Rhinoplasty - What Do I Need Done?

A bulbous tip is best addressed by dome suturing techniques to narrow, refine and feminize the nasal tip.  A small amount of cartilage will also need to be removed from the tip as well.  This will create a more triangular tip without making the tip pointed.  The small hump can also be removed from the bridge and osteotomies are performed to narrow the sidewalls if needed.  

Hello Kate;

Because of the bump on your nose and a bulbous tip, you are an excellent candidate for rhinoplasty.  These are the usual points of dissatisfaction that are well managed by the traditional rhinoplasty technique. 

If, in fact, the tip drops while smiling and becomes more obvious, that can be corrected also.

In any event, you should consult with an experienced nasal surgeon, and I would suggest having computer imaging to show you what will very likely will be results of your procedure. 

Best wishes.

Robert Kotler, MD, FACS
Author, SECRETS OF A BEVERLY HILLS COSMETIC SURGEON
 

I read your concerns and reviewed your photos.

On front view, your nose is a bit on the wide side. You also appear to have thick nasal skin. On profile, your bridge is convex and a bit high. Your tip hangs low and appears to droop with smiling.

The purpose of Rhinoplasty Surgery is to allow your nose to blend in and not distract from your appearance. Based on your description, you may be a good candidate for Rhinoplasty Surgery. You should consult with several reputable rhinoplasty specialists to see what you might expect to see after Rhinoplasty Surgery. Computer-imaging is a routine part of a rhinoplasty consultation in most practices.

I hope this is helpful for you.

Dr. Joseph