I Want a Partial Rhinoplasty. Do You Think I Am Able to Do So and Have Great Results? (photo)

First, it is possible to get a rhinoplasty that only partially corrects a hump and droopy tip. However, there is no such thing as a "partial rhinoplasty" since you still have to address the entire nose even to get the subtle changes you are after. Any change you make to one side of the nose affects the appearance from other sides as well, since all the structures are interconnected inside. Your nose is asymmetric, and you have to keep in mind it is a 3D structure, so it's not like you can just shave down one side to make one photo angle look better and expect that the rest of the nose will look the same. It just doesn't work that way. That being said, you can leave a partial hump and you can leave the tip slightly droopy if that is the look you want. I understand your wanting to maintain your look, especially as an actress, and this can be achieved. Any surgeon who does a lot of rhinoplasty will caution you, however, because in many cases where patients push for a partial improvement, they come back later and request the full improvement that the surgeon wanted to do in the first place. This leads to frustration on both sides, and more cost and recovery time for the patient. Just make sure you communicate your exact desires to your surgeon, and see if the surgeon feels your expectations are reasonable and that he/she can deliver those results. It is really important that you trust the surgeon understands the aesthetics you find attractive. I do feel that by making the request for the surgeon to do less than what he/she thinks will make your nose look it's best, you also limit the results of the surgery. As long as you know that, and are still confident that you will be happy with minor changes, then you can proceed. In the right hands, you can get a rhinoplasty that reduces the hump and drooping tip and still look like "yourself" or a better version of you. It does not mean you have to lose your identity or get a "cookie-cutter" or stylized nose. Make sure you consult with board certified plastic or facial plastic surgeons with experience doing rhinoplasty.

Your problem, from my standpoint, is that you have yet to find a surgeon who you fully trust to do the right thing for your nose.having a rhinoplasty done entails a lot of trust and pretty much you need to be willing to leave it in the hands of a surgeon who you feel really knows what he or she is doing.

I do not believe it is possible to do a partial rhinoplasty. The goal is to keep your nose in some balance which is done by doing a full rhinoplasty. 

Thank you for the pictures and the question. Setting aside definitions of "partial" and "complete" rhinoplasty, each and every nasal surgery that I perform is customized to the unique features, aesthetic goals, and functional issues of the individual patient.  Filing down the bump partially, but not completely (and certainly without making a "scoop") is absolutely possible.  The same is true with raising the tip slightly but not significantly. I recommend meeting with a number of surgeons to discuss your goals. The relationship you have with your doctor is extremely important.  Best of luck!

It is possible to make subtle improvements to your nose that can enhance your own natural features without having any major changes take place, and your goals regarding surgery appear reasonable. Computer imaging software where your photo is morphed is a great way to get an idea of how the final result of surgery may appear. It also serves as a great communication tool between you and your prospective surgeon. I would recommend a consult with a board certified and experienced rhinoplasty specialist. He or she will be able to examine your nose in person and advise you. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.

         Each rhinoplasty patient will have different goals in mind and what you are suggesting is reasonable with regard to dorsal refinement and tip elevation.  Find a plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs hundreds of rhinoplasties and rhinoplasty revisions each year.  Then look at the plastic surgeon's website before and after photo galleries to get a sense of who can deliver the results.
Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

It's impossible to get a partial rhinoplasty performed on this nose and yet have it look natural. There is a large hump present which is composed of both bone and cartilage which will need to be shaved down. Even a partial shave of this hump will leave a flat top appearing nose. Osteotomies will be required to narrow the bridge line. The tip cartilages will need to be balanced with remainder of the nasal bridge line so it looks natural. For examples please see the link below to our rhinoplasty photo gallery

You should be able to have an excellent result if you choose the right surgeon. Main issue is that you convey your wishes clearly, which it seems you do. You have to be very clear with your surgeon and they must be clear about what is possible and what is not. It is always hard to give you the 100% best advice without seeing you but your goals do sound attainable. Seek a board certified plastic surgeon and if you have to interview 100 to get to the right one then do it.

I do not agree!!! You need a full rhinoplasty with possible septaloplasty as seen on the posted photos.///

Every patient has different goals and desires when it comes to rhinoplasty surgery.  Your concerns with shaving down part of your hump and raising the tip appear reasonable based on your photos.  It is best to have an in-person consultation so that the inside and outside of your nose can be properly evaluated and 3D computer imaging can help you visualize what you may look like afterwards.  Please  consult with a board certified specialist who can guide you towards achieving the goals you seek.