Will losing weight make a bulbous nose thinner?
Dec 23, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lu Cheng
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, the basic shape of the nose is determined by its internal bony and cartilaginous structure, which does not significantly change with variations in body weight. Therefore, when a person loses weight, a bulbous nose will not become thinner. It is recommended to undergo nasal tip plastic surgery under the guidance of a physician. This procedure reduces the width of the nasal tip and enhances its height and refinement by removing, repositioning, or augmenting the nasal tip cartilage.
Under normal circumstances, the basic shape of the nose is determined by its internal bone and cartilage structure, which does not significantly change with weight fluctuations. Therefore, when a person loses weight, a bulbous nasal tip (colloquially known as a "garlic nose") will not become smaller. A detailed explanation is as follows:
A bulbous nose is primarily caused by thick subcutaneous fat and fibrous tissue in the nasal tip area, hypertrophy of the alar cartilage, excessive angulation, and retraction of the alar cartilage. These morphological changes are not closely related to weight gain or loss, but rather to individual genetic and developmental factors. Therefore, even with weight loss, the shape of a bulbous nose is unlikely to change significantly. A noticeable decrease in body weight may reduce facial fat, thereby visually affecting the appearance of a bulbous nose.
To ensure the safety and effectiveness of surgery, it is recommended to visit a正规 hospital and undergo rhinoplasty under a physician's guidance. Rhinoplasty involves removing, repositioning, or augmenting the nasal tip cartilage to reduce the width of the nasal tip and enhance its height and refinement. The general reference price for rhinoplasty ranges from 5,000 to 15,000 yuan per session. Noticeable improvement is usually seen within 2–3 weeks, although symptoms such as swelling and bruising may occur.
