Sloped or Straight Nose Profile?

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I'm having septo/rhinoplasty next month and still haven't decided what would be best for me..I'm 5'2 petite 31yr old and I believe I read that for shorter women a slight slope would look best...my question is what is most requested by women a straight or slightly sloped profile? I do not want the ski-jump look ..just afraid of it might looking like that

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Dear Jenni01,
	
		With computer imaging, you can see what both version of your nose will look like, then you can decide
	
		Ultimately, it is your nose and it is up to you with what makes you happy
	
		When you are ready, please see a rhinoplasty expert who can address all of your concerns, and answer all of your questions


	Best regards,

	Nima Shemirani

Jeremy Hunt, MBBS, FRACS · Answer

The decision on the dorsum or bridge of the nose is a personal one, some people like what we call retruse, a slight slope and others prefer straight.  One guide will be you ethnic background, another will be your sex.  What looks good on a man will not look good on a women.

	It is true that shorter female faces suit a slight lope but no one wants a “ski jump” These are the personal decisions you need to discuss with the surgeon, look at before and afters of the surgeons work and try to think of that result on you.  This will make the path clear and then what you want can be matched by the best surgical procedure to achieve your goals.

	All the best

	Jeremy Hunt

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

If you're uncertain about the way you want your nose to look I would suggest video imaging. It's a great way to communicate to your surgeon what you expect from the operation.

Ronald Schuster, MD · Answer

Your question cannot be answered by anyone on this site. The appearance and goal you are seeking has to come from you. If you still do not know what you are looking for i suggest you reconsider your surgery. At the very least you need to discuss your concerns with your surgeon who would be able to help you the best. Communication is key and you want to try to get it right the first time.

Donald B. Yoo, MD, FACS · Answer

The ideal profile will depend on your height, ethnicity and your personal aesthetic.  I tend to like straighter profiles with a slight supratip break - think Grace Kelly.  A good way to determine if you'll like a certain profile is to have your surgeon perform computer morphing on a profile view of your nose.  That way you can compare the possibilities side by side.

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