Bulbous Nose (Thick Skin)

What Is a Bulbous Nose?

A bulbous nose describes a structure in which the skin of the nose is thick and rich in sebaceous glands. In this structure the nose, and particularly its tip, can look wider, rounder and less defined. Skin thickness varies from person to person and is an important factor that directly affects the result that can be achieved in rhinoplasty. For this reason a bulbous nose calls for its own approach and realistic expectations.

When assessing bulbous noses, Prof. Dr. Esra Bayrı considers skin thickness, the structure of the nasal tip cartilage and the harmony of the nose with the face together. In this structure, the skin largely determines how the result will take shape.

The Aesthetic Approach With a Bulbous Nose

The main goal with a bulbous nose is to make the nasal tip more defined and to give the nose an appearance more in harmony with your facial features. To this end, supporting and shaping the cartilage of the nasal tip is one of the topics that comes to the fore. In some situations thinning the tissue under the skin may also be considered. Which approach is suitable is determined individually according to the structure of your nose and the thickness of your skin.

In thick-skinned noses the definition of the result may be more limited than in thin-skinned noses. This is not a shortcoming but a natural feature of the skin structure, and planning is done with that reality in mind.

Why Is Patience Needed?

The most decisive factor in the recovery process with a bulbous nose is skin thickness. Thick skin needs more time to settle fully onto the new shape beneath it. For this reason the swelling resolving and the nasal tip becoming defined may be spread over a longer period than with other nose structures. A feeling of fullness at the nasal tip is common in the early period and subsides over time. Being patient and following the recommendations is very important during this process.

Planning

With a bulbous nose, realistic expectations are the most critical step for satisfaction. During the examination your skin thickness and the structure of your nose are assessed in detail, and the approach that suits you is discussed together. All details about the process and the cost are addressed during the examination according to the structure of your nose.