In some cases, patients who visit our centers are surprised when the surgeon recommends treatment for a receeding chin in conjunction with a rhinoplasty. It is quite common to perform chin augmentation alone or in combination with rhinoplasty to balance facial features.
Surgery for the Tip of the Nose
If you believe the tip of your nose is too full and flat and lacks projection, this can be reduced by removing cartilage from the inside of the nose. Projection can be extended by using cartilage from the ear or nasal septum and grafted to the tip of the nose. Nasal tip surgery allows you to have a narrower nose with a better defined tip.
Columellar Reduction or Augmentation
The Columella is the area on the under of the nose between the nostrils. On some people, the Columella sticks out from the underside of the nose. This can be resolved by making a small incision inside the nose and lifting the Columella so it is less visible and protrusive. Columellar augmentation procedures are performed most frequently on Asian noses.
Dorsal Reduction or Augmentation
Dorsal surgery involves manipulating the "bridge" of the nose. Some people tend to have a significant amount of cartilage on the bridge, which gives the nose a hump-like appearance. This can be easily remedied with dorsal reduction. An incision is made inside the nose and the cartilage on the bridge and bone of the nose is reduced. The result is a smoother natural slope to the nose. Dorsal augmentation is commonly performed to enhance the bridge of Asian noses.
Minimizing Nostril Flair
Another common concern people share about their nose pertains to the flair or width of their nostrils. A narrow nose can be obtained with a procedure that removes tissues at the corners of the nostrils (Weir Excision). This procedure decreases the flare of the nostrils and creates a narrower looking nose. This procedure is often referred to as minimizing wedges.
Rhinoplasty for Breathing
Problems Your ability to breathe depends in part on the anatomical configuration inside your nose--including the condition of the nasal septum (cartilage that divides your internal nose into two chambers, a left and a right) as well as the nasal turbinates (tissue along the sides of the nasal wall). Your surgeon will examine the inside of your nose to determine the condition of your septum and turbinates. If your breathing may be improved by straightening your septum or reducing the size of your turbinates, your surgeon will let you know.
Previous injuries, allergies, heredity, emotions and seasonal changes also influence your ability to breathe. If you have a breathing problem, your surgeon will evaluate these and other factors at the time of consultation.
Take the next step: request a Free Consultation for a Nose Reshaping or Problems breathing through your Nose now and call us at 216.227.FACE today to schedule your appointment at the Western Reserve Center for Orofacial & Cosmetic Surgery with locations in Canton and Cleveland, Ohio.
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