How This Beverly Hills Rhinoplasty Surgeon Corrects Asymmetric Nostrils

Asymmetrical nostrils may present themselves before surgery.  That is why it is very important for the surgeon to conduct a very thorough evaluation and examine for asymmetries. More often than not, nostril assymetry is caused by a deviated nasal septum.  The septum, which attaches between the two nostrils, may be off-center and, therefore, influencing the size and shape of the nostrils. 

If the nostril asymmetry is caused by the deviated septum, then at surgery, correction of the deviated septum should correct the problem.  However, some people may have been born with asymmetrical nostrils.  Also, some people as a result of unpredictable healing after rhinoplasty, will have a difference in the nostril shape and size.

I believe the most practical, economical, expeditious and reliable technique to correct asymmetrical nostrils is to use a filling injection. The filling injection can be temporary such as Juvederm or Restylane or permanent such as medical grade liquid silicone.  The nostril that has the highest peak and largest size is filled to match the other side.

Interestingly, the eye recognizes asymmetries more than gross dimensions.  Therefore, it is very important that even though the nostrils may not be the perfect configuration then at least they can be made symmetrical to avoid detection.