Is It Possible to Thin the Skin on the Nose?

August 30, 2009
Asked By:radicalcad in Los Angeles, CA

I've had thick skin on my nose since forever. I am looking into getting a nose job and I know the issues with thick skin involved in nose jobs. It also wouldn't hurt if I could have more minor issues like blackheads and excess oil dissipate, as well as thinning skin solution. Is there anything I can do to thin the skin on my nose? I have heard in the past that topical prescription corticosteroids naturally thin skin with long-term usage. Would doing this give my nose a better starting point for surgery? Can any dermatologist help me out?

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March 16, 2021

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December 18, 2020

Answer: Thinning the nose - choose a qualified surgeon

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November 26, 2018

Answer: Can the skin on the nose be thinned?

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November 26, 2018

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November 23, 2016

Answer: Thinning the Skin during Rhinoplasty and Nose surgery

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