Aesthetic Conditions: Nose Shape
The nose is the centerpiece of the face, and it does change over time. Whether it’s a hump, a deviation, a curve, a large nose, or any other undesired shape, whether it’s a minor focus or the sum of many problems, undesired nasal features need not be lifelong. Nuances of nasal shape may suggest personality, overshadow other features, and lessen self-confidence, including:
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nasal Profile
A large nose, a hump or beak, a droopy tip, a ski-jump, or an irregularity are just a few of the common nasal shapes people prefer to do without.
nasal tip
An undesirable tip may be droopy, bulbous, wide, trapezoid, and bifid, among many other variations, though a refined and natural tip is what most people consider ideal.
crooked or deviated nose
Facial asymmetry, including nasal asymmetry is the norm, but when beyond subtle, it presents an opportunity for improvement.
nostril size and shape
Flared, wide, narrow, or asymmetrical nostrils are common. This can affect airway as well as aesthetics.
the effect of chin size on apparent nose size
A small or “weak” chin makes the nose appear more prominent. Part of evaluating what appears to be a large nose is assessing whether the chin size plays a role. The images to the left differ only in the size of the chin.
thick, oily, or red nasal skin
The oil glands on the nasal skin can get out of control, thickening the skin sometimes to an extreme, and other times causing chronic redness and inflammation. One of these conditions, called rhinophyma, is shown in the painting entitled “An Old Man and His Grandson” by artist Domenico Ghirlandaio.