What Is Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty is a type of cosmetic surgery procedure used to change the shape and size of a patient’s nose. It can improve the nose’s proportion and balance relative to the rest of the face. There are several concerns a skilled surgeon can address with rhinoplasty:- Wide nose
- Overall size of a more prominent nose
- Bumps on the nose
- Long nasal tip
- Bulbous nasal tip
- Asymmetrical nose
- Small nasal passages
How Is Wide Nose Rhinoplasty Different?
Typically, a nose appears wider when the nasal bridge lacks height. While nose shapes are genetic, an injury or prior rhinoplasty can also cause a nose to appear disproportionately wide. The shape of the nose depends on the nasal bone that forms a pyramid starting at the bridge. To reshape the nose and narrow it, we need to fracture the pyramid to make smaller pieces that can move into place. The fractures are precisely crafted to thin the nose. This surgical procedure is called an osteotomy.Types of Rhinoplasty for Wide Noses
During a rhinoplasty, wide noses are reshaped using a medial or lateral osteotomy, or both. A medial osteotomy creates minor fractures in the middle area at the top of the nose. In contrast, a lateral osteotomy targets the nasal septum’s longer outer sections. After making the fractures, we reshape the nose to move pieces closer and form a narrower nasal structure. In a wide nose rhinoplasty, this step can vary depending on how we adjust your nose shape. There are three main types of rhinoplasty for wide noses: open, closed, and bulbous.Open Rhinoplasty for Wide Noses
During open rhinoplasty, wide noses are narrowed through incisions between the nostrils under the tip of the nose. We employ open wide nose rhinoplasty for noses that require a more thorough restructuring since the procedure allows for better visibility and access to the nasal bones.Closed Rhinoplasty for Wide Noses
During a closed rhinoplasty, wide noses are reshaped through incisions inside the nostrils. We perform closed wide nose rhinoplasty for noses that require minor restructuring due to this technique’s limited access and visibility.Bulbous Nose Rhinoplasty
A “bulbous” nose refers to a ball shape at the end of the nose. Causes of a bulbous nose include the following:- Excessive cartilage
- Extra space between cartilage zones
- Poorly defined cartilage
- Overlying soft tissue
Does a Wide Nose Rhinoplasty Leave Scars?
Since we place the small incision inside or between the nostrils, the incisions should not be visible. However, you can help the healing process by avoiding smoking, refraining from alcohol before and after your procedure, and avoiding strenuous exercise until we recommend that you can resume these activities.What to Expect from Rhinoplasty for Wide Noses
All of our rhinoplasty procedures begin with a surgical consultation. In your consultation, we’ll discuss the following:- Your medical history
- Your surgical goals
- Nose surgery options
- Your expected results