Hello, I am looking to see what the best options would be for Rhinoplasty. I fractured my nose over 10 years ago in a car accident which left me with a dent in the bridge of my nose on one side. I also have a wide bulbous tip. Is it possible to make the nose overall smaller while still keeping the same shape/natural looking? What is the average cost for this procedure?
Answer: It is indeed possible to decrease the nose's prominence and keep it natural-appearing. More ... The two cartilages that form the tip of your nose are broad and strong. They make the tip look wide. Those cartilages are usually also responsible for making a nose look long and for holding the tip out away from the face. So, we would use the profile view, and some other views, to see whether the tip of the nose should be elevated a bit and brought back closer to the face a bit. The dent can be addressed at the same time. How *much* to elevate the tip, or deproject the nose, or make other changes? We figure that out with morphs, well before surgery. I'd love for you to see some excellent professionally-designed morphs of what could possibly be done with your nose. Morphs could also help you identify better just what's bothering you, and help you set a goal for the rhinoplasty that's accurate for your tastes. Profile and three-quarter views would be particularly important in morphing your nose. (Side note: in my opinion, morphs should really be done by the surgeon, or he should direct an assistant as she makes the morphs. Morphs should be made with a constant eye to what actually *can* be done in surgery, for that particular nose, and the surgeon has that information and judgment best.) Remember that rhinoplasty is an exquisitely difficult operation to get right, and you should only have surgery if you are able to make yourself very confident in your surgeon's skills. The changes that your nose needs (the wide tip especially) require advanced techniques, and skill that most plastic surgeons don't possess with expertise. For most noses, it's much better to not have surgery than to have inexpertly-performed surgery. Read my essay on how to stay out of trouble while selecting a rhinoplasty surgeon. It also discusses how to take photos that are best for online evaluations.
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Answer: It is indeed possible to decrease the nose's prominence and keep it natural-appearing. More ... The two cartilages that form the tip of your nose are broad and strong. They make the tip look wide. Those cartilages are usually also responsible for making a nose look long and for holding the tip out away from the face. So, we would use the profile view, and some other views, to see whether the tip of the nose should be elevated a bit and brought back closer to the face a bit. The dent can be addressed at the same time. How *much* to elevate the tip, or deproject the nose, or make other changes? We figure that out with morphs, well before surgery. I'd love for you to see some excellent professionally-designed morphs of what could possibly be done with your nose. Morphs could also help you identify better just what's bothering you, and help you set a goal for the rhinoplasty that's accurate for your tastes. Profile and three-quarter views would be particularly important in morphing your nose. (Side note: in my opinion, morphs should really be done by the surgeon, or he should direct an assistant as she makes the morphs. Morphs should be made with a constant eye to what actually *can* be done in surgery, for that particular nose, and the surgeon has that information and judgment best.) Remember that rhinoplasty is an exquisitely difficult operation to get right, and you should only have surgery if you are able to make yourself very confident in your surgeon's skills. The changes that your nose needs (the wide tip especially) require advanced techniques, and skill that most plastic surgeons don't possess with expertise. For most noses, it's much better to not have surgery than to have inexpertly-performed surgery. Read my essay on how to stay out of trouble while selecting a rhinoplasty surgeon. It also discusses how to take photos that are best for online evaluations.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty Hello! Thank you for your question. From the photos you provided, I can say that your nose tip is very wide and you might have hanging columella. If you can provide photos with better lighting, from the side of your face and 1 meter away I would be able to make a proper evaluation. For get rid of this image and gain more elegant, slightly curved looking for your nose I recommend you rhinoplasty surgery. Best Regards!
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Answer: Rhinoplasty Hello! Thank you for your question. From the photos you provided, I can say that your nose tip is very wide and you might have hanging columella. If you can provide photos with better lighting, from the side of your face and 1 meter away I would be able to make a proper evaluation. For get rid of this image and gain more elegant, slightly curved looking for your nose I recommend you rhinoplasty surgery. Best Regards!
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March 22, 2023
Answer: Rhinoplasty Hi @Intuitive489653! You are a great candidate for a rhinoplasty. I recommend seeing an expert rhinoplasty specialist for an in person examination. There are several options for you that can be determined after examination. Best of luck, Dr. Nima!
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March 22, 2023
Answer: Rhinoplasty Hi @Intuitive489653! You are a great candidate for a rhinoplasty. I recommend seeing an expert rhinoplasty specialist for an in person examination. There are several options for you that can be determined after examination. Best of luck, Dr. Nima!
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February 2, 2023
Answer: Rhinoplasty: things you should know Thank you for your question and photos. It is possible to make conservative changes during a rhinoplasty procedure to redefine the tip and nasal hump while producing balanced, natural-looking results. The cost of rhinoplasty can have a broad range and depend on associated fees, such as anesthesia, facility, and surgeon’s fees. Keep in mind that rhinoplasty is one of the most complex of all plastic surgery procedures, requiring experience, skill, and even artistry to achieve an optimal outcome. I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon, with expertise in rhinoplasty techniques. They will be able to determine the best approach to help you achieve your aesthetic goals and discuss the overall cost of the procedure with you.
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February 2, 2023
Answer: Rhinoplasty: things you should know Thank you for your question and photos. It is possible to make conservative changes during a rhinoplasty procedure to redefine the tip and nasal hump while producing balanced, natural-looking results. The cost of rhinoplasty can have a broad range and depend on associated fees, such as anesthesia, facility, and surgeon’s fees. Keep in mind that rhinoplasty is one of the most complex of all plastic surgery procedures, requiring experience, skill, and even artistry to achieve an optimal outcome. I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon, with expertise in rhinoplasty techniques. They will be able to determine the best approach to help you achieve your aesthetic goals and discuss the overall cost of the procedure with you.
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January 17, 2023
Answer: closed atraumatic rhinoplasty Dear Intuitive489653, Thankyou for providing pictures for a better recommendation. In my professional opinion, closed atraumatic rhinoplasty can address your concerns, specifically the dorsal hump can be rasped and bulbous tip can be reduced and defined. Additionally, this procedure can help to achieve a feminine and sophisticated look. The average cost depend on the level of difficulty and the expertise of the doctor as well as the area the doctor is located in. I am attaching a link for before and after if you would like to look deeper into the procedure and what to expect. Regards, TAS TEAM
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January 17, 2023
Answer: closed atraumatic rhinoplasty Dear Intuitive489653, Thankyou for providing pictures for a better recommendation. In my professional opinion, closed atraumatic rhinoplasty can address your concerns, specifically the dorsal hump can be rasped and bulbous tip can be reduced and defined. Additionally, this procedure can help to achieve a feminine and sophisticated look. The average cost depend on the level of difficulty and the expertise of the doctor as well as the area the doctor is located in. I am attaching a link for before and after if you would like to look deeper into the procedure and what to expect. Regards, TAS TEAM
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December 20, 2022
Answer: Rhinoplasty You have very nice features. I think a small touch-up to your nasal tip would bring about the result you desire. A conservative cephalic trim of your lower lateral cartilages may be all that is required from what I can tell based on your pictures. Price varies considerably depending on your location as well as your surgeon.
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December 20, 2022
Answer: Rhinoplasty You have very nice features. I think a small touch-up to your nasal tip would bring about the result you desire. A conservative cephalic trim of your lower lateral cartilages may be all that is required from what I can tell based on your pictures. Price varies considerably depending on your location as well as your surgeon.
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