Should I get my teeth fixed before a rhinoplasty?

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Hello, I have crooked tooth and an underbite which I feel has an effect overall on my jawline shape and face appearance. So would it be more advisable to get braces and fix my teeth before doing a rhinoplasty since the doctor would not be able to decide on the appropriate nose shape reduction required as my jaw is misplaced? Or it’s not important? Thanks in advance

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello. Great question. By fixing your teeth, do you mean getting braces or surgically fixing your under bite. Images are needed to determine if its necessary to fix your teeth before undergoing a rhinoplasty procedure.

Suleyman Tas, MD, FEBOPRAS · Answer

Hello,
Thank you for your question. I would advise you to visit an orthodontist to fix your teeth issues before considering for a rhinoplasty by an experienced Board certified plastic surgeon. A golden ratio between facial features is taken into consideration while determining the ideal forms and proportions of a nose. More beautiful and natural looking nose can be achieved by the help of the Closed and Atraumatic technique in Rhinoplasty, which minimizes swelling and bruises; maximizes healing and prevents tissue damage. To find out more please click on the attached link.
Best Regards

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

Unless one is adjusting their bite and is going to have subsequent orthognathic jaw surgery, orthodontic adjustments done within the limits of the alveolar bone is not going to have any impact on the nose shape or appearance. Thus if you are having orthodontic treatment only it is not important whether it is done before, during or after orthodontic treatment.

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