How badly deviated is my nose and do I need surgery? (Photo)

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My nose isn’t symmetrical and I wanted to get an opinion on how badly deviated they are and if I need surgery

Barry M. Weintraub, MD, FACS · Answer

Based solely on your one photo, your nose appears to have a normal amount of asymmetry, as no two sides will ever be exactly the same. In regard to having a deviated septum, this could only be properly assessed with a physical examination. To answer your question about if you need surgery, the answer is, “No!” Nobody needs cosmetic surgery. It is truly all up to you as to what you want. I recommend you consult in person with a board certified plastic surgeon who has decades of experience in rhinoplasty surgery.

Vasileios Vasilakis, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for the question. Your deviation is not bad. Whether you are a good candidate for rhinoplasty depends on many factors such as the anatomy of the remaining parts of the nose, your breathing and your goals. An in-person examination is necessary. I wish you the best of luck. Vasileios Vasilakis, MD. Double board-certified, fellowship-trained plastic surgeon, Houston. TX.

Zeynep Erol, MD · Answer

Hello, I need to examine your in nose.But your nasal dorsum a little bit asymmetric and this problem can fix rhinoplasty.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Your nose is slightly crooked but not terrible. If you want to get surgery just to straighten the nose I wouldn't bother. Realize that if you start out crooked, making you perfectly straight is never a sure thing. In fact you're likely to still be a little crooked, no matter who performs the procedure. Would you be okay with that?

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

It is impossible to give you good advise based on this single photo! You may have small septum deviation visible on front view and if that is the only thing that bothers you, skillful application of filler may correct that. However, it would be in your best interest to seek in person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with good reputation in rhinoplasty. Good luck.

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