Crooked noses are a common concern. If it bothers you or affects your breathing, you may consider addressing it with surgery. The solution to correcting a crooked nose is a rhinoplasty. While dermal fillers can mask mild irregularities, only reshaping the nasal structure can truly straighten a nose.
Why is My Nose Crooked?
Some people are born with a crooked nose, while others experience it due to injury, trauma, or previous nasal surgery. A deviated septum, the wall dividing the nostrils, can make the nose look uneven and cause breathing issues.
How to Fix a Crooked Nose
Rhinoplasty is the primary solution for a crooked nose. Often referred to as a nose job, rhinoplasty reshapes the nose to meet functional or aesthetic goals, potentially improving both appearance and quality of life.
How Does a Rhinoplasty Work for a Crooked Nose?
Dr. Stein performs rhinoplasty under twilight anesthesia (IV sedation), reshaping the nasal structure to straighten crooked areas and improve airflow. Incisions depend on the complexity of the procedure:
Closed Rhinoplasty
This approach uses internal nostril incisions, suitable for less extensive work.
Open Rhinoplasty
Open rhinoplasty involves a small incision between the nostrils, allowing more access for reshaping the nasal structure. Most patients with a crooked nose require this method for significant reshaping.
Functional vs. Cosmetic Rhinoplasty
Cosmetic rhinoplasty changes the nose’s appearance without affecting function, while functional rhinoplasty corrects breathing difficulties. If a deviated septum accompanies a crooked nose, functional rhinoplasty may include septoplasty to straighten the nasal septum.
What is Recovery Like From Rhinoplasty?
After surgery, a splint protects the nose while healing. Swelling and bruising peak in the first two weeks, with some swelling lasting several months. Most people return to work within a week to two weeks.
Am I a Good Candidate for Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty can effectively correct a crooked nose for those who experience discomfort or aesthetic dissatisfaction. Good candidates are healthy individuals with realistic expectations.
Take the Next Step
Considering rhinoplasty? Schedule a consultation with Dr. Stein at Stein Plastic Surgery in Raleigh, NC. Fill out the form on this page or call (919) 261-7099 today.
*Individual results may vary.
