Correction of a bulbous nose tip with rhinoplasty
What is a bulbous nose tip?
The nose is one of the most visible and identifiable parts of our face. It's no surprise, then, that many of us analyze it and decide to consider corrective procedures if there are inconsistencies in its appearance. Noses come in all shapes and sizes. It is possible to have a wider, uniquely shaped tip that is out of proportion to the rest of the face. Some people have round, wide, swollen nasal tips with little or no contour or definition. This is called a bulbous tip or point, which can be corrected with a nose tip rhinoplasty.
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What causes a bulbous nose tip?
If you are curious about the cause of your bulbous nose, you can schedule an appointment with our board-certified plastic surgeon so that he or she can evaluate it and provide professional advice. Bulbous nose is usually caused by thicker skin around the tip of the nose, weak cartilage or hypertrophic lower lateral cartilage under the skin that has not formed properly. The cause can also be a combination of these and other factors. The cause of your bulbous nose tip determines the technique that the surgeon will use to correct it.
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Patient guideHow to repair a bulbous nose tip?
It is common to correct bulbous nose tips with a rhinoplasty, usually called nose tip surgery. Rhinoplasty is known to reshape the nose, giving it a softer but more pointed appearance. By refining and reforming the cartilage, the surgeon can adjust the shape of the tip during a rhinoplasty. All noses are different and come in different shapes and sizes, which makes us all unique, but the most sought-after tip shape is the pointed, sloping one.
The plastic surgeon uses his sculpting skills to give patients their dream nose shape using a suturing technique that leaves it looking natural and proportionate to its other features.
The bulbous tip can be corrected in a rhinoplasty to improve the size and/or shape of the entire nose or in a more minimalist rhinoplasty specifically targeting the tip of the nose. It is less common, however, for surgeons to target only the tip during rhinoplasty because, in some circumstances, this can lead to weakness over time. If the wider shape of your nose is due to thicker skin around the tip, the surgeon can reduce it.
Operative escapes and recovery time
The downtime after a bulbous nose tip rhinoplasty is about two weeks. During this time, you should rest with your head in an elevated position as often as possible. On the day of the operation, you will leave the clinic with a cast, bandage and stitches. The bandage can be removed 2 to 3 days after surgery.
The surgeon will give you specific instructions on cleaning and maintaining the area until the cast and stitches can be removed, which is in a little over a week. Do not be concerned if you notice any swelling after your rhinoplasty. Any swelling is normal and will gradually subside within a few months. You will not see the final results until one year after the procedure. Rest assured, 90% of the swelling disappears within the first three months after surgery. Since tip rhinoplasty is primarily targeted at the tip, the most sensitive part of the nose, the healing time is likely to be the longest of any area of the nose. After your nose tip rhinoplasty, avoid driving for five to seven days, non-contact sports for three weeks and contact sports for six weeks.
Nhinoplasty is not a surgery you can skip and go straight back to the gym to do your usual weight training and cardio. Be patient and give yourself time to rest so that your nose heals properly and a repeat surgery is not considered. The results will be worth it, especially when you see the nose of your dreams and its fine, pointed tip.
If you think you are a candidate for rhinoplasty to correct a nose with a bulbous tip, schedule an appointment with our surgeon today!
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Patient guideWhat do the results look like after nose tip rhinoplasty?
Most swelling will dissipate about three months after surgery, while final results take about a year. At the beginning of the results, you will see that the tip of your nose is proportionate to the bridge in size, shape and width.
Am I a candidate for nose tip rhinoplasty?
Once the splints and dressings are removed, bruising and swelling prevent you from enjoying the benefits of rhinoplasty. These gradually resolve, but the structure of the nose continues to evolve, and it can take up to 12 months to see the final result of cosmetic nose surgery.
How much does nose tip rhinoplasty cost in Turkey?
The price of a cosmetic nose tip surgery is determined by the rhinoplasty technique used and whether it is performed alone or as part of a standard rhinoplasty or septoplasty. To learn more about rhinoplasty pricing in Turkey, request an online consultation and free quote.
Am I a good candidate for nose tip rhinoplasty?
To be a candidate for this type of rhinoplasty of any kind, you must be old enough that your facial features have finished growing. If your goal is to correct the tip of your nose, it should be analyzed by a professional to ensure that it is a bulbous tip that can be corrected by refining and repositioning the cartilage or tissue. Other characteristics of a good candidate for nose tip rhinoplasty include:
- You are in good general health
- You don't smoke
- You have realistic expectations about your results
- The size and/or shape of your nose messes with your confidence
Because the nose is such an important characteristic of each of us, when you correct something that has lowered your self-esteem, your life can really change for the better and help improve your mental health.
