Hi there, I have been considering a "nose job" for a while where I would just want the sides of my nose thinned and refined (and perhaps the tip refined a bit if it was really needed for balance).
My main focus are the sides though and I'm happy with the rest of my nose. I think it's cute and petite from the side it just looks kind of piggy and thick from the front. What do you recommend for me and could I achieve my desired look without having my bones chiseled? Thanks
February 11, 2010
Answer: Plastic surgery for "piggy" nose A side view would show the upturned tip. In this case, you may benefit from a septal extension graft which would push the tip forward and give the illusion of a longer and thinner nose. In this instance, you could also benefit from enhanced projection along with nostril reduction. Without cutting the bones, your only option to give the illusion of a thinner nose is to add a graft to the top of the bridge to make it appear taller and thinner.
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February 11, 2010
Answer: Plastic surgery for "piggy" nose A side view would show the upturned tip. In this case, you may benefit from a septal extension graft which would push the tip forward and give the illusion of a longer and thinner nose. In this instance, you could also benefit from enhanced projection along with nostril reduction. Without cutting the bones, your only option to give the illusion of a thinner nose is to add a graft to the top of the bridge to make it appear taller and thinner.
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February 11, 2010
Answer: Thinning of Lateral Nostril Thickness Hi Saphira, The thickness of your nostril rims laterally is very difficult to correct in most cases. At your consultation for rhinoplasty, make sure that your prospective surgeon addresses this, and ask to see photos of patients with a similar nose to yours. Do choose your surgeon most carefully. Good luck and be well. Dr. P
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February 11, 2010
Answer: Thinning of Lateral Nostril Thickness Hi Saphira, The thickness of your nostril rims laterally is very difficult to correct in most cases. At your consultation for rhinoplasty, make sure that your prospective surgeon addresses this, and ask to see photos of patients with a similar nose to yours. Do choose your surgeon most carefully. Good luck and be well. Dr. P
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