How do I know if my nose is suitable for rhinoplasty?
The first step to planning a rhinoplasty procedure is thorough examination of the nose and the reasons for wanting nasal surgery. It is important to seek nasal surgery because you want it and not to please others. Remember, the goal of surgery is an improvement and not perfection. Tell Dr Shahidi what you want your nose to look like. In response, Dr Shahidi will tell you if what you want is possible or he will suggest some alternatives after examining your nose. Dr Shahidi will examine your nose carefully, checking its symmetry and studying the strength and the shape of the cartilage and the thickness and quality of your skin. He will then examine your nose internally using a nasal endoscope to fully evaluate the structural integrity of your nasal cavity. He will take photographs of your nose and analyse it from several angles. An important part of the evaluation of your profile includes your chin. People who want surgery to make larger noses smaller,are often surprised when their surg
