My face looks different on every side/angle. Will a nose job change that? (Photo)

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I am noticing that in every photo i take, I look completely different. I am wondering if my large nose is a big contributor to that. I have been contemplating a nose job for years. My nose is very large at the bottom and I believe it makes me look aggressive. The bottom of it has definitely gotten bigger over the years. I also think my eyes are a little uneven, and I wonder if that has to do with my nose too. Also, if you recommend any surgeons in NYC, please give details below.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

While you do not seem to have more than the usual amount of facial asymmetry, a large nose may throw off the balance of the face. Reshaping your nose to be more proportionate and in harmony with your face may be all you need to feel more confident of your natural beauty. I've included before-and-after photos of a teen patient who had rhinoplasty on an asymmetric nose. As for looking different in every photo, a lot of that has to do with lighting and how close you are to the camera's lens. I hope this helps.

Adam Bryce Weinfeld, MD · Answer

You do have some asymmetry to your face.   I would not consider it significant at all.  Your nose can be made less conspicuous with a rhinoplasty that decrease the projection (overall size), removes the hump, and refines the tip.  I am not sure that this will change the fact that you see you face as different from different angles.  I do think you will be happier with the appearance of face - it is attractive after all.

Richard W. Westreich, MD · Answer

If your nose looks different from 2 sides then either your nose is crooked (most common)  or your face is very asymmetric (less common) or both. A nose job would help with deviation issues as well as size reduction, which would make it look more proportional. Symmetry and size within normal averages correlates with natural results and happy patient outcomes.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Rhinoplasty surgery is well suited for  those with severe dissatisfaction with their nasal appearances, rather than for concerns with facial symmetry. Consider consulting with several reputable rhinoplasty specialists so you could see what might be best for you. Thank you. Dr Joseph

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your
photograph, you may benefit from a tip refining rhinoplasty. Your surgeon can
accomplish this by trimming, suturing, and reshaping the cartilage in your
lower nose. Cartilage grafts may also be used to help improve tip refinement.
You may also benefit from a tip de-projection to help make the overall size of your nose smaller and a conservative dorsal hump reduction.  Make sure you specifically look at before and after
pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon
and not just a computer animation system. The most important
aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek
consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate
you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

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Answer: Rhinoplasty surgery may be considered for a smaller, less distracting, and more feminine nasal appearance.

Answer: Rhinoplasty surgery may be considered for a smaller, less distracting, and more feminine nasal appearance.

Answer: Rhinoplasty with tip de-projection

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