Is it possible to shorten the vertical length of the nose and then do a lip lift to reduce the space between the eyes and mouth?

Hi Monique,Typically, if atrophy occurs from a steroid shot, then it reverses completely 3-6 months later. If you have not waited that long, then don't do anything permanent yet. Fillers would be the best option. After that, I would suggest fat grafting or excision of the area.

Nasal fractures may result in no change to the outward appearance, or they can be significantly deforming.  The nose has many parts that give it structure and support.  Injury to bone, cartilage, connective tissues and skin all can contribute to this.  Scar tissue development following injury ca...

It is possible to have tip work only, but a full assessment of the nose would need to be performed to ensure you obtain the best possible result. I would recommend a consult with a board certified rhinoplasty specialist. He/she will evaluate your nose and determine what you may benefit from....

    I think that tip refinement and alar base modification would be appropriate.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

It can be really hard on you to come back to work so soon. However, as long as you switch to over the counter pain medication you can definitely go back to driving and light work.  You will be swollen and bruised a lot. Patients sometimes have hard time breathing therefore talking to your...

In general, the more complex a rhinoplasty becomes, the more time it takes and therefore the greater the cost.  That being said, do you really need a radix graft to get a nice result?  I think the radix graft is one of the most overused techniques in rhinoplasty and is really just a way to av...