Wide hooked nostrils. Am I a candidate for a non-surgical nose job? (Photo)

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I've hated my nose my whole life. It is very wide and flat. What bothers me most are how large and angular the nostrils are. When I smile the nostrils flare up even worse. I also hate how beak like the shape is. Am I a good candidate for a non surgical nose job? Not many people have my nose shape, but I have seen it done before. I would like a cuter tip, a narrower bridge and smaller nostrils without drastically changing my nose. Is this possible?

Manish H. Shah, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello,Thanks for your question. Unfortunately if will be difficult to attain what you want with non-surgical rhinoplasty. Use of filler in your nose can accomplish raising and narrowing the appearance of your bridge, and microsculpting the tip. You may be able to camouflage and lower the height of the nostrils, but that is the most difficult part. I would recommend that you consult with a rhinoplasty specialist to best understand all your options.Good luck,Dr. Shah

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

When somebody has a broad flat nose with flaring nostrils and a droopy underprojected tip, rhinoplasty surgery may be necessary for achieving a desired result. I do not believe fillers would lead to a result that you would find attractive. Thank you for your question. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

Nelson Lee Novick, MD · Answer

If the nostrils flare with smiling (i.e. upon motion) as you describe, then a tiny droplet of a neuromodulator (such as Botox, Dysport or Xeomin) injected into the base of the nostrils may prove helpful for diminishing the motion-related flare. If there is flattening of the nasal bridge, then the use of a volumizing filler can help to nonsurgically straighten the nose, and occasionally can also secondarily taper the nose by a slight upward pull. You would do well to seek consultation with a board certified aesthetic physician with experience and expertise in performing nonsurgical nose jobs. Best of luck.

Muhammad Mirza, MD (license suspended) · Answer

Thank you for your question! Fillers are a fantastic way to reshape and contour the nose. Of course, an office consultation would be necessary so you can explain your goals and the doctor can determine which course of action is best. Injections are often used to disguise a slight hump on the bridge of the nose, increase the height of the bridge, or reshape the tip.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist to go over your desired results. Facial fillers (voluma, restylane, juvederm) can be used to improve the symmetry of the nose. Surgery would be needed to improve nostrils or overall shape. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Basim A. Matti, MBChB FRCS · Answer

Hi and thank you so much for your question. It’s so difficult to advise regarding deciding between undergoing a surgical or non-surgical procedure without first meeting in person; I would recommend that you seek to consult with a few board-certified surgeons, first making notes as to the questions you wish to ask. Perhaps take some images along as to the outcome you desire. Wishing you all the best!

Shervin Naderi, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi.  So first of all yes you are a good candidate for non-surgical rhinoplasty but not for the nostril issue but rather to reshape the bridge and tip.  Overall you can get a nicer nose which will get your attention away from the nostrils.

David L. Cangello, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Unfortunately I don't think you are a candidate for this procedure.While it may help with some aspects of your nose, such as building up the dorsum, it will not help with others. Furthermore, non-surgical rhinoplasty is not a good long term solution for anyone. I find that the soft tissues of the nose thicken and the nose appears wider and bulkier over time after repeated injection. I would also recommend that you ONLY consult with a practitioner who is skilled in both surgical and non-surgical options. You don't want to find yourself in a position where you are convinced to have procedure that is not the best one for you, simply because the clinician can not offer you other alternatives. I hope this helps.

Abdulla Fakhro, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello lilred990, thank you for your pictures. It is hard to say what is going on with the picture you posted. It would be helpful if you could post pictures of your nose during smiling and in neutral. Nasal flaring is normal in most people when they smile. However, if it is excessive or if patients complain that its just too much, then surgery is the best option (again its hard to judge with what you have posted) in some people botox can be used but only a certified doctor should make that judgement. In your last picture you point out that you are also looking for adjustments to the tip/bridge, only surgery will help in that case!
hope this helps

Oleh Slupchynskyj, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

Hi,I dont think you can achieve permanent desired result with non-surgical rhinoplasty. Ethnic is by far the most challenging cosmetic operations in cosmetic surgery. This is because the anatomy and skin thickness requires special techniques to achieve desired results. I recommend looking for a board certified facial plastic surgeon who is experienced in ethnic rhinoplasty. Do your research and look at before and after photos from surgeons and make sure you like the results. Also, ask for computer imaging when you go for a consultation. This will allow you to get an idea of what your nose will look like after the surgery. Send me some photos if you would like to get your photos imaged to give you an idea.
Best of luck!
Dr. S.

Wide hooked nostrils. Am I a candidate for a non-surgical nose job? (Photo)

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