Is my nose too long for my face? (Photo)

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Steven M. Denenberg, MD · Answer

Click on the "Learn more" link, just below my response, or go here:
FacialSurgery.com/RealSelf/RealSelf_Diana5502.html
I made a computer morph of your nose, and an animation of the morph, to show the changes that are possible for your nose in truly expert hands.I brought the tip of your nose back closer to your face. The woman in the short video with this post had a strongly projecting nose that was brought back closer to her face. Then, I lowered the bridge to match the new position of the tip. When the tip comes back closer, it often makes a nose look droopier, so I also elevated the tip a bit.
You should understand that the changes I demonstrated in the morph require advanced techniques, techniques that most plastic surgeons cannot handle.  Be sure to read the section in the "Learn more" link on how to stay out of trouble while searching for a rhinoplasty surgeon. You should only have surgery if you are able to make yourself very confident in your surgeon's skills. Read that page very carefully. Most plastic surgeons are quite poor at this operation, and I believe my advice will go a long way toward keeping you safe.
I'd love to hear what you think of the morph. Did it seem to address your main concerns?
Your nose is also a good example of why computer imaging is mandatory in rhinoplasty. You need to know exactly what the surgeon is planning to accomplish -- what features he thinks he can change, and by how much he thinks he can change them. When you see his goals, you'll know whether he has an eye for an attractive nose, and whether he shares your opinion of what constitutes an attractive nose. You'll also know whether the changes he proposes are enough to be meaningful to you, and whether he understands your wishes enough to address all of your priorities. But remember, you're not hiring him for his skills with the computer. The doctor must then show you his before and after photos to prove that he can actually accomplish what he draws on the computer.
In your case in particular, you need to find a surgeon who understands all of the issues I mentioned, and how they fit together, and who can actually accomplish them in surgery.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. With a rhinoplasty you can achieve a more delicate nose better harmonize with your other facial features. I Recommend you a board certified surgeon with experience in nose surgery. Kind regards

Bahman Guyuron, MD · Answer

The nose shape can always be altered to be in harmony with the rest of the facial structures in terms length, projection and width. Your nose is slightly over-projected and it could have a softer look. Just from this view alone you should benefit from the surgery. However, an examination by an experienced board certified plastic surgeon specializing in the nose area may disclose more reasons for a nose surgery.

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your
photograph, you may benefit from a nasal tip deprojection to shorten the overall length of your nose.  You may also benefit from a cephalic rotation
of your tip to turn up your tip slightly 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. FACS
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Robert Singer, MD · Answer

No one ever "needs" a rhinoplasty. It is an elective procedure and only you can determine if your nasal features concern you enough to do something about improving the cosmetic appearance of your nose and whether it would be worthwhile.
 
 Following the advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you exactly what to do based on limited 2 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 the operative procedure would not be in your best interest. I would suggest you find a plastic surgeon with extensive nasal surgery experience who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) or a facial plastic surgeon (ENT) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person.
 
 Additional information about the procedure will help you decide if it is a procedure that you want to pursue.

Robert Singer, MD FACS
 
 La Jolla, California

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