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Profile view of woman with nasal fracture.

Nasal profile improved with rhinoplasty by San Francisco surgeon, Dr. David Mabrie.

Background: This San Francisco woman was a very athletic individual, and participated in several marathons.  While running, she fell and broke her nose.  The nasal fracture created an increase of the dorsal convexity (nasal hump).  She consulted with Dr. Mabrie about repairing the fracture and improving her profile through a San Francisco nose surgery procedure.  She did not want to change her appearance, but it was important to her to have the same nose she had prior to the accident.

Dr. Mabrie's Assessment:  This nasal fracture exacerbated the nasal hump.  During the consultation we discussed the need to repair it within two weeks of the injury before the bones begin to heal in place.  She had excellent nasal proportions, good tip definition and projection.  Our goal was to lower the convexity and make the profile smooth.

Procedure:  A closed-approach rhinoplasty was performed.  Using incisions inside the nose, the skin was elevated and the nasal bones were mobilized inward.  The area of convexity was carefully filed.

Six Month Follow-Up:  Her profile was smooth, similar to her original appearance.  The incisions following plastic surgery in San Francisco healed well, without complication.  Dr. Mabrie recalls, "Even these straight-forward cases have to be handled meticulously, with care, because the nose is such a visible structure on the face.  The smallest details are noticed.  In particular, rhinoplasty surgeries have to be handled carefully."

Dr. Mabrie's practice consists of entirely facial procedures, including nasal surgery, anti-aging procedures of the face, facial contouring (dermafillers and implants), and small cancer reconstructions.

To get Dr. Mabrie's opinion about your face, you may send your photos via our virtual consultation, and he will review them and respond personally.  Or click here to request a consultation, and someone from our office will contact you the following business day.  

Surgeon: Dr. Mabrie