Is there any way to drop my nostril (1 is more slanted than the other one)? (Photos)

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I asked this before, but I want to rephrase my question: is there anyway to drop the elevated nostril down like how I'm doing in the photo? One is more slanted than the other

Lexie Wang, MD · Answer

Hi Habu! I am assuming you have not had nasal surgery yet just based on your photos and your question. Everyone has one nostril that is higher on their face than the other (go look at photos of people you know or celebrities); this is because all of our faces are asymmetric, so how the nose and nostrils attach cannot be changed. You see how if you look at the bottom of the nose, the right side (assuming you didn't flip the photos) attaches higher? This is not something that can be changed. What CAN be changed is how much nostril show you have, which I think is what you are trying to demonstrate with you pushing your finger down. This would involve putting small grafts along the rim in that area to push it down. However, I would say overall the differences between sides is extremely minute, and I don't know if I would recommend surgery for something as subtle as this, as you will never be able to get 100% symmetry, no matter who you go to. Good luck!

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Based on your narrative, it seems as though you wish to have your right nostril margin lowered a bit. If that is the case, microdroplet Silikon-1000 injections may be considered for improving nostril margin symmetry on front view. I must admit your photos are difficult to interpret. I hope this is helpful! Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

The best thing to do is to narrow the nostrils with an alar wedge resection. You are an excellent candidate for it and I think would  improve the appearance of your nose

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