Closed tip grafting - Would like to add a little more tip to the front of my nose. Is this realistic? (photos)

February 4, 2024
Asked By:alh1984 in San Francisco, California

I would like to add a little more tip to the front of my nose. Is this a realistic / achievable goal? How long does it typically take to heal from a closed tip grafting surgery?

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February 6, 2024

Answer: Rhinoplasty through a closed technique

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Thomas Trevisani, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 6, 2024

Answer: Rhinoplasty through a closed technique

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Thomas Trevisani, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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June 19, 2025

Answer: I Recommend Open Septorhinoplasty | Plastic Surgery | Rhinoplasty Expert | Surgical | Nose Job | Rib Graft | Septoplasty

Donald Groves, MDBoard Eligible Plastic Surgeon
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June 19, 2025

Answer: I Recommend Open Septorhinoplasty | Plastic Surgery | Rhinoplasty Expert | Surgical | Nose Job | Rib Graft | Septoplasty

Donald Groves, MDBoard Eligible Plastic Surgeon
February 12, 2024

Answer: Tip grafting may be difficult in those with thin nasal skin.

Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
February 12, 2024

Answer: Tip grafting may be difficult in those with thin nasal skin.

Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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February 7, 2024

Answer: Tip surgery

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February 7, 2024

Answer: Tip surgery

Giray Genc, MDPlastic Surgeon
February 7, 2024

Answer: Tip Grafting

Tyler Okland, MDFacial Plastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
February 7, 2024

Answer: Tip Grafting

Tyler Okland, MDFacial Plastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery

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