Can I Reduce the Length of my Really Long Nose? (photo)

Question

I really want to reduce the vertical length of my nose and was wondering if this is possible and if so whats the limit in terms of shortening? furthermore which techniques are used?

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

Rhinoplasty for the crooked and long nose can be done by straightening the bones and septum as well as shortening the septum and nose at the same time.

Theda C. Kontis, MD · Answer

It would be impossible, given your bone structure, to give you a tiny nose, but a small nose would probably not fit your face. Your nose can be made cosmetically more pleasing by rhinoplasty surgery. Occasionally rotating the tip up will give the illusion of a shorter nose. There are many techniques for rhinoplasty surgery, your best option is to choose a surgeon with significant rhinoplasty experience!

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Dear davidvilla,

	
		Yes, you can shorten the nose
	
		You should also have cartilage from your septum to widen the middle portion of the nose which would not only make it look better, but help you breathe better


	Best regards,

	Nima Shemirani

John M. Hilinski, MD · Answer

David, it certainly appears that rhinoplasty surgery would be beneficial in shortening your nose to achieve a more appropriate length. I would say the 'limits' of shortening are determined by your surrounding facial features. Meaning, the endpoint would be to create a length that is appropriate for your face. Below is a link to our website that features a more in-depth discussion regarding rhinoplasty surgery to shorten the nose.

Thomas A. Lamperti, MD · Answer

It certainly is possible to reduce the length of your nose. It's hard to say how to do this in your case from only seeing you frontal photo. Typically, this involve lifting the tip somewhat as it seems to be down turned. If you also have an over projected nasal tip this can be treated as well.

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