Would it be possible to straighten how crooked this is, realistically? (Photos)

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I understand that perfection is not usually achievable in terms of rhinoplasty and that cartilage often has a memory and csn drift back over tine. But with that in mind, would it be realistically possible to straighten my nose more either with a traditional rhinoplasty or with injectables?

Steven M. Denenberg, MD · Answer

Straightening the frontal view of a nose is often not very predictable. However, when we have the opportunity to change the overall size or shape of the nose, that helps a lot in working on asymmetries. For example, (caveat: my assessment is based on these few small photos, but here goes anyway) if you love your nose exactly as it is, and just want it symmetric from the front, I'd probably advise against trying, because the attempt is more likely to change one asymmetry for another, or make the nose look wider, or add some new feature that would bug you. On the other hand, (and don't let me talk you into anything) your nose seems a bit wide-ish and long-ish. If we were changing those features of the nose at the same time as trying to address the asymmetry, it's much more likely that we'd be able to make improvements in the asymmetry. Also, any remaining asymmetry, since it's sitting on an overall smaller nose, would appear smaller just because of that.

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photographs, you are a great candidate for rhinoplasty. Maneuvers for your surgery would include dorsal hump reduction, tip refinement, nasal tip deprojection, tip elevation, among other maneuvers. This can also be designed to straighten your nose. With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified rhinoplasty surgeon who can evaluate you in person.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Correcting a crooked nose is difficult and not always successful
However I think you are a good candidate  for a rhinoplasty. You may not get a perfectly straight nose but I think you could expect a nice improvement

Paul E. Chasan, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. You are an excellent candidate for rhinoplasty, but do not think just the tip-plasty would be sufficient. I think it is one of the most beautifying surgeries that we do as plastic surgeons. A large portion of my practice is dedicated to rhinoplasty surgery. It is important to only see plastic surgeons with extensive experience in rhinoplasty, ie perform at least 6 per month and have performed hundreds of cases. Also, critically evaluate on-line galleries to see if their art form resonates with yours. Rhinoplasty is definitely a grey haired plastic surgeon's sport. Best wishes to you.

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