What parts of the nose are included in a tip rhinoplasty?

Hi @Jcrzy83! This is an excellent question. A tip rhinoplasty solely addresses the lower lateral cartilages and alar rims. Typically, cartilage grafts are used.

In general, when people require narrowing of the mid third of the nose, or the upper lateral cartilages, that may require osteotomies and bony work. Hope this helps! Dr Joseph

Thank you for your question. Tip rhinoplasty focuses solely on the size and shape of the nasal tip. This may involve suture placement to narrow a wide nose, cephalic trimming to remove the cartilage in a wide nose or reduce a bulbous tip, or cartilage grafting to lift a drooping tip.
Though tip rhinoplasty focuses mainly on the tip, it is still considered one of the most complex of all plastic surgery procedures, requiring experience, skill, and even artistry to achieve an optimal outcome. I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon, with expertise in rhinoplasty techniques. They will be able to answer any questions you have and help determine the best procedural option for you.