One Side of Nose It Rising Up, the Skin Looks Thicker on One Side? (photo)

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Im 16 yrs old,asian female. My nose wasn't like this when i was a kid. I think it's the acne scarring. So one side of my nostril is higher than the other, and one side the skin is thicker. i don't want go get surgery. i heard that when u r still young, u can change ur nose a bit. i got a nose shaper thingy,will that help with the problem. what's wrong with my nose? if i press that side down, it'll look normal. is this uncommon? i saw people with acne and their nose doesnt look like that.

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Dear pielover9686,

	
		Acne scarring can cause changes in the way your nose looks
	
		You can try a nose reshaper, but it will probably not have any long term permanent effects
	
		You are also at an age where there are a lot of changes due to hormone levels
	
		Once you reach about 16-18, these changes stop and we can reassess the nose to see what would work out best


	Best regards,

	Nima Shemirani

Deidra Blanks, MD · Answer

Most likely the changes you are seeing in your nose could be related to hormone fluctuations, growth and your face taking on a overall adult look. I don't think a nose shaper will make any permanent changes. I would definitely treat any acne or skin concerns you may have, but wait on the rhinoplasty until you stop seeing changes.

One Side of Nose It Rising Up, the Skin Looks Thicker on One Side? (photo)

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