Is it possible to increase size and volume of my nose and make it more projected? (Photo)

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My face is long and my skull is large in general. My nose, however, for some reason is very small. Part of the problem is recessed maxilla due to mouth breathing during development. Second problem is simply genetically inherited small nose structure. Both of these things make my face look "sunken" and make my midface look small. I straightened teeth and bite with braces, but my midface and nose area still looks "sunken". What solutions are there for me?

Oakley Smith, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Yes this is certainly possible.  The tip itself can be projected using suture techniques or with tip grafts. The grafting  is used from the septum. Revision surgery the cartilage usually comes from the ear or rib.

Steven J. Pearlman, MD, FACS · Answer

In modern rhinoplasty, we often add cartilage grafts to enhance some structures and not just remove humps and reduce nasal tips. I prefer natural sources such as cartilage from your nasal sepum, ear and/or rib. The source depends on how much we need and a frank discussion of the risks and benefits of each. I really like using computer imaging including Vectra 3-D to demonstrate potential results and to help decide together what and where to put grafts.

Reza Momeni, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes it's possible to do so with rhinoplasty, by using cartilage grafting (taken from the septum, ear, or ribs).  You should see a plastic surgeon with rhinoplasty experience in your town.

Stephen P. Smith, Jr., MD · Answer

Thank you for this question. It is very possible to enhance your nose
and create an aesthetically balanced nose for your face through a rhinoplasty including
structural cartilage grafting and suture techniques. This may involve using
cartilage from your septum and/or ear to build up your nose. I recommend a
consult with a Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon to ensure that your nose
will not only have enhanced projection and balance but will also function well
after surgery.

Dennis Barek, MD (retired) · Answer

Typically septal cartilage is used to raise the bridge, from the radix town to the tip, if needed. The tip itself can be projected with tip grafts, also from septal cartilage. This will give you a stronger more masculine nose

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