When I smile I get this line/dent in my nose. What is it called? Why do I have it? Its only on the left side of my nose not the other. Ive never had rhinoplasty before. Is it fixable or is that just how my nose is shaped?
May 25, 2013
Answer: Why is There an Indent in my Nostril when I Smile?
This is a bit subtle, but this can be improved with a variety of approaches. I am not sure I would necessarily recommend a rhinoplasty for this, but I would have to examine you in animation and in relaxation. Find a plastic surgeon who performs hundreds of rhinoplasties each year. Then look at the plastic surgeon's website before and after photo galleries to get a sense of who can deliver the results. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
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May 25, 2013
Answer: Why is There an Indent in my Nostril when I Smile?
This is a bit subtle, but this can be improved with a variety of approaches. I am not sure I would necessarily recommend a rhinoplasty for this, but I would have to examine you in animation and in relaxation. Find a plastic surgeon who performs hundreds of rhinoplasties each year. Then look at the plastic surgeon's website before and after photo galleries to get a sense of who can deliver the results. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
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May 28, 2013
Answer: Nostril indention upon animation
The nostril indention can be caused by the a concave or inverted lower lateral cartilage on the affected side, and a active depressor septae ligament the tethers the tip downwards upon animation. Both of these can be addressed with a rhinoplasty procedure.
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May 28, 2013
Answer: Nostril indention upon animation
The nostril indention can be caused by the a concave or inverted lower lateral cartilage on the affected side, and a active depressor septae ligament the tethers the tip downwards upon animation. Both of these can be addressed with a rhinoplasty procedure.
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