assume your baby was seen by your pediatrician, if they think anything is wrong, I assume they will tell you.