Does a Rhinoplasty give me a "perfect" nose? (photos)

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It's been a month since I started considering rhinoplasty done. I need an opinion from different surgeons regarding my expectation and real results. Basically is it worth to get a surgery done? Or the surgery will not dramatically change the shape of my nose? What are my options? Which type of rhinoplasty I need to go for? My face got asian-mongolian features, I have wide nose and I would like to have a thin beautiful nose.

Elliot M. Heller, MD · Answer

There is no such thing as a Perfect Nose...having a rhinoplasty does help improve the shape of the face and give new definition to your face. Definitely consult your surgeon.

Robert Singer, MD · Answer

There is no such
thing as the "perfect nose".  While a rhinoplasty can improve
and refine your appearance, it is an elective procedure and only you can
determine if your nasal features concern you enough to do something about
improving the cosmetic appearance of your nose and whether it would worthwhile.
You must be realistic about the result and realize that what is
"perfect" for one patient would not be for someone else.

Following the advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes
to tell you exactly what to do based on limited 2 dimensional photos without examiningyou,
physically feeling the tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full
medical history, and discussing the pros and cons of the operative procedure
would not be in your best interest. I would suggest you find a plastic surgeon
with extensive nasal surgery experience who is certified by the American Board
of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic
Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) or the Canadian Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
(CSAPS) that you trust and are comfortable with.  You should discuss
your concerns with that surgeon in person.

Additional information about the procedure will help you decide if it is a
procedure that you want to pursue.

Robert Singer, MD FACS

La Jolla, California

Philip Solomon, MD, FRCS · Answer

You appear to have thick skin and Asian features.  Rhinoplasty for Asian noses typically have the common  goal of enhancing nasal  tip definition reducing nasal width and augmenting or building up the nasal bridge.  Your nostrils are relatively small so  one should be cautious about narrowing the nasal base.  Your expectations must be realistic.  You should see a few surgeons prior to proceeding with rhinoplasty  surgery.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

From the photographs it looks as though you may need to have some dorsal augmentation as well as definition of the tip. It would be useful to show you this by way of video imaging to make certain this is what you had on your mind.

Michael T. Somenek, MD · Answer

To get a more accurate assessment of your nose, you need to schedule a consultation with a rhinoplasty specialist. This will allow you to get a thorough examination and evaluation which should include photos and computer imaging. You will then be able to better understand what is a reasonable expectation for your nose.

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