Could I get a good results with a tipplasty and a light rasping of my bridge rather than going for a full rhinoplasty? (photo)

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I’m considering having nose surgery to improve the appearance on my nose. I’d like something a bit more classical in ‘western beauty standards’. I’m wondering if I could get good results with a tipplasty and a light rasping of my bridge rather than going for a full rhinoplasty. My issues are a bulbous over projected tip with a small bridge hump. I may also have a deviated septum which you can see by the protrusion at the bottom right of my nostril. Is a closed operation also on the table?

Christopher David Jones, MBBS, BSc, FRCS (Plast) · Answer

From the photo provided you would almost certainly need an open rhinoplasty to address the entire shape of the nose +/- septum (if this is actually deviated). A columella strut graft is probably needed to support the tip and control its position.
I would advise that you see a Plastic surgeon with an interest in facial aesthetics for full assessment. All the best.

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question.
 As far as I can understand from your question ,I recommend a rhinoplasty operation for the correction of your deviation and at the same time for a more elegant nose, this is definitely the permanent and safest method. The situation you should pay attention to here is that your surgeon is an ent doctor and at the same time a facial plastic surgeon is very important in terms of not having breathing problems in the future. open operation is a more accurate method in terms of your surgeon's opinion and safety.
It would be better face to face consultation.
Best Regards!

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

If you just have your dorsal bump removed from your nose, it would result in a wider nasal appearance. It's called an open roof deformity. This is why we nearly routinely perform osteotomies on patients who request hump reduction. I hope this is helpful. Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photograph, you would benefit from a compete structural rhinoplasty rather than just a tip plasty.  It is so important to properly support the tip so it does not droop and is not over projected.  With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person.

Best wishes and good luck.

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

Paul E. Chasan, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. You are an excellent candidate for rhinoplasty. You are not a candidate for a tip-plasty. When you shave off the dorsal hump, there is a an open roof. You have to infracture the nose in order to recreate the roof. 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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