What are the consequences of nasal manipulation, will I weaken the muscles? (Photo)

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Because I’ve been massaging back my nasal tip everyday I’m concerned about what are the consequences of me doing this? Will I weaken the muscles ? Will it start to droop ?

Donald Groves, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question and the picture. I actually answered your similar question from 4/6/23.

To help other people with similar questions, I have copied my answer here as follows:

Unfortunately, despite what you might find online, nose manipulation exercises and massages do NOT change the shape of the nose or tip! The only effect you might see is creation of a horizontal crease above your tip if you frequently rub your nose or push the tip up (due to the skin folding- similar to how your forehead develops wrinkles as you age). To address the size or shape of the nose, you would need surgery to adjust the underlying structural framework.

Addressing the shape of your nose (especially the nasal tip) is actually one of the most common reasons people seek out and undergo a rhinoplasty. An open septorhinoplasty can best address both your aesthetic concerns and any functional issues with your nose. I would be able to adjust the size, shape, and definition of your nose (especially tip)!

This truly is a surgery of millimeters- and whether you're looking for a minor adjustment or a major transformation, it requires exceptional surgical skill to achieve functional and natural-looking results! Because your nose is the DEFINING feature of your face- I would only recommend seeing a surgeon who specializes in rhinoplasty procedures, and who has significant training and experience performing these surgeries. I actually trained under one of the world leading rhinoplasty experts (who performs 1,000+ nosejobs annually).

I recommend for you to setup a formal consultation with me (or another plastic surgeon who is extremely comfortable with rhinoplasties) to thoroughly discuss your surgical goals, undergo a formal examination, evaluate your options, and develop a personalized plan just for you. I hope this helps!

Dr. Donald Groves
Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

There are ligaments that support the nasal tip extending from the bottom of the bridge to the tip cartilages. With aging, the effects of gravity cause somebody's nasal tip to droop. In that regard, persistent pulling of the nasal tip downward can accelerate these changes by weakening the ligaments between the dorsum and the nasal tip. Thank you for your question. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

If you are massaging your nasal tip due to a recent nose surgery, it is important to follow your surgeon's postoperative instructions carefully, as excessive or incorrect manipulation of the area can potentially cause complications or affect the final result of the surgery.
If you are massaging your nose without any medical reason, it's unlikely that you would cause any significant changes to your nose's shape or function. The nose is primarily made up of bone and cartilage, not muscle, so you can't weaken the muscles in your nose as there aren't any in the area you're referring to.
However, excessive manipulation of your nose could potentially cause some harm. For example, it may lead to inflammation, bruising, or swelling. In some rare cases, it could potentially alter the shape of the nose over time, especially if the cartilage is still growing or healing from trauma.
If you have concerns about the shape or appearance of your nose, it's best to consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon or a dermatologist. They can provide you with safe and effective options for altering the shape of your nose, if necessary.

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