Nostril-shaping and revision rhinoplasty - what is the least invasive way to fix uneven nostrils? (Photos)

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Male, 39, had one rhinoplasty surgery 20 years ago. Have question about what can be done to remedy uneven nostrils in least invasive way. See photo refs 1, 2, 3. Note angle difference of nostril rim (leftside), highlighted in ref 3. What procedure or technique is available to close/shape the nostril rim to make that angle? Thank you for your time.

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photographs, you are a great candidate for a revision rhinoplasty. Maneuvers for your surgery would include re-tensioning the lower lateral cartilage, placement of extended alar contour grafts to help improve nostril symmetry , among other maneuvers. Make sure you are going to a surgeon with hundreds of long-term before and after pictures on their website with standardized lighting and standardized backgrounds. With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified rhinoplasty surgeon who can evaluate you in person.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Nostril-shaping and revision rhinoplasty - what is the least invasive way to fix uneven nostrils? (Photos)

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