Let’s talk about a non-surgical alternative

Wearing makeup, posing in angles, or getting a nose job—we work to make the nose pretty, as part of achieving balance and facial symmetry. This is why when it comes to cosmetic procedures, one of the top and known ones worldwide is nose augmentation. Not all individuals are willing or are qualified to undergo surgery, but nowadays there are other safer, non-surgical alternatives that can still achieve that balance on your facial features.

Individuals undergo nasal reconstruction for many reasons. Some are due to breathing problems, birth defects, trauma, or to improve their appearance. Whether addressing health-related problems or purely cosmetic, the aim is to make the nose look as natural as possible that still maintains facial asymmetry. This is why it is impossible to ask the surgeon to “copy” someone else’s nose. First, it takes a thorough assessment of the candidate’s age, overall health, and lifestyle, to determine if you are qualified for a nose job. Second, it will also depend on your discussion with the physician. This is not only about the desired results that you want but also to set the expectations that you have so that you can have the shape and size that is right for your facial features.

Asian noses typically have lower nose bridges and weaker cartilages compared to Caucasians. If these are your concerns, a non-surgical procedure called a Tinkerbell Tip Lift can help address this by straightening the bridge and injecting fillers above the nostrils to lift the tip.

Aside from open surgery that is more permanent, there are now non-surgical options like threads and fillers that even if only temporary, can still help achieve your desired results but costs much less and come with fewer risks and side effects. Asian noses typically have lower nose bridges and weaker cartilages compared to Caucasians. If these are your concerns, a non-surgical procedure called a Tinkerbell Tip Lift can help address this by straightening the bridge and injecting fillers above the nostrils to lift the tip. The Tinkerbell Tip Lift uses hyaluronic acid-based fillers. A few injections not only increase volume, but also lift the middle section of the face to help create facial asymmetry.

Nowadays, more people are accepting of cosmetic procedures. As long as you are doing it for yourself and no one else, go for it! But before you do, make sure you choose a reputable clinic and a trained physician to do it for you. Beware of inexperienced ones who might perform the procedure incorrectly, which could lead to an undesired result or even major problems like blindness.