In some cases, as in the one above, a large nose is accompanied by a weak chin. In these patients, a small chin advancement and a modest Rhinoplasty puts the face in balance and avoids an artificial look. This type of analysis is best done with a sophisticated computer imaging system. Nothing is worse than a surgeon going to the operating room with an idea in his or her mind that is different from what the patient visualized and looks forward to. A can be seen in many photos, narrowing a wide nose can make eyes that look very small, look large and much more attractive.
Cheekbone definition can appear to improve and the lips often look better as well.
These changes can be talked about, but visualizing the new facial relationships on the computer can be truly amazing. After Reshaping the Nose Nasal reshaping can take from one to three hours and is done on an outpatient basis. In most cases no internal packing is needed. A small splint is usually worn for about one week. Black and Blue around the eyes can occur, but is actually unusual with modern techniques.