What would you recommend to treat my nose? I show too much nostril (Photo)

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I have always been unhappy with my nose. I feel like it is too short and upturned, & my nostrils are always showing. I don't think my side profile is too bad, but I do think my nose is too wide for my face. I have been looking at surgeons b&a but unfortunately what I mostly see is fixing of humps or working on Caucasian noses which i don't have. I have medium thick skin, what should i be looking for in a surgeon when their clients don't look like me? If you think you can help please let me know

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question.As far as I can understand from your question.It is much better to work with a doctor who understands your wishes. For get rid of this image I recommend you Rhinoplasty surgery.It would be better face to face consultation.Best regards!

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Hi @Nnz bcar. Thank you for sharing your photos--you would be an excellent rhinoplasty patient. 
I recommend seeing an expert rhinoplasty specialist for an in person examination. There are several options for you that can be determined after examination. A rhinoplasty in my opinion is one of the most difficult procedures to perform. The skill, artistry, and technique of the surgeon is more important than the age. In my practice, I utilize piezosurgery. Piezosurgery is a more gentle technique that allows for greater precision. Less bruising and swelling is common with Piezosurgery. In a typical rhinoplasty, a hammer and chisel technique is performed leading to more inadvertent fractures. Best of luck, Dr. Nima!

Philip J. Miller, MD, FACS · Answer

I would recommend starting with a consultation with a board-certified facial plastic surgeon that specializes in rhinoplasty surgery to discuss if rhinoplasty can address your concerns. 
I would recommend writing down the following questions before scheduling your consultation:
1. Are you unhappy with the tip of your nose? 
2. Do you feel that your nose is too wide? 
3. Do you want to make your nostrils smaller in appearance? 
4. Are you looking to decrease the general size of your nose?
I hope some of these questions will help you pinpoint what it is that you don't like about your nose.  Cost will vary due to various factors like anesthesia fees, facilities fees, etc. I wish you the best as you research your options when scheduling a rhinoplasty consultation.
Sincerely,
Philip J. Miller, MD, FACS Double Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Kerem Sami Kaya, MD · Answer

Hi,The nasal bone shape looks good. To correct your complaints, tipplasty and alar base surgery may be sufficient. Of course, photos taken with a cell phone camera can be misleading. It is the most appropriate way to evaluate with clinical examination and photographing (by a regular camera) and decide what can be done in the surgery.Best regards

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

You may need subtle improvement improvement in the tip and base of the nose, based on these photos. Only on the basis of in person consultation with an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon, expert in rhinoplasty, it would be possible to discuss your goals and options. Good luck.

Tanveer Janjua, MD · Answer

Alarplasty:
Alarplasty is a very fine and quick procedure that can narrow the nostrils and reduce the flare to soften the appearance. It has other names as well like ‘Weir Excisions’ or ‘Nostril Reduction’. However, it is important to note that asymmetry of nostrils is common and cannot be corrected with alarplasty. Visit the alarplasty website to learn all about it.
Click on the video link below to see the details.
Regards
Dr. J

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Nnz bcar,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Based on your photos, it looks like you might be a candidate for rhinoplasty. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Richard Wellington Swift, MD · Answer

Thank you for posting your photos with your interesting question.  I recommend a rhinoplasty to narrow the bulbous tip, alar base resection and alar rim cartilage grafts to reduce the nostril show. Please have a consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who is experienced with rhinoplasty. Best wishes, Richard Wellington Swift, M. D., F.A.C.S.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Tanks for great posting of your photos. I would do alar base reduction, tip rhinoplasty, and slight elevation of hump are. Fee $10,000 ranges.

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Thank you for the question and photos and I would go on some consultations with experts that use digital photography to show you what can be accomplished with your nose and how it might be done after a full examination and discussion of desired results

Dr Corbin

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What would you recommend to treat my nose? I show too much nostril (Photo)

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