The tip of my nose has become more noticeably asymmetrical and bulbous in the last few years, but the thing that bothers me most is the indentation or line going down the middle of it. Is it possible to use an injectable filler to fill a line like this, or am I doomed to resort to a traditional Rhinoplasty? And if so, what might that entail for a nose like mine? Thanks for any advice you may have!
March 18, 2014
Answer: Fillers are Only Temporary; Surgical Correction Is Recommended Your pictures suggest a separation of the cartilage in your lower nose. These cartilage segments are known as the lower lateral cartilages and when they’re separated there may be several consequences. In your case, they explain the increased width of your nose, the central indentation and asymmetry. Although this deformity can be disguised with fillers, this solution is only temporary. For this reason, we generally recommend surgical correction. This can be accomplished with open rhinoplasty with direct visualization of the cartilage abnormalities. This procedure narrows the nasal tip and removes the indentation at the nasal tip. It also has the potential to correct nasal tip asymmetry. When this type of problem occurs, it’s important to consult a board certified plastic surgeon before proceeding with surgery. It’s important to understand the risk, benefits, alternatives and possible complications of each treatment approach.
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March 18, 2014
Answer: Fillers are Only Temporary; Surgical Correction Is Recommended Your pictures suggest a separation of the cartilage in your lower nose. These cartilage segments are known as the lower lateral cartilages and when they’re separated there may be several consequences. In your case, they explain the increased width of your nose, the central indentation and asymmetry. Although this deformity can be disguised with fillers, this solution is only temporary. For this reason, we generally recommend surgical correction. This can be accomplished with open rhinoplasty with direct visualization of the cartilage abnormalities. This procedure narrows the nasal tip and removes the indentation at the nasal tip. It also has the potential to correct nasal tip asymmetry. When this type of problem occurs, it’s important to consult a board certified plastic surgeon before proceeding with surgery. It’s important to understand the risk, benefits, alternatives and possible complications of each treatment approach.
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December 12, 2014
Answer: Rhinoplasty or Fillers for Nose Tip Indentation
Fillers are only a temporary fix for the bifid nasal tip that you are showing. Although quick the fillers do not address the problem and eventually a tip rhinoplasty will need to be done.
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December 12, 2014
Answer: Rhinoplasty or Fillers for Nose Tip Indentation
Fillers are only a temporary fix for the bifid nasal tip that you are showing. Although quick the fillers do not address the problem and eventually a tip rhinoplasty will need to be done.
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