Rhinoplasty in New York City

• Dorsal hump - the bump at the bridge of the nose
• Nasal Width - a nose that is too wide or too narrow
• Asymmetry - a nose that is twisted or deviated
• Prominent Nasal Tip - a nasal tip that is round, bulbous, fatty, or disproportionate

• Drooping Nasal Tip - the angle between the upper lip and lower nose (columella) is less than 90 degrees
• Post-traumatic deformities - shape aberrations after nasal injury
• Nasal airway problems - internal valve collapse and septal deviation

There are two primary rhinoplasty technical approaches: open rhinoplasty, and closed rhinoplasty. Both place incisions within the internal nostril region, and the open rhinoplasty approach adds an inconspicuous incision (a few millimeters) on the undersurface of the columella (between the nostrils). The most appropriate rhinoplasty incisions will be selected based on the specific structural modifications required.

A prominent nasal hump can be reduced and smoothed, a wide nose can be narrowed, a full nasal tip can be refined, and a drooping nasal tip can be elevated to a more attractive, natural position, among other enhancements. The sum is greater than the individual maneuvers; creating soft, elegant lines, and beautiful, natural proportion is the goal.

Creating or maintaining a functional "foundation" is indeed paramount, and all maneuvers to maintain or improve breathing will be undertaken. Certain rhinoplasty techniques, for example, employ the use of spreader grafts that can be used to improve both the appearance and the function of the nose. Is there a minimally invasive rhinoplasty? For the vast majority of candidates for rhinoplasty, the maneuvers described will most often be required. There is, however, a role in certain circumstances for injectable fillers, such as Juvederm or Restylane, for enhancing nasal aesthetics.