Does Pushing/pinching/pressing Nose into Certain Direction Can Change Shape?

June 1, 2013

I heard that applying pressure to nose can change its shape, make it straighter or slimmer. Is it true? Can it be dangerous, cause some irreversible damages or even make nose more crooked? I think it's stupid but ofcourse I tried pressing my nose few times (stupid human nature) and now I'm afraid that it is even worse.

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June 26, 2017

Answer: Does Pushing/Pinching/Pressing Nose Change Its Shape? Only Rhinoplasty Can Change a Nose's Shape

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June 26, 2017

Answer: Does Pushing/Pinching/Pressing Nose Change Its Shape? Only Rhinoplasty Can Change a Nose's Shape

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March 14, 2021

Answer: Compression of the nose helps AFTER surgery, but not BEFORE!

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Answer: Compression of the nose helps AFTER surgery, but not BEFORE!

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October 21, 2018

Answer: Change Nasal Shape by Applying Force

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Answer: Change Nasal Shape by Applying Force

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April 30, 2018

Answer: Applying pressure a few times to your nose may not change its appearance.

Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
April 30, 2018

Answer: Applying pressure a few times to your nose may not change its appearance.

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April 1, 2018

Answer: Changing the shape of the nose...

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April 1, 2018

Answer: Changing the shape of the nose...

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