Can Rhinoplasty and Mouth Widening Be Done At The Same Time?

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am interested in a rhinoplasty. I don’t need the bridge augmented i just need the nostrils narrowed and commisuroplasty with it would be great. I have a short in width mouth.

A:You are requesting the combination of nostril narrowing (not a true rhinoplasty in the traditional sense) and mouth widening. These two procedures by their proximity and diametric effects are synergistic…meaning deceased nostril width makes the mouth look wider and a wider mouth makes the nostrils look less wide. (see attached image) In his regard they are a perfect combination and can be performed under IV sedation anesthesia. Each procedure has very minimal swelling and recovery other than the healing of the incisions to maturity which takes several months.

Dr. Barry Eppley

World-Renowned Plastic Surgeon