I was born without cartilage in my nose. What are my options? (Photo)

May 13, 2015
Asked By:soiwait in Sacramento, CA

I was born without cartilage in my nose which makes my profile unpleasing as well as I believe causes me some breathing problems. What are my options? I uploaded a photo with a simulated result that I am hoping for. Is this result possible? Will it change my front view very much? I am also worried about my nostril shape if I did get surgery because right now they are basically round. Would my nostrils become oddly shaped? Also, would the price be similar to a regular rhinioplasty?

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