How to Treat a Dorsal Hump
A dorsal hump can only be permanently corrected with rhinoplasty. Non-surgical treatments may temporarily camouflage the profile in selected cases but do not remove bone or cartilage. The appropriate approach depends on nasal anatomy (bone vs cartilage), skin thickness, facial balance, and whether breathing function is involved.
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Is Surgery Required to Straighten a Broken Nose?
No. Surgery is not always required to straighten a broken nose. Some nasal fractures can be corrected without surgery if they are treated early and if the nasal bones are displaced but still mobile. Surgery becomes necessary when the fracture is complex, treatment is delayed, the nose heals in a crooked position, or breathing function is affected. The decision depends on anatomy, timing, and internal support… not on pain, bruising, or appearance alone.
Alarplasty (Nostril Reduction) Explained
Alarplasty, also called nostril reduction surgery, is a focused nasal procedure that reduces flared, wide, or elongated nostrils without reshaping the entire nose. When properly planned and conservatively executed, it can significantly refine nasal balance with minimal scarring and a short recovery. It is not a substitute for full rhinoplasty, and it is not appropriate for every nose.
Nose Bridge Types: High and Low
The nose bridge — the bony and cartilaginous structure between the eyes — plays a defining role in facial balance. A high nose bridge tends to project forward and appear more sculpted, while a low nose bridge often looks flatter or wider. Neither is inherently better. The key question is whether the bridge is proportionate to the rest of the face, and whether altering it would improve balance or introduce new problems.
Preservation Rhinoplasty: What It Is and Who It’s For
Preservation rhinoplasty is an advanced surgical technique that refines the nose while preserving its natural anatomy. Unlike traditional rhinoplasty, which often involves removing or reshaping large portions of cartilage and bone, preservation rhinoplasty focuses on maintaining structural integrity. This approach reduces trauma to the nasal tissues and supports more predictable, natural results.
Rhinoplasty After a Broken Nose: From Celebrity Stories to Real Solutions in Alberta
A broken nose leaves a mark that time alone rarely smooths out. The swelling goes down, the bruises fade — yet something about the shape feels off. One side may look flatter, the bridge uneven, breathing less freely than before. For many Albertans, those after-effects last years.
Correcting Flaring Nostrils in Alberta
Some people hardly notice it until a photo catches them mid-smile — the nostrils lift and widen, pulling the attention downward. Others see it every day in the mirror and wonder if there’s a way to make that base of the nose a little narrower.
How to Recognize and Fix a Botched Nose Job
No one books rhinoplasty imagining regret. Yet sometimes the result isn’t what you pictured — or worse, it affects breathing. If you’re scrolling photos of botched nose jobs at 2 a.m., heart in your throat, this guide is for you. Plain talk, no scare tactics. What “botched” really means, how to tell normal healing from true problems, and what repair looks like when done carefully.
Finding the Perfect Nose Shape
“Perfect” is a strong word for a feature that sits at the centre of a living face. Still, people search for it every day: perfect nose, female perfect nose, perfect male nose, cute perfect nose. What they want isn’t a template: it’s harmony. A nose that looks like it belongs, from front view and side profile, in motion and at rest.
12 Nose Types & Their Role in Rhinoplasty
Every nose is unique — but grouping common shape patterns helps us talk about goals, limits, and technique. Below are 12 frequently discussed nose “types,” what they mean anatomically, and how Dr. Zakhary typically approaches them with a Closed Mini-Dissection Ultrasonic Rhinoplasty (internal incisions, precise shaping, faster recovery). Most people are a combination of several features, so planning is always individualized.
Nasal Defects & How We Fix Them
“Defect” is a clinical word for a feature that throws off proportion or airflow. Most noses combine a few issues at once, shape, support, and breathing, so the plan is individualized. Dr. Zakhary typically corrects these concerns using a Closed Mini-Dissection Ultrasonic Rhinoplasty approach (internal incisions, precise bone work, and a recovery that’s usually smoother), often paired with functional breathing improvements when needed.
Will Rhinoplasty Affect My Sense of Smell?
Smell is directly related to taste, memory, closeness, and even safety. It's scary to think about losing it, even for a short time. But it's not something that a lot of clinics talk about clearly. So here it is, explained the right way: no generalizations, no slogans, and no empty promises.
