My nose is caving in and the bone has been shifting out recently, is this fixable? (Photos)

Question

I broke my nose 7 years ago when I was 15, never realized anything happened, nor went out to seek help. Will plastic surgery ever make my face symmetrical, or should I accept the defeat?

Oakley Smith, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Hi, It is better for you to consult with a facial plastic surgeon who can examine you and give you opinion based on your needs and expectations.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

If you were concerned about a crooked initial appearance after nasal trauma, the best advice would be to visit several reputable rhinoplasty specialist so you can see what to expect after surgery. Your photographs do not clearly identify any significant asymmetry. I hope this helps. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

Based on these photos you seem to be a candidate for rhino possibly septorhinoplasty. In person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with good reputation in nose surgery is recommended. Good luck.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

You would benefit from a rhinoplasty with possible septoplasty. This can realign the dorsum of the nose to make it straight and correct the angulation of the tip. The procedure is an out-patient surgery that takes about 2 hours to perform under general anesthesia and costs $7,000.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Paul E. Chasan, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. You are an excellent candidate for rhinoplasty. I think it is one of the most beautifying surgeries that we do as plastic surgeons. A large portion of my practice is dedicated to rhinoplasty surgery. In your case, it is a straight forward fix. It is important to only see plastic surgeons with extensive experience in rhinoplasty, ie perform at least 6 per month and have performed hundreds of cases. Also, critically evaluate on-line galleries to see if their art form resonates with yours. Rhinoplasty is definitely a grey haired plastic surgeon's sport. Best wishes to you.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Your nose couid be straightened considerably and any breathing issues addressed as well. You just need to find the right surgeon

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photographs, you are a good candidate for Rhinoplasty. This surgery can be designed to make your nose straighter, including tip refinement. 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

Thanapoom Boonipat, MD · Answer

Hi yes looks like you had a bad case of trauma to your nose. A rhinoplasty to reconstruct your nose can definitely fix this. Depending on the findings, we might need fresh frozen cartilage to reconstruct your internal structures to straighten your nose. This likely will also help with breathing.

Onur Ergun, MD · Answer

Rhinoplasty will definitely help with the crooked nose. It may not have been due to that trauma by the way. Dont give up:)

Robert Singer, MD · Answer

The nasal areas that you described and would like improved can be addressed with a nasal surgery (rhinoplasty) and a possible septoplasty which are typically done at the same time. A natural appearing nose can be achieved when the procedures are performed by an artistic plastic surgeon with extensive experience in nasal surgery.

Keep in mind that following the advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you exactly what to do based on a limited two dimensional photos without examining you, physically feeling the tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history, and discussing the pros and cons of each operative procedure would not be in your best interest. I would suggest you find a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in
person.

Robert Singer, MD FACS

La Jolla, California

My nose is caving in and the bone has been shifting out recently, is this fixable? (Photos)

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