Most of the Rhinoplasty before and after photos involve people with a bump on their nose bridge or with noses that are too tall. I'm Asian and my nose bridge is low and short and my actualy nose is wide and round. Most people's nostrils can be seen from the side, but mine can't. They show up in front, making it look pig-like. I haven't seen any before and after photos of people' with noses like mine, so I don't know if it can be fixed.
Answer: How to fix a wide and flat nose The nose you describe is typical of many asian patients. However, many different patients of varied ethnicities have issues like the ones you describe. African american, Latin American, Filipino, and many other ethnicities can have this type of architecture. A 'narrow' nose is one which has deep shadows along the sides of the nose and a nice highlight in the center. In order to provide this, the nose has to have a certain height. If the nose is too flat, then it gets washed out and does not have the contrast to appear narrow. Typically, cartilage grafts and, occasionally, silicone grafts, are used to establish this height. Which one you would need depends on your individual anatomy and personal goals. This is true for both the tip and the dorsum (upper 2/3 of the nose). Hope it helps you feel more confident that you can achieve the look you are seeking. Best of luck. A representative before and after has been posted to my profile. Feel free to look at it. Hope it is helpful.
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Answer: How to fix a wide and flat nose The nose you describe is typical of many asian patients. However, many different patients of varied ethnicities have issues like the ones you describe. African american, Latin American, Filipino, and many other ethnicities can have this type of architecture. A 'narrow' nose is one which has deep shadows along the sides of the nose and a nice highlight in the center. In order to provide this, the nose has to have a certain height. If the nose is too flat, then it gets washed out and does not have the contrast to appear narrow. Typically, cartilage grafts and, occasionally, silicone grafts, are used to establish this height. Which one you would need depends on your individual anatomy and personal goals. This is true for both the tip and the dorsum (upper 2/3 of the nose). Hope it helps you feel more confident that you can achieve the look you are seeking. Best of luck. A representative before and after has been posted to my profile. Feel free to look at it. Hope it is helpful.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty Techniques It’s not unusual for Asian patients to have many of the nasal characteristics that you describe. Asian patients often have rounded nostrils, flat nasal bridges, short nasal length, and an upward tilt of the nasal tip. When these anatomic findings are combined they make Asian rhinoplasty one of the more significant challenges in plastic surgery. Unfortunately, without pictures or a physical examination it’s virtually impossible to make specific recommendations in your case. In general terms, the nasal dorsum can be lengthened and augmented with cartilage and bone grafting techniques. The nasal tip can be remolded with a variety of techniques that are designed to reshape the lower lateral cartilages. If you’re considering correction of this type of problem, it’s important to consult a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in this area. This surgeon should be able to formulate a treatment plan that addresses your anatomic finding and achieves your aesthetic goals.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty Techniques It’s not unusual for Asian patients to have many of the nasal characteristics that you describe. Asian patients often have rounded nostrils, flat nasal bridges, short nasal length, and an upward tilt of the nasal tip. When these anatomic findings are combined they make Asian rhinoplasty one of the more significant challenges in plastic surgery. Unfortunately, without pictures or a physical examination it’s virtually impossible to make specific recommendations in your case. In general terms, the nasal dorsum can be lengthened and augmented with cartilage and bone grafting techniques. The nasal tip can be remolded with a variety of techniques that are designed to reshape the lower lateral cartilages. If you’re considering correction of this type of problem, it’s important to consult a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in this area. This surgeon should be able to formulate a treatment plan that addresses your anatomic finding and achieves your aesthetic goals.
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January 30, 2018
Answer: Asian rhinoplasty An ethnic shaped nose such as you describe can be reshaped with rhinoplasty but the rhinoplasty surgeon MUST have vast experience and expertise in Asian rhinoplasty. It is important that you consult with a board certified plastic surgeon or board certified facial plastic surgeon with extensive experience in this type of surgery. Ask to see before and after photos of their own patients. The rhinoplasty surgeon should also have substantial knowledge of nasal anatomy. You want your first rhinoplasty to be your only rhinoplasty and these qualities in a rhinoplasty surgeon are essential.
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January 30, 2018
Answer: Asian rhinoplasty An ethnic shaped nose such as you describe can be reshaped with rhinoplasty but the rhinoplasty surgeon MUST have vast experience and expertise in Asian rhinoplasty. It is important that you consult with a board certified plastic surgeon or board certified facial plastic surgeon with extensive experience in this type of surgery. Ask to see before and after photos of their own patients. The rhinoplasty surgeon should also have substantial knowledge of nasal anatomy. You want your first rhinoplasty to be your only rhinoplasty and these qualities in a rhinoplasty surgeon are essential.
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February 26, 2010
Answer: Asian rhinoplasty There are a variety of options. As you have stated the majority of caucasian noses undergo reduction rhinoplasty (reduced size) whereas you are describing an augmentation rhinoplasty enlarged size). This frequently necesstitates grafts which may require a rib or ear carilage donor site.
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February 26, 2010
Answer: Asian rhinoplasty There are a variety of options. As you have stated the majority of caucasian noses undergo reduction rhinoplasty (reduced size) whereas you are describing an augmentation rhinoplasty enlarged size). This frequently necesstitates grafts which may require a rib or ear carilage donor site.
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December 28, 2017
Answer: You can lower your nostrils on the front view with a Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty. It is difficult to obtain significant tip narrowing and projection in some Asian noses. This is usually due to thick skin, and relatively weak tip cartilages. Your septal cartilage may be short and weak as well which is limiting when grafts are considered to refine, and project your tip. You should consult several board-certified, experienced Rhinoplasty specialists with many photos if you'd like to proceed with a nose job. Would you be happy if your nostrils were lowered on your front view? I've had excellent success using Silikon-1000 for permanent results. I've attached a link to my Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty photos for your perusal; many photos demonstrate nostril lowering. I hope this is helpful for you.
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December 28, 2017
Answer: You can lower your nostrils on the front view with a Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty. It is difficult to obtain significant tip narrowing and projection in some Asian noses. This is usually due to thick skin, and relatively weak tip cartilages. Your septal cartilage may be short and weak as well which is limiting when grafts are considered to refine, and project your tip. You should consult several board-certified, experienced Rhinoplasty specialists with many photos if you'd like to proceed with a nose job. Would you be happy if your nostrils were lowered on your front view? I've had excellent success using Silikon-1000 for permanent results. I've attached a link to my Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty photos for your perusal; many photos demonstrate nostril lowering. I hope this is helpful for you.
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February 24, 2010
Answer: Rhinoplasty in Asian with Wide Nose, Porcine Like Nostrils Hi Change, It is possible to improve the appearance of your wide nose and unattractive(ly described at least) nostrils. An experienced and skilled rhinoplasty surgeon will be able to diagnose your deformity after examining your nose, and then explain to you what you can expect from corrective rhinoplasty. Do choose your rhinoplasty surgeon most carefully. Good luck and be well. Dr. P
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February 24, 2010
Answer: Rhinoplasty in Asian with Wide Nose, Porcine Like Nostrils Hi Change, It is possible to improve the appearance of your wide nose and unattractive(ly described at least) nostrils. An experienced and skilled rhinoplasty surgeon will be able to diagnose your deformity after examining your nose, and then explain to you what you can expect from corrective rhinoplasty. Do choose your rhinoplasty surgeon most carefully. Good luck and be well. Dr. P
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