Can anything be done about excess nostril on one side causing asymmetry? (Photo)

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Hi, I’d like to find out what minor surgical options might be possible just to fix nasal assumetry - I’ve had a full rhinoplasty consultation and don’t want to go whole hog but there’s excess skin/cartilage on one side, even when I use my fingers to straighten the tip there’s still assymetry so just seems to be more cartilage one side. Is there a minor procedure that can trim this excess down a bit and improve the assymetry? Or can filler be injected the other side to even it out?

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

In our experience, nostril symmetry is best judged on a front view. We can see on your front view that you have excessive nostril show on both sides with an exaggerated arch to your nostril margin on your right. Depending on your examination, microdroplet Silikon-1000 injections maybe considered for nostril lowering and improving upon nostril symmetry. I hope this is helpful! Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

Based on your pictures, you could be a great candidate for a Tip Plasty. A tip plasty is a surgical procedure that focuses on modifying the nasal tip. It involves reshaping and refining the cartilage of the tip to improve symmetry and achieve a more balanced appearance. Excess cartilage on one side can be trimmed or reshaped to match the other side, addressing the asymmetry you mentioned.

If the asymmetry is due to a deficiency of cartilage on one side, cartilage grafting may be an option. This procedure involves taking cartilage from another area of the body, such as the septum or ear, and using it to augment the deficient side of the nose. The graft can help create better symmetry and balance.

Regarding the use of fillers, they can be an alternative for minor adjustments in some cases. Injectable fillers can be strategically placed to even out certain asymmetries by adding volume to one side. However, fillers are temporary solutions, and the effects typically last for several months to a year. If you're considering this option, consult with a skilled injector or your surgeon to discuss the feasibility and potential outcomes.

I hope this helps, 
best of luck !

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