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310.246.2355Certain aesthetic features are specific to a particular ethnicity. Every member of a specific race does not share these characteristics. However, at times, people who share these ethnic features choose to undergo plastic surgery to modify these characteristics. Rhinoplasty is a popular treatment among patients whose race-related characteristics include a broad nose. People with Asian … Continue reading
Nose alar adjustment is a plastic surgery procedure to reshape wide or flared nostrils. The outer edges of the nostrils are known as alar. Alar adjustment is typically undertaken in combination with nose width reduction. In this procedure, the surgeon removes a portion of the tissue to adjust the level of tension causing the undesirable … Continue reading
Two lines make up the nasolabial angle as part of the nose anatomy. The first line extends from the nasal tip to the area above the upper lip. The second one runs from the upper lip to the nose base, where the nostrils bifurcate. The nose tip rotation and nose projection can affect the degree … Continue reading
Nose projection is the distance that it protrudes outward from the juncture where it connects the upper lip to its tip. If the tip protrudes excessively, it can have a significant impact on the overall appearance of the nose. Conversely, an under-projected nose appears too shallow and makes the nose appear too small in comparison … Continue reading
The lack of proper rotation in the nasal tip means that the tip either lacks definition or is overly defined. Rotation is the upward or downward turn of the tip of the nose. The surgeon will correct the nasal tip by cartilage reshaping. They will pay close attention to the nose base during this cosmetic … Continue reading
If the patient’s nose has moved to one side or is slightly crooked, they may consider a surgical procedure to straighten it. In this cosmetic surgery, the surgeon may reduce some cartilage or bone or physically move the tissue. In addition, they may also place a splint to hold the nose in position as it … Continue reading
Some patients may undergo dorsal hump or bump reduction as part of rhinoplasty cosmetic surgery. This condition also has a variation which causes the illusion of a significant bump, known as the pseudo-hump or low radix. The radix is the upper bony part of the nose. Both the radix and underlying cartilage may be substantial … Continue reading
Dr. Gary Motykie has been awarded MyFaceMyBody’s esteemed 2018 “Best Male Plastic Surgeon of the Year!” Dr. Motykie said that he is honored to receive this recognition amid many worthy competitors, but his real pride and satisfaction stems from the fact that the award has been conferred on the basis of patient votes. Dr. Motykie … Continue reading
Rhinoplasty plastic surgery procedure can be performed using customized techniques to match with the unique aesthetic or functional needs of a patient. During the pre-operative consultation, the surgeon will determine the candidacy of the patient for a particular cosmetic rhinoplasty procedure. Successful cosmetic surgeon Dr. Gary Motykie provides rhinoplasty to patients in Beverly Hills, West … Continue reading
Nose reshaping plastic surgery or rhinoplasty is designed to resolve cosmetic as well as physiological problems that could restrict a patient’s ability to breathe through the nostrils. The surgery can significantly improve the shape, size as well as function of the nose. Different rhinoplasty techniques can be used to meet the unique needs of a … Continue reading
