Is there a way to lower the nasal radix/nasion to make my nose shorter? (Photo)

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I’m very happy with the overall shape and size of my nose, but the problem I have is that my radix point(where the nose curves to the forehead) is higher, past my pupils. This is causing my nose and even my entire mid face to look longer. Is there any way to lower this point so that the nose curve is at or below the pupil?? It would help dramatically!!! I added a photoshopped before and after. The before is somewhat how my nasion looks currently, and the after is how I want it to look.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

I can see that you're morphed photo has an indentation lower than your natural photo, at your nasofrontal angle. The bone may be lowered in this area, at the root of your nose, provided that it is nasal bone, not frontal bone, and we would also need to see your facial profile view since that would be affected as well. Thank you for your question. Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question.
As far as I can understand from your question if you can send your photos from the front and side profile at 95 degree angles, it will be possible to make a more accurate evaluation. 
It would be better face to face consultation.
Best Reards!

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Yes, it is possible to lower the radix.  However, your photograph is inadequate as we need side views to give you a more accurate answer.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

The radix can be reduced during rhinoplasty surgery.
Your pictures make it difficult to make a quality assessment.
I suggest including proper pictures, taken the same way plastic surgeons take before and after pictures including frontal, and profile views.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

Is there a way to lower the nasal radix/nasion to make my nose shorter? (Photo)

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