I am a 22 year old female. Seeking "small, cute, upturned" nose, is it possible? (photo)

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Like many females, my nose is my biggest insecurity. I am (yet another) girl in search of the "small, cute, upturned nose." I want the bridge area between my eyes to be slightly flatter, I want the broad tip reconstructed to be more upturned and cute and smaller (it seems my nose gets larger as you go down), and I want the bridge itself to make more of the upturned shape rather than a straight line down, if that makes sense.

Philip S. Schoenfeld, MD, FACS · Answer

I have been performing rhinoplasty for many years.  I see very attractive well adjusted people in my office every day who have significant issues with the appearance of their nose even when the nose is not particularly unattractive.  From the photos that you have provided you have reasonable expectations in terms of the outcome and appearance of the nose that you would like to see on your face.  I think that a thorough consult with a good rhinoplasty surgeon using computer imaging will be able to demonstrate to you what you can achieve with rhinoplasty surgery.    A cute upturned nasal tip is definitely achievable.

Burke Robinson, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and also supplying some pictures.  I believe your goals could be met.  It is hard to tell though how thick the skin is in the lower half of your nose, which could be a limiting step as to how much refinement (narrowing) of the tip could be accomplished.  It is best assessed in person.  Also, be sure that whoever you see for a consultation has up to date imaging software.  It is the best communication tool for both your surgeon and you to understand your goals, as well as what are realistic expectations!
Hope you found this answer helpful.  All the best!

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your
photograph, you may benefit from a tip refining rhinoplasty.  You may also benefit from a cephalic rotation
of your tip to turn up your tip slightly.  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

The areas that you described and would like improved
can be addressed with a  natural appearing rhinoplasty performed by an
expert artistic plastic surgeon with extensive rhinoplasty experience. Keep in mind, that following the advice from a
surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you 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 proposed operative procedure with you and
your parents may 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) or
facial plastic surgeon (otolaryngologist) that you trust and are comfortable
with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person.  
Robert Singer, MD FACS
La Jolla, California

Matthew Bridges, MD, FACS · Answer

You can certainly expect done improvement in definition while increasing the upward rotation slightly.  I would highly recommend having computer morphing done prior to surgery to make sure you have realistic expectations.  You will have some limitation from skin thickness, so this will need to be discussed specifically by your surgeon.  I have been using closed rhinoplasty techniques that allow me to achieve what you are going for.  Check my website for examples.  Good luck!

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