Rhinoplasty for a round nose?

Question

can I benefit from a rhinoplasty of the tip of the nose. I love my profile, it's good... but from the front, my nose is too big and round. Is it possible to refine it? am I an easy case?

Zachary Farhood, MD · Answer

Hi. Yes, based on your simulated photo it is possible to achieve a shape similar to that. I would also consider a dorsal reduction at the same time to further harmonize your nose. Rhinoplasty is not an easy operation. Just ask the experts :)

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question.As far as I can see from your photo you are suitable for rhinoplasty surgery. For get rid of this image and more natural and elegant nose I recommend you rhinoplasty surgery.It would be better face to face consultation.Best regards!

Bora Ok, MD · Answer

Hi from Istanbul! Reducing the size of the cartilages at the tip and suture shaping to bring them together would lessen the bulbous appearance and provide a better definition at the tip. However, tip reduction would cause the nasal bridge to look too wide compared to the tip; therefore, the bridge would also have to be reduced via osteotomies to provide harmony and a more proportionate look. It might sound complicated, but it is a frequently done type of surgery, yielding natural and aesthetically pleasing results. Best of luck on your journey!

Jeffrey H. Spiegel, MD · Answer

You have what we refer to as a bulbous tip. This can be shaped towards the results you show by adjusting the cartilage under the nose.  You should plan on meeting an experienced facial plastic surgeon who can do this readily.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Yes, you would benefit from a rhinoplasty to change the tip of the nose.  This is done by manipulating the cartilage and the medial and lateral crura.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Rhinoplasty for a round nose?

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