Nose Reshaping, At A Glance
- Best ResultsImmediate
- Treatment RecoveryImmediate, no downtime
- Procedure Time15 to 30 minutes
- Skin SpecialistDermatologist, Davin Lim
- Duration of Results12 -24 months
- AnaestheticNumbing within the hydration treatment
- Back to WorkImmediately
- Cost$$
Nose Reshaping
The nose plays a central role in facial proportion and balance, and subtle variations in shape or alignment can influence overall symmetry and profile. During consultation, evidence-based non-surgical options may help support facial harmony by creating three-dimensional refinement with minimal downtime. These treatments can smooth irregularities, enhance definition, and improve visual balance, with results typically lasting many months.
FactsFacts on Nose Reshaping
- Nose balancing aims to improve overall facial proportion rather than simply changing nose size or shape.
- Carefully placed treatments may help smooth irregularities, enhance definition, and support profile balance.
- Results are typically visible straight after treatment, with little to no downtime for most patients.
- Outcomes vary between individuals, and effects generally last many months before gradual fading.
Can one reshape the nose without surgery?
Some non-surgical approaches to nasal balance may involve prescription-only medicines or regulated medical devices. In accordance with Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) requirements, these treatments are not publicly advertised and are discussed privately during consultation.
What is Asian non-surgical rhinoplasty?
This procedure is to give more shape to noses, mainly the bridge of the nose. Ethnics often have a less projected nasal bridge, with hydrating treatments we can strengthen the bridge, giving better shape, projection & definition.
The nasal tip can be projected and result is a sharper nose. In addition, the nasal spine can be enhanced. This results in better projection as well as a slight narrowing from alar to alar.
How does adding structure to the nose reduce a big nose?
By creating an illusion. I can highlight the tip & sharpen the nose. This gives an illusion that the nose is smaller.
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👉Cons: It’s off label. Downtime of 48+ hours (still less than 1927 Fraxel & IPL). With the marked cytokine release, I now give a short sharp application of topical CS post treatment to reduce post treatment swelling. For patients with pigment > solar dysplasia, I prefer pico to thulium lasers (& TCA-Jesser peels). The Picosure Pro by #Cynosure is really that good👍🏻
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😎Davin Lim
Dermatologist
Brisbane/Sydney🇦🇺
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What is the recovery process like following hydrating treatments to this area?
Minimal recovery required as hydrating treatments are placed deeply. Bruising is rare. One can reduce the likelihood of bruise by stopping- Anti-inflammatories, Aspirin, Fish Oil, Vitamin E & other blood thinners for 12 days prior to the procedure.
After liquid rhinoplasty, you may experience mild pain, swelling, and redness where your injection was inserted. Within an hour or two, the injection should start to settle. The redness should start to subside, and you’ll be able to better see your desired results.
As far as downtime, people who swear by liquid rhinoplasty love that there’s practically no recovery time. You can be back to work the very same day. I ask my patients to refrain from heavy exercise for 24 hours. No goggles (swimming – diving- respirator masks) for 5 days.
Are nose non-surgical treatments safe?
The nose area carries higher risks for vascular compromise compared to other sites on the face. This is due to the blood supply of the area. Careful techniques can reduce but not eliminate the risks of vascular compromise. This risk benefit ratio will be discussed in detail prior to treatment.
Scar tissue adds another dimension of risks & hence it is advisable to wait 12 months or more after your surgical procedure before attempting non-surgical treatments.
What happens if I am not happy with the results?
Careful placement will markedly reduce misplacement and over correction. It is super important to communicate with the patient to understand their perception before, during and after the procedure.
In some cases, you as the patient control the correction aesthetics as I start and stop the procedure to ensure you are comfortable with the results.
What happens during a consultation?
During a consultation, your practitioner will discuss your concerns, goals, and relevant medical history to understand what you would like to achieve.
An assessment of facial structure, skin quality, and overall balance may be performed, followed by a discussion of suitable options, including expected benefits, limitations, risks, costs, and recovery considerations.
Davin’s take on non-surgical nose reshaping
Non-surgical approaches may be considered for selected nasal concerns, particularly those relating to contour along the bridge or visible irregularities. These treatments involve carefully placed skin-hydrating products and require detailed anatomical knowledge and appropriate technique, as the nose is a higher-risk area compared with other facial regions.
While specific measures may reduce risk, complications can still occur and will be discussed during consultation.
