Can I get my tip lowered with less nostril show and a little deprojection in thick skin rhinoplasty? (Photo)

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I have had one surgery and asked for a very natural tip angle and I now have a high tip (for me) I know it's not the worst but it's not what I had in mind. I also didn't want my nose to be more projected. My nose feels too ' equilateral triangle-ish' , is it possible in thick skin to have my bridge lowered a tad , bring the tip down a bit and brought a little closer to my face. I'm not expecting a small barbie nose but just minor tweaks. In your profession opinion do you think its worth doing even?

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photographs, you may benefit from revision to derotate your tip with extended spreader grafts. Even in thick skin patients, this is possible. With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Can I get my tip lowered with less nostril show and a little deprojection in thick skin rhinoplasty? (Photo)

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