Could a rhinoplasty alone help with facial asymmetry? Or should I consider getting something else done? (Photo)

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18 years old, broke my nose as a little kid but I’m worried that it may have messed up more than just my nose, so I’m holding off on surgery until I can get an idea of what I’m working with.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

You would benefit from a rhinoplasty and septoplasty.  In your photograph from below, you can see your nose is leaning towards one side.  The procedure will take about 2 hours under general anesthesia and will cost $7,000.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Based on your photos, you appear to have a somewhat crooked nasal appearance on front view, and a low dorsal hump on profile that may be distracting. Depending on your examination, rhinoplasty surgery techniques may be considered for achieving a narrower and straighter nasal appearance along with a less projected and less distracting nasal profile appearance. I hope this helps. Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Bora Ok, MD · Answer

Hi from Istanbul! A rhinoplasty alone can certainly help in making your nose more straight, which would likely contribute to a more symmetrical appearance of your face. This alone could be sufficient to address your concerns. It's important to remember that slight asymmetries are normal in human anatomy. Best of luck to you!

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Your crooked nose may well be from a prior injury. This can be improved with a rhinoplasty although perfect symmetry is not always possible

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

It doesn’t look that trauma in the past has affected anything else but your nose. Since bone maturation age is behind you can safely consider  nose surgery now. Good luck.

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